It was a massive power-hitting display by Finn Allen and Tim Seifert at the top of the order for the Kiwis, as their rapid opening partnership set up a simple chase for the hosts in this rain-shortened 15 over match.

Fine knocks by openers Tim Seifert and Finn Allen and solid bowling spells from pacers helped New Zealand secure a five-wicket win over Pakistan in the second T20I of the five-match series at Dunedin on Tuesday.

New Zealand wins toss, opts to bowl in second T20 against Pakistan in Dunedin; game reduced to 15 overs per innings.