New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I Highlights: Allen, Seifert six-hitting showcase gives Kiwis 2-0 lead

New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I Live Score: Kiwis just keep plugging away. Great review as Sodhi outfoxes Khushdil, and catches his outside edge with a googly. Mitch Hay convinces Bracewell to go up, and there's a deflection.

Two in the over for Sodhi.

New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I Live Score: Pakistan finally have a partnership going with Irfan and Salman, but it's the wrist spin of Ish Sodhi which has an impact! Another miscue, another loopy ball straight in the air, and it's a comfortable catch.

Kiwis break the partnership, now 50-3 after 6.4. Visitors have to motor now.

New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I Live Score: Pakistan finding the boundaries here and there, but it's only 19-1 after 3 overs. The pressure tells: Sears comes in, Haris goes after it, and it's far too quick and sharp. Top edge flies down to Duffy at third.

19-2 now, Pakistan looking a little all over the place.

New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I Live Score: Not good enough from Nawaz! Tries to hoick across the line, and can only slice it straight up. Nothing shot from the opener, and Pakistan down early. 1-1, Duffy continues his roll.

New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I Live Score: And finally we are underway! Duffy with the new ball, and remember, only 15 overs. If ever Pakistan want to put their money where their mouth is regarding high-risk cricket, it is now, but these are testing conditions.

New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I Live Score:

NZ: Tim Seifert, Finn Allen, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Jimmy Neesham, Mitchell Hay (wk), Michael Bracewell (c), Zakary Foulkes, Jacob Duffy, Ish Sodhi, Ben Sears

PAK: Mohammad Haris (wk), Hasan Nawaz, Salman Agha (c), Irfan Khan, Shadab Khan, Abdul Samad, Khushdil Shah, Jahandad Khan, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Ali

New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I Live Score: At long last, the toss does take place, and it's Bracewell who wins it and opts to bowl first, not a surprise to any in these conditions. Only 15 overs apiece, two seamers Haris Rauf and Ben Sears come in for these two teams, while Jimmy Neesham returns for the Kiwis as well.

New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I Live Score: Finally some movement, as players from both teams warmup up out on the pitch. The two captains in discussion with the umpires, and the broadcasters note that we are mere minutes from the coin toss.

New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I Live Score: Live broadcast keeping us updated, but it's not good news as another inspection is set for 20 mins from now. Outfield and pitch must still be quite wet as the sky brightens up. Good news is that it isn't raining more, but we are still a fair way away from the start.

New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I Live Score: Cold and windy day in Dunedin, but plenty of fans still present in the beautiful University of Otago Oval. They will be hoping the teams will be able to provide the fireworks to heat up this chilly afternoon out there, but still waiting on exact details of when we can begin. Hopefully a full match lies ahead.

New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I Live Score: Conditions looking drier, and the umpires set for an inspection at 2:30 PM local, 7:00 AM IST.

Some members of the teams out on the field just taking a look at the pitch, including opener Tim Seifert and coach Luke Ronchi for the Kiwis.

New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I Live Score: Reports from Dunedin suggesting that it hasn't been raining, but the rain from earlier in the day means there is a delay in the toss and the start of the match due to a wet outfield. Here's hoping we have some action soon.

New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I Live Score: A slight concern for a full match as rain in Dunedin could have a role to play at the University Oval. This is the second match of a double-header after New Zealand Women's match against Sri Lanka was called off after just 14 overs. While the rain has reportedly eased up, it has been a gloomy day in Dunedin, and even more rain is expected later in the day. Threat is there.

New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I Live Score: With all those pieces in place, the toss is fast approaching. Will be interesting to see if Michael Bracewell and Salman Agha opt for any changes, or if they will persist with the same teams as in the first T20I. Toss updates up next.

New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I Live Score: Pakistan and New Zealand share a very even record in T20I cricket, with Pakistan even narrowly leading by 23 wins to the Kiwis' 20, with a couple of no-results.

In their last 5 matches, it's equally tight, but New Zealand hold the narrow 3-2 advantage. There isn't much to separate these two teams on that front, but recent results and home advantage might mean the Kiwis are the safer bet heading into this particular match.

New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I Live Score: Pakistan's recent form doesn't make for good viewing, and while it may seem like Pakistan cricket is in a constant state of disarray, the players will know that ensuring they don't make a habit out of losing consistently. Despite the debutants and fresh faces in this team, there is still enough experience and quality to at least provide a fight. But fighting may not be enough: Pakistan need a win, and going 2-0 down in this five-match series will once again sound the alarm bells.

New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I Live Score: As is the case with most grounds in New Zealand, small boundaries and fast pitches make for a venue that is high-scoring and with plenty of boundaries on offer. In three T20Is, the 200-mark has been breached in 3 innings, and more of the same should be expected in this game. Expect a lot of runs in this match, as long as Pakistan can find their feet in this new gameplan.

New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I Live Score: For the Kiwis, many of whom aren't regular fixtures in the T20I team, this series is an opportunity to put themselves heavily on the radar for the future as well. Plenty of these names are playing since they haven't received IPL contracts, and in the absence of those stars, this is an excellent opportunity to prove to the management and selectors that they have what it takes to become regulars. Keep an eye on the likes of Tim Seifert and Jacob Duffy, who were key performers in Christchurch and will want to keep it going.

New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I Live Score: While talk has been of going hell-for-leather with the bat for this Pakistan team, 91 all-out is a chastening first result in this refreshed era of Pakistan T20 cricket. Fans will want to see a commitment to that, but will equally want results on the board after a tough period with the white ball.

New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I Live Score: In a match that was really over before you knew it, the hosts bowled out Pakistan for 91 as the attacking approach blew up in their faces. The chase was then a simple one, accomplished in no time, as a combined 28.5 overs were bowled in the match.

New Zealand vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I Live Score: Good morning to our readers in India and Pakistan. Brace up as we bring you all the updates from the 2nd T20I between New Zealand and Pakistan all the way from The University Oval in Dunedin. The BlackCaps took the opening fixture of this five-match fixture and did so quite resoundingly. Will today be different? Will Pakistan be able to put up a fight? Stay tuned. The toss isn't too far away.