After losing to New Zealand in a series, Faheem Ashraf said, “Players should support each other instead of focussing on personal goals.”

After his team’s 84-run loss to New Zealand in the second ODI of the three-match series, Pakistan all-rounder Faheem Ashraf highlighted the value of collaboration over individual accomplishments. With the Kiwis leading 2-0 after the defeat at Seddon Park, Pakistan’s only hope going into the series finale is their own pride.

The Men in Green faltered early on, falling to 32/5 after New Zealand posted a difficult total of 292. Despite a valiant effort by the left-handed batsman, who scored 73 off 80, the side was bowled out for 208 in the 42nd over, ending their chances of winning.

He emphasised during the press conference held after the game that players should help one another instead of concentrating just on their own accomplishments. “Look, we are all working to ensure that the team wins.

It doesn’t work, in my opinion, when you solely concentrate on your own game or if I enter, play my part, and then leave,” Faheem Ashraf told reporters.

Instead of only concentrating on individual efforts and then stepping away, we must support one another as a team. Winning is easy as long as you are playing cricket. Everyone is attempting to adopt the same perspective. It has previously occurred as well. It is not that hard, in my opinion, and you will win if you continue to play good cricket,” he continued.

Mitch Hay was the mainstay of New Zealand’s batting, scoring an incredible 99 not out to help his team reach a respectable total. The top order failed to make a substantial contribution as the Pakistani batting order collapsed under strain. The Kiwi bowlers continued to dominate and secured an easy victory in spite of the all-rounder’s resistance in the middle order.

In an effort to prevent a whitewash, Pakistan will now play the third ODI at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui on April 5 after losing the series already.