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[WATCH] Fakhar Zaman Mammoth Six Vs NZ Lands Out Of The Park As Bystander Steals The Ball

image-lrd9s1b5Fakhar Zaman vs NZ (X.com)

In a staggering display of sheer power, Pakistan batter Fakhar Zaman launched a gigantic six out of the park against New Zealand in the second T20I of the five-game series, wherein a bystander on the road stole the match ball away.

In response to a mountainous total of 195 runs, Pakistan lost openers Saim Ayub and Mohammad Rizwan early inside the first two overs of the powerplay. Naturally, the visitors were required to gather themselves to get back into the contest.

To accomplish the strenuous job, two of Pakistan's finest hitters, Babar Azam and Fakhar Zaman, walked out to the crease. Luckily, two dropped catches by Kiwis helped Azam and Zaman earn a second life.

On the final delivery of the powerplay, Zaman launched a slower delivery off Ben Sears straight to deep backward square leg in what was deemed a monstrous six. Fakhar absolutely hammered the shot with his sheer power and arm strength.

However, in a hilarious turn of events, the ball landed outside the stadium on the road adjacent to the cricket ground. Meanwhile, a bystander noticed the ball, collected it, and hilariously ran away with it. Subsequently, the play was halted as a new ball was summoned by the stand-in umpire.

Besides the hilarious moment, Fakhar Zaman's mammoth six helped Pakistan put 61 runs on board at the end of the crucial powerplay in the steep chase of 195 runs. 

While the required rate is under control, Pakistan must keep the momentum running to secure a comfortable and record chase at Seddon Park in Hamilton.

Meanwhile, without captain Kane Williamson's leadership services, the Kiwi fielders are crumbling under pressure. Two simple catchers were dropped in the middle, which could cost the team heavily in this nail-biting chase.