“Aggressive batting and smart strategy ensured Pakistan stayed in control from start to finish.”
Pakistan continued their strong form in the T20 tri-series by defeating Sri Lanka by 7 wickets on 22 November 2025 at Rawalpindi. Sri Lanka set a modest target of 128/7 in their 20 overs, with Janith Liyanage top-scoring with 41 not out. Their innings struggled against Pakistan’s disciplined bowling, especially in the middle overs.
Chasing the target, Pakistan made light work of the total, reaching 131/3 in 15.3 overs, with Sahibzada Farhan leading the charge with an unbeaten 80 off 45 balls. Spin bowler Mohammad Nawaz was the standout with 3 wickets for 16 runs, breaking key partnerships and keeping Sri Lanka under pressure. Abrar Ahmed also contributed with tight bowling, making it difficult for the opposition to score freely.
This win marked Pakistan’s second consecutive victory against Sri Lanka in the tri-series, strengthening their position in the points table. The team’s balanced performance with both bat and ball highlighted their dominance in the series so far. Pakistan’s aggressive batting and smart bowling strategy once again proved too strong for Sri Lanka in the shorter format.