Pakistan look to seal NZ series in 2nd ODI.

LAHORE -- After recording a clinical victory in the first ODI, Pakistan look to seal ODI series when the hosts take on New Zealand in the 2nd ODI at the National Stadium Karachi today (Wednesday). The all-round performance of the Men in Green was the highlight of the match as first Naseem Shah's fifer helped Pakistan restrict the Black Caps to post a huge total and then every batter from opener to middle order played with great responsibility to steer their side to an emphatic success in the first ODI against New Zealand. The Team Green will now have a chance to win yet another series and further enhance their potency at home. On the other hand, the Kiwis lost the 1st ODI by six wickets against Pakistan as on a good batting wicket, the batters got in but failed to kick on.None of the Black Caps batter could score a fifty as Michael Bracewellwas the top scorerwith 43 runs as New Zealand managed to posta below par total of 255 runs.

The bowlers toiled hard, particularly Bracewell, who took 2-44 in 10 overs. But Pakistan were comfortable throughout the chase, reaching the total with 11 balls to spare. If Pakistan whitewash New Zealand 3-0 during the three-match series, they will jump to the No 1 spot in the rankings with 114 rating points. Currently, the Men in Green are at the fifth place with 107 rating points.If Pakistan win the ODI series against New Zealand, it will be their fourth series win in a row.In their previous three ODI series, Pakistan defeated Netherlands, West Indies and Australia. For New Zealand, not only the series is on line but they will also attempt to save their No. 1 Rank as they are at the top of the table with 116...