Earlier, Pakistan’s first innings against New Zealand resumed after rain brought a temporary halt to play. The match was reduced to 46 overs per side with New Zealand set to chase an adjusted target under the DLS method in the second innings. Their powerplay will last nine overs and only one bowler will be allowed to bowl a maximum of 10 overs.
Before rain halted play, New Zealand claimed three quick wickets against Pakistan before rain interrupted play at the R Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo.
Omaima Sohail was the first to fall, trapped LBW by Lea Tahuhu while attempting to flick one off her pads. Jess Kerr then delivered the big breakthrough, dismissing Muneeba Ali, who had given Pakistan a steady start during the powerplay. Ali miscued a pull shot off a short delivery, only for Suzie Bates to pull off a superb cat at mid wicket, leaving Pakistan two down early.
Tahuhu continued to apply pressure on Pakistan, picking up her second wicket soon after the powerplay. Sidra Ameen tried to go big but miscued her shot, offering a catch Eden Carson to backward point.
