It reduced New Zealand’s lead in the series to a 2-1 advantage and throws open the possibility of a dramatic turnaround after a tough opening to Pakistan’s tour.
Al Jazeera looks at the series so far and to the fourth match.
What happened in the first two matches of Pakistan’s tour?
New Zealand stormed into a 2-0 series lead as Pakistan limped through their opening games.
The Kiwis claimed the first game with a nine-wicket win in Christchurch after the tourists were skittled for 91.
Kyle Jamieson was Pakistan’s chief tormentor as he claimed 3-8 off his four overs and played a large part in reducing Salman Ali Agha’s side to 11-4 in the fifth over.
Their total was the lowest by a Pakistan side in New Zealand.
