Babar Azam-led Pakistan took on New Zealand in the second ODI of the three-match series on Wednesday (11 January). New Zealand won the toss and decided to bowl first. Devon Conway and Kane Williamson proved the decision right by putting together 181 runs for the second wicket. While Conway scored a century (101), Williamson perished after scoring 85 runs. Meanwhile, an incident in the match grabbed attention.
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During New Zealand’s innings, on-field umpire Aleem Dar got hit by a throw from Muhammad Wasim Jr. and looked in extreme pain. The pacer who is known for his strong arm aimed at the stumps but the ball instead hit Dar’s ankle and the umpire looked frustrated. He threw the jacket he was holding. Meanwhile, Naseem Shah was seen giving a rub on the spot Dar was hit.
Dar was later seen explaining that he was worried about the two New Zealand batters running on the pitch.
