New Zealand dismissed Pakistan for 297 at the close of play on the opening day of the second and final Test at Christchurch on Sunday.
Paceman Kyle Jamieson took five for 69 as the hosts won the toss and elected to field.
Azhar Ali top-scored for Pakistan with 93, while Mohammad Rizwan contributed 61 and Faheem Ashraf hit 48.
The Black Caps are already 1-0 up in the series and need only a draw to rise to the top of the world rankings for the first time.
Stoppage-time comeback gives Burkina Faso victory in opener
Two goals deep in second-half stoppage time saw Burkina Faso snatch a 2-1 victory over 10-man Equatorial Guinea in the opening Group E match at the Africa Cup of Nations finals on Wednesday.
Archer out of Ashes, England drop Pope from Boxing Day test
A side strain ended England fast bowler Jofra Archer's Ashes campaign on Wednesday while the beleaguered tourists dropped batter Ollie Pope for the fourth test against Australia.
Martha Stewart joins Snoop Dogg as Swansea minority co-owner
American businesswoman and television personality Martha Stewart has joined Swansea City as a co-owner, the Welsh football club announced on Tuesday.
Arsenal edge Palace on penalties to reach League Cup semi-finals
Arsenal have edged past Crystal Palace on penalties on Tuesday to reach the semi-finals of the League Cup when goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga saved a spot kick from Palace defender Maxence Lacroix.
MI Emirates head to playoffs after an eight-wicket win over Gulf Giants
MI Emirates have sealed their playoff berth after a comfortable eight-wicket win over the Gulf Giants during the at the Zayed Cricket Stadium on Tuesday.
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