**Hasan Nawaz Smashes Fastest T20I Century for Pakistan**
Hasan Nawaz delivered a breathtaking performance, scoring a stunning 44-ball century to lead Pakistan to a dominant nine-wicket victory over New Zealand in the third T20I. This win narrows the Kiwis’ series lead to 2-1.
Chasing a massive target of 205, Pakistan made it look easy, reaching the winning runs with four overs and nine wickets to spare.
Openers Mohammad Haris and Hasan Nawaz set the stage ablaze with a rapid 74-run partnership before Haris departed in the final over of the powerplay.
Captain Salman Ali Agha then joined Nawaz, and the pair constructed an unbreakable 133-run stand, securing a thrilling victory for Pakistan.
Hasan Nawaz was deservedly named player of the match for his explosive century, which included seven sixes and ten fours. He finished unbeaten on 105 off just 45 deliveries.
Salman Ali Agha also contributed a swift fifty, smashing 51 off 31 balls, with two sixes and six fours.
**Records Tumble**
Hasan Nawaz’s century, achieved in a mere 44 deliveries, shattered Babar Azam’s previous record of reaching a hundred in 49 balls (against South Africa in 2021).
This incredible feat not only secured Nawaz a place in the record books but also propelled Pakistan to their second-highest successful run chase in T20 cricket. Pakistan’s Highest chase remains 208/3 against West Indies.
The Green Shirts reached the target with a remarkable 24 balls remaining, marking their best performance in terms of balls left when chasing a 200-plus total.
The Match also witnessed highest amount of runs scored in a Pak Vs Nz T20I, With a staggering 411 runs scored collectively.