Fluent Hundreds Guide New Zealand to Commanding Start in Champions Trophy

Will Young and Tom Latham's impressive centuries helped New Zealand set a challenging score against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy opener. Young and Latham's partnership, along with Glenn Phillips' rapid innings, lifted New Zealand to 320/5, despite early setbacks in their innings.

In a stunning display of batting prowess, New Zealand's Will Young and captain Tom Latham each scored fluent centuries, propelling their team to a commanding total of 320 for five in their Champions Trophy opener against hosts and titleholders Pakistan.

The match witnessed a thrilling innings from Glenn Phillips, who contributed a fiery 61 off just 39 deliveries, strengthening New Zealand's position after early hiccups.

Despite a rocky start at 73 for three, the crucial partnership between Young and Latham laid a solid foundation, later bolstered by Phillips' aggressive batting, frustrating Pakistani bowlers. Naseem Shah emerged as the standout bowler with figures of 2/63.

(With inputs from agencies.)