Latham Powers New Zealand To 163-5 In Third T20I Against Pakistan

Skipper Tom Latham hit a solid half century to lead New Zealand to 163-5 in the must-win third Twenty20 against Pakistan in Lahore on Monday. SCORECARD

Trailing 2-0 in the five-match series and seeking to save the series, New Zealand -- who won the toss and batted -- were anchored by Latham's 49-ball 64 at Gaddafi stadium.

Latham, who hit seven boundaries and two sixes, added 65 for the third wicket with Daryl Mitchell who scored a 26-ball 33 with a six and two boundaries.

Mark Chapman made 16 not out off nine balls as New Zealand managed 51 in the last five overs.

Lanky paceman Shaheen Shah Afridi -- playing his 50th T20I -- took 2-33 while his fellow pacer Haris Rauf finished with 2-31.

Pakistan won the first match by 88 and the second by 38 runs, also in Lahore.