WATCH: Lea Tahuhu’s exceptional run gets Iram Javed in 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup

In a happy encounter during the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, New Zealand facing Pakistan in a game that not only showed the power of batting but also special intervention. As the game progressed, it did Lea Tahuhu who became the star of the game with a dramatic finish that left fans and commentators buzzing. This incident showed his power of intelligence and sharp intelligence, symbolizing a wing that swoops down on its prey.

Lea Tahuhu’s brilliant time in the field

The crucial moment came in the last ball of the 5th over^th over when Fatima Sana again Iram Javed tried a quick single after being delivered from Fran Jonas. The ball left Fatima’s boot, which made Pakistan use this opportunity. However, Tahuhu reacted quickly. Standing at short third, he came in and made an underarm cheek that hit the stumps with pinpoint accuracy. Javed was missing from his crease, and as he walked back, it was clear that Pakistan’s innings had taken a hit.

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New Zealand is entering the category of a global event

New Zealand started their innings with a strong foundation but faced challenges as they lost wickets at crucial times. Suzie Bates he led the way with 28 runs from 29 balls, whereas Georgia Plimmer scored 17 runs. However, the middle order faltered, with Amelia Kerr (9), Sophie Devine (19), again Maddy Green (9) fail to use their principles.

Nashra Sandhu Pakistan’s top bowler, taking three wickets for just 18 runs in his four overs, dismantled New Zealand’s batting line-up. Despite the difficulties, New Zealand managed to collect 110 runs and lost six wickets in the allotted 20 overs.

Chasing a target of 111 runs, Pakistan’s innings got off to a rough start. They lost their first wicket in time Aliya Riaz he was fired because of the duck. The team quickly found themselves in deep trouble at 19 to 2 after that Uneba Ali fell by 15 runs. The pressure mounted as the wickets continued to tumble, with Javed dismissed by Tahuhu during a brilliant display of bowling prowess.

Pakistan’s batting line-up collapsed under pressure, managing just 56 runs in 11.4 overs before being bowled out. Amelia Kerr he contributed with the ball, taking three wickets for just 14 runs in his short spell.

Tahuhu’s exceptional performance not only highlighted her talent but also cemented New Zealand’s reputation as one of the top teams in women’s cricket. His end was a reminder of how important it is to get into T20 matches—which often makes the difference between victory and defeat.

As the match ended when Pakistan failed to reach the target by 54 runs, the hopes of advancing to the semi finals were destroyed by the white ferns of Pakistan and India in the group of death.

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This article was originally published on WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.