Rhys Mariu scored a maiden half-century as New Zealand posted 264-8 off 42 overs Saturday in the rain-shortened third one-day international against Pakistan in Mount Maunganui.Captain Michael Bracewell also surpassed 50 as the home side set a competitive total in their bid to sweep the three-match series.

OUT! TAKEN! That should be the game for New Zealand! The break in play brings New Zealand the last big fish in Tayyab Tahir. Jacob Duffy bangs the surface short of a length and outside off, Tayyab Tahir gets on top of his toes and slices it straight to deep point.

The second ODI between Pakistan and New Zealand was held at Seddon Park, Hamilton. Pakistan won the toss but opted to bowl, putting New Zealand to bat first. The Kiwis set a target of 292 runs in their allocated 50 overs,