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WATCH: New Zealand all-rounder Mark Chapman joins Quetta Gladiators for PSL 10

New Zealand all-rounder Mark Chapman has joined Quetta Gladiators for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 ahead of their fixture against Karachi Kings.

The news of Chapman’s arrival was shared on the franchise’s social media handles in a video featuring the legendary West Indies cricketer Sir Vivian Richards.

“Belligerent hitter Mark Chapman has donned the #PurpleForce kit. It’s no mercy time for the bowlers, beware!” Quetta Gladiators wrote in a social media caption.

Mark Chapman expressed his excitement at playing in Pakistan, noting familiar faces and Kiwi players in Quetta Gladiators’ team.

“Hey guys, it’s Mark Chapman here. [I’ve] always played here in Pakistan.”

“Obviously at Quetta, we have a few familiar faces, a few Kiwi players, who are absolutely looking forward to join and obviously a lot of guys that have played against the Pakistan team. So, looking forward to play alongside them,” said Chapman in a video statement.

Mark Chapman has represented New Zealand in 86 T20 Internationals, scoring 1739 runs at a strike rate of 133.87, including one century and nine half-centuries.

It is worth mentioning that Quetta Gladiators are currently in fourth place in the PSL points table. The former champions have won one game but lost two in a row. Saud Shakeel led side won their opening game against Peshawar Zalmi by 80 runs, showcasing a dominant performance.

However, they lost their next two games against the Lahore Qalandars and Karachi Kings by margins of 79 runs and 56 runs, respectively.

The 2017 champions will now face Karachi Kings on 25 April at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.

Quetta Gladiators squad for PSL 10: Finn Allen, Faheem Ashraf and Mark Chapman (all platinum), Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Amir and Rilee Rossouw (all diamond), Akeal Hossein, Mohammad Wasim Jr and Saud Shakeel (all gold), Khawaja Nafay, Usman Tariq, Haseebullah Khan and Khurram Shahzad (all silver), Kyle Jamieson and Hasan Nawaz (both emerging), Mohammad Zeeshan, Danish Aziz, Kusal Mendis and Sean Abbott (all supplementary).

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New Zealand batter ruled out of third ODI against Pakistan

MOUNT MAUNGANUI: New Zealand middle-order batter Mark Chapman has been ruled out of the third and final ODI against Pakistan, set to be played here at Bay Oval on Saturday.

Chapman, who played a match-winning knock in the series opener, sustained a hamstring injury while fielding in the second innings of that match. Subsequent scans confirmed a grade-one tear, forcing him to miss the second ODI of the series.

According to New Zealand Cricket (NZC), the left-hander was assessed during the team’s training session ahead of the third ODI, but he had not recovered sufficiently to make a return.

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“BLACKCAPS batter Mark Chapman has been ruled out of the third and final Chemist Warehouse ODI against Pakistan at Bay Oval tomorrow with a hamstring injury,” NZC said in an official statement.

“Chapman was ruled out of the second ODI in Hamilton with a minor hamstring tear, and an assessment at training today revealed he has not recovered sufficiently to take his place in the XI for the final match of the home summer.”

With Chapman sidelined, Tim Seifert, who was brought in as his replacement for the second ODI, will remain with the squad for the final game.

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New Zealand suffer major blow ahead of second ODI against Pakistan

New Zealand suffered a major blow ahead of the second ODI against Pakistan as in-form middle-order batter Mark Chapman was ruled out of the upcoming match after sustaining a hamstring injury.

Chapman, who played a match-winning knock in the first ODI, suffered the injury while fielding in the second innings. Subsequent scans revealed a grade-one tear, forcing him to return to Auckland for rehabilitation.

However, the left-hander remains in contention for the third and final ODI scheduled to be played at Mount Maunganui on April 5.

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In his absence, New Zealand have called up wicketkeeper-batter Tim Seifert, who was in sublime form during the recently concluded five-match T20I series against Pakistan, amassing 249 runs at an impressive average of 62.

Head coach Gary Stead acknowledged the setback but was relieved that the injury wasn’t severe.

“It’s obviously disappointing news for Mark [Chapman] after a really special innings in the opening ODI in Napier,” Stead said.

“We’re thankful that the hamstring injury is only minor, so we’re hopeful that he will complete his rehabilitation in time for the final match of the summer in the Mount.”

New Zealand Squad for Second ODI Against Pakistan

Henry Nicholls, Muhammad Abbas, Adithya Ashok, Michael Bracewell (c), Tim Seifert, Jacob Duffy, Mitch Hay (wk), Nick Kelly, Daryl Mitchell, Will O’Rourke, Ben Sears, Nathan Smith, Will Young.

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Mark Chapman, Nathan Smith lead New Zealand to victory in first ODI against Pakistan

NAPIER: A commanding century from Mark Chapman, coupled with Nathan Smith’s four-wicket haul, powered New Zealand to a convincing 73-run victory over Pakistan in the first ODI of the three-match series here at McLean Park on Saturday.

Chasing a daunting 345-run target, Pakistan faltered under the pressure of New Zealand’s pace attack, folding for 271 in 44.1 overs.

