McCullum leads New Zealand to victory

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ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates (AP) Opener Brendan McCullum's 131 helped New Zealand beat Pakistan by 64 runs on Friday and send their short one-day international series to a decider on Monday.

McCullum's 131 off 129 deliveries led the Black Caps to 303-8, then Scott Styris took three wickets in 10 balls to help scuttle Pakistan for 239 at Sheikh Zayed Stadium and level the three-match series.

After losing the first game by 138 runs on Tuesday, New Zealand captain Daniel Vettori said his side could only improve.

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