Islamabad, 26 March 2025: Pakistan’s young batter, Hasan Nawaz, has set an unfortunate record during the fifth T20I against New Zealand at Sky Stadium in Wellington.
The hard-hitting opening batter was dismissed for a third duck in the series, making him the Pakistani opener with the most ducks in a single T20I series.
The right-handed batter, who made his international debut in the first match of the series on March 16, has experienced an inconsistent start in T20I cricket.
The 22-year-old was dismissed without scoring in his first two matches, joining an exclusive yet undesirable list of batters who started their careers with consecutive ducks.
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Despite his initial struggles, the stylish batter delivered a stunning comeback in the third T20I, smashing a century off just 44 balls.
His explosive innings played a crucial role in Pakistan’s dominant nine-wicket victory, demonstrating his potential as a power hitter.
However, Nawaz’s inconsistency continued. He managed just one run in the fourth T20I and failed again in the series finale, falling for a three-ball duck to Jacob Duffy in the second over.
His third duck in the series surpassed previous records held by Pakistani openers, including Shahzaib Hasan, Mohammad Hafeez, and Mohammad Rizwan.
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Most Ducks by a Pakistani Opener in a T20I Series:
- 3 – Hasan Nawaz (5 innings)
- 2 – Shahzaib Hasan (2 innings)
- 2 – Mohammad Hafeez (3 innings)
- 2 – Mohammad Rizwan (4 innings)
While Nawaz has shown glimpses of brilliance, his struggle for consistency remains a concern. As Pakistan looks ahead, the young opener will need to refine his game to secure his place in the squad.