Pakistan’s chase began on a promising note as debutant Usman Khan and Abdullah Shafique put together a brisk 83-run opening stand.

Both batters looked aggressive, setting a solid platform before Nathan Smith broke the partnership in the 13th over, removing Usman for 39. Skipper Michael Bracewell then dismissed Abdullah for 36 in the 16th over, reducing Pakistan to 88-2.

Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan attempted to rebuild with a 76-run partnership, keeping hopes alive. However, debutant Muhammad Abbas struck in the 29th over to dismiss Rizwan for 30, leaving Pakistan at 164-3.

Babar, showing his trademark composure, anchored the innings with Salman Ali Agha in an 89-run stand.

The former captain reached his 36th ODI fifty, scoring a fluent 78, but his dismissal in the 39th over to Will O’Rourke tilted the momentum firmly in New Zealand’s favor.

Pakistan’s collapse began soon after as Tayyab Tahir was run out in the 40th over, followed by a golden duck for Irfan Khan Niazi.

Smith then returned to clean up the tail, dismissing Naseem Shah and Haris Rauf in the 43rd over.

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Salman held on to his end for a well-fought 58 before falling prey to Jacob Duffy, while Smith dismissed Akif Javed to wrap things up, as Pakistan fell short by a significant margin.

Smith was the pick of the bowlers for New Zealand, finishing with 4-60 in 8.1 overs. Duffy took two wickets, while Bracewell, Abbas, and O’Rourke chipped in with one apiece.

Earlier, New Zealand, after being put into bat by Pakistan, suffered early blows. Debutant Akif Javed made an instant impact, dismissing Will Young for 1 in the third over before removing Nick Kelly (15) and Henry Nicholls (11), reducing the hosts to 50-3 in 12.4 overs.

However, Mark Chapman and Daryl Mitchell then turned the tide, counterattacking with a crucial 100-run partnership. Chapman played the aggressor, reaching his second ODI century in the 38th over with a flurry of boundaries, smashing 11 fours and four sixes.

Mitchell played a supporting role with a well-crafted 76 before falling to Irfan Niazi. Their 199-run stand had already placed New Zealand in a commanding position by then.

Chapman’s career-best 132 powered the hosts towards a massive total before Haris Rauf and Niazi picked up late wickets to dent the lower order.

But a blistering 50 off just 24 balls from debutant Muhammad Abbas ensured New Zealand crossed the 300-run mark with ease.

Pakistan’s bowlers had their moments, with Niazi finishing as the most successful bowler (3-51), while Rauf and Akif Javed picked up two wickets each. Naseem Shah and Mohammad Ali grabbed one apiece.

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New Zealand all-rounder shares his admiration for Shahid Afridi, Abdul Razzaq

New Zealand’s Mark Chapman has recently opened up about admiring Pakistan’s star all-rounders Shahid Afridi and Abdul Razzaq during his childhood.

During an appearance at ProSports podcast, Chapman was asked about which Pakistani players he used to follow while growing up.

The 30-year-old all-rounder shared that he looked up to Shahid Afridi and Abdul Razzaq as inspirations.

“Growing up, I certainly have fond memories of watching Shahid Afridi. You can’t look past him. Everyone sort of held their breath when he walked out to bat,” said Chapman.

“Another name is Abdul Razzaq. I really enjoyed watching him, particularly his batting.”

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For the unversed, Afridi and Razzaq were famous for their breathtaking batting display, coupled with their brilliance with the ball.

They played their roles in many famous victories for Pakistan, including the successful ICC T20 World Cup 2009 campaign. Notably, Afridi was the player of the match in the semi-final and final of the tournament.

Meanwhile, Mark Chapman also heaped high praise on Pakistan’s current white-ball captain Babar Azam.

“You know he is a wealth of knowledge he is up there in the world with some of the best batters,” he stated.

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Mark Chapman added to New Zealand squad for Pakistan ODIs

AUCKLAND: New Zealand Cricket (NZC) on Tuesday, recalled Mark Chapman to their ODI squad for the upcoming five-match away series against Pakistan, scheduled to commence on April 27.

Chapman, who wreaked havoc in the fifth PAK vs NZ T20I here on Monday by scoring a match-winning century, got the reward of his scintillating knock as the young left-handed batter has been recalled to New Zealand ODI squad.

He scored an unbeaten 104 off 57 deliveries, laced up with 11 boundaries and four sixes to power New Zealand to a series-levelling victory over nervy Pakistan.

Chapman was sensational throughout the recently-concluded five-match T20I series as the left-handed batter’s runs tally of 290 was the most by any batter and was followed by Mohammad Rizwan, who had 162 runs to his name.

New Zealand head coach Gary Stead lauded Chapman’s performance in the T20I series against Pakistan and expressed his delight in having the in-form batter in the ODI squad as well.

“The way Mark’s played against one of the best T20 bowling attacks in the world has been nothing short of outstanding.

“His match-winning knock in the fifth and deciding match was particularly special and we’re happy to have someone in such strong form added to our ODI squad.”

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