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Pure Drama | One-Ball Thriller | New Zealand Edge Pakistan Despite Wasim–Waqar Burst

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Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @cricketmax87   The Christchurch ODI on December 17, 1995 produced one of the most dramatic finishes of the decade, as New Zealand scraped home by one wicket with a single ball to spare in a nerve-shredding chase against Pakistan. After winning the toss, Pakistan posted a competitive 232, an innings shaped decisively by a blistering knock from Inzamam-ul-Haq. Batting with characteristic ease and power, Inzamam struck 80 from 95 balls, dominating the middle overs and neutralising New Zealand’s seam attack. His 114-run fourth-wicket partnership with Salim Malik lifted Pakistan from a tricky position into a commanding one, setting New Zealand a challenging target. Just as Pakistan looked set for a much bigger total, Chris Morrison turned the match on its head at the death. Bowling with remarkable control and movement, he claimed four wickets in the closing stages to finish with five for 46 — the best figures of his limited-overs career. The spell was made even more special as it included Morrison’s 100th ODI wicket, preventing Pakistan from completely batting New Zealand out of the contest. New Zealand’s chase began steadily and appeared firmly on track at 204 for four, with the target well within reach. Then came the familiar menace of Wasim Akram and Waqar Younis. In a devastating spell, Pakistan’s legendary pace pair ripped through the middle and lower order, Waqar striking three times in a single over to leave New Zealand reeling. The equation suddenly became desperate. At 221 for nine, New Zealand still required 12 runs, with Morrison joining Gavin Larsen at the crease. Under immense pressure, Wasim’s final over proved decisive — two costly no-balls relieved the tension just enough for Larsen to steer the hosts home, sealing victory with one delivery remaining. Despite ending on the losing side, Inzamam-ul-Haq was deservedly named Man of the Match for his commanding innings, while Morrison’s five-wicket haul and New Zealand’s composure in the final over ensur