Rahane was not KKR's first choice as captain. He was picked up in the accelerated auction at his base price of ₹1.50 crore after going unsold initially.
Skipper Salman Ali Agha acknowledged Pakistan got "outplayed" against New Zealand as the conditions in the second innings turned out to be a "bit too much" for the touring party in the fourth T20I at Mount Maunganui.
He said it was a good game compared to the first, he admired Pakistan's fielding in the match and also praised his bowlers. He spoke about Haris Rauf who took three wickets in the second innings, he felt that Pakistan has to improve in the powerplay with both bat and bowl.
He discussed about the pitch which has been under the covers due to rain, he said the pitch was offering extra bounce, and he said that it was very tough bowling into the wind and said we play good cricket.