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Pakistan Crushes Sri Lanka by 82 Runs!
11 Oct
Summary
- Pakistan secured the T20I series 2-0 with an 82-run victory.
- Maaz Sadaqat scored 96 runs off 51 balls, leading Pakistan's strong batting.
- Mohammad Imran's 3/11 performance restricted Sri Lanka's chase.
Pakistan secured a commanding 82-run victory over Sri Lanka in the second T20I on Sunday, October 11, 2026, clinching the three-match series 2-0. The win also marked captain Sahibzada Farhan's first series triumph in his captaincy role.
Opting to bowl first, Sri Lanka could not contain Pakistan's formidable batting lineup. Maaz Sadaqat was the standout performer, smashing 96 runs off just 51 deliveries, including seven sixes. Opening partner Sahibzada Farhan provided excellent support with a rapid 73 off 44 balls. Their powerful partnership set an imposing target of 215/3.
In response, Sri Lanka's batting faltered against a disciplined Pakistan bowling attack. Mohammad Imran was instrumental, taking three wickets for only 11 runs in his four-over spell. Salman Mirza also contributed with two wickets. Despite late resistance from Chamindu Wickramasinghe (29) and Maheesh Theekshana (32 not out), Sri Lanka was bowled out for 133/7, falling well short of the target.
