The second game between Pakistan and New Zealand ended in a draw, just like the first game. This time, too, it was a controversial decision by the umpires that led to the result. Here, we take a look at how Twitter reacted as Aleem Dar’s debatable decision leads Pakistan vs New Zealand’s 2nd Test to end in a draw.
A cracker of a game
In the current era, teams risk a lot to win the game. In the first match, Babar Azam took the bold decision of declaring a very achievable target for the Kiwis. If not for the bad light, it would have been difficult to save Pakistan in that match. A similar event also occurred in Karachi in the second fixture.
Pakistan was set a target of 319, although New Zealand could have batted more and got a safer score to defend. However, by losing 2 wickets with 0 runs on board, it seemed impossible for Pakistan to make a comeback. However, veteran Sarfraz Ahmed, in his comeback series, scored a brilliant century to bring Pakistan into the game. The lower order also stepped in at the right time. In the end, though, the Kiwis came back to take some quick wickets. The game was in the balance with a few overs to go but it was tilting towards the Kiwis. At that time, the umpires discussed and decided to end the game. On social media, a lot was talked about this decision.
Twitter reacts to Aleem Dar’s debatable decision
Aleem Dar is a terrific umpire but his decision did not meet to the amusement of many on Friday. Even around a week ago, he was part of a similar decision which saved Pakistan from a loss. Therefore, there were a lot of reactions on Twitter. Here is how Twitter reacted to his decision:
When the entire team failed, this guy saved Pakistan twice. #PAKvNZ #Aleemdar #Cricket #testcricket pic.twitter.com/zjDvYN9Uzn
— Vivek Jain (V J) (@Losereshwar) January 6, 2023
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Aleem Dar when he sees his team losing pic.twitter.com/7jGgDrZP02
— Haris (@damnharris) January 6, 2023
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Alot of respect for Aleem Dar, he represented Pakistan very well on ICC Elite Panel but he should now retire gracefully. pic.twitter.com/AcBsH1aQG7
— Shahzaib Ali 🇵🇰 (@DSBcricket) January 5, 2023
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Aleem dar saab pic.twitter.com/dG3Xe8uEWK
— Shubham (@golchiee) January 6, 2023
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Aleem Dar man of the series…
Aleem dar won by 2-0 pic.twitter.com/eHL1fraFaH
Advertisement— FighterJet (@fighterjet_iaf) January 6, 2023
Aleem Dar will lead to the d£ath of test cricket. Boooooooo.
Advertisement— Manya (@CSKian716) January 6, 2023
Only umpire #aleemdar is missing in the frame. Exciting final moments as @BLACKCAPS seek that final wicket in fading light. Thus, after @SarfarazA_54 played an innings to remember #PAKvNZ #NZvPAK #karachitest pic.twitter.com/R5R8kVn507
Advertisement— G Krishnan (@gikkukrishnan) January 6, 2023
#AleemDar saved PAK from humiliation in both the Tests vs NZ at home. Advantage of Home Umpire. Both matches were meant to be lost by PAK 😂😂
Advertisement— Aarya (@pradeepASSRR) January 6, 2023
