Pakistan have made a confident start under new T20I captain Sahibzada Farhan, winning the first two matches of their series against Sri Lanka at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The hosts chased down 183 in the opening game before producing a commanding batting display in the second match. Their victories gave them an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.
Farhan led from the front with two attacking innings, while young batter Maaz Sadaqat emerged as another key performer. Their contributions helped Pakistan maintain an aggressive approach with the bat and put pressure on Sri Lanka in both matches.
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka T20I Series Results
| Match | Pakistan’s Score | Sri Lanka’s Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st T20I, October 9 | 187/6 (18.5 overs) | 182/8 (20 overs) | Pakistan won by 4 wickets |
| 2nd T20I, October 11 | 215/3 (20 overs) | 133/7 (20 overs) | Pakistan won by 82 runs |
Sahibzada Farhan Leads Pakistan to Victory in the First T20I
Sri Lanka batted first in the opening match and posted 182 for eight in their 20 overs. Lahiru Udara led the innings with an impressive 91 off 55 balls, hitting 11 fours and one six. However, Pakistan’s bowlers picked up important wickets to prevent the visitors from pushing their total even higher.
Naseem Shah finished with three wickets for 36 runs, while Mohammad Imran claimed two for 21. Pakistan then began their chase positively, with Farhan setting the pace through an aggressive innings of 89 from 53 deliveries. He struck 10 fours and four sixes, putting the home side in a strong position.
Maaz Sadaqat supported the captain with 50 off 29 balls. The pair added 92 runs together, giving Pakistan the momentum they needed to chase the target. Although the hosts lost several wickets in the closing stages, they reached 187 for six in 18.5 overs. Pakistan won by four wickets with seven balls remaining, and Farhan received the Player of the Match award.
1st T20I Full Scorecard
Sri Lanka batting
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lahiru Udara | 91 | 55 | 11 | 1 |
| Kusal Mendis | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Kamil Mishara | 6 | 13 | 1 | 0 |
| Kamindu Mendis | 23 | 18 | 4 | 0 |
| Sahan Arachchige | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Dasun Shanaka | 18 | 15 | 0 | 2 |
| Dunith Wellalage | 5 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| Maheesh Theekshana | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Dushmantha Chameera | 6* | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Eshan Malinga | 1* | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 182/8 | 20 overs |
Pakistan bowling
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Naseem Shah | 4 | 36 | 3 |
| Mohammad Imran | 4 | 21 | 2 |
| Razaullah | 3 | 29 | 1 |
| Abrar Ahmed | 4 | 36 | 0 |
| Shadab Khan | 3 | 33 | 1 |
| Saim Ayub | 2 | 17 | 1 |
Pakistan batting
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sahibzada Farhan | 89 | 53 | 10 | 4 |
| Fakhar Zaman | 21 | 13 | 4 | 0 |
| Maaz Sadaqat | 50 | 29 | 4 | 3 |
| Hasan Nawaz | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Saim Ayub | 8 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| Khawaja Nafay | 12* | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| Shadab Khan | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Mohammad Imran | 0* | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 187/6 | 18.5 overs |
Sri Lanka bowling
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nuwan Thushara | 3 | 32 | 1 |
| Dushmantha Chameera | 3 | 40 | 1 |
| Eshan Malinga | 3.5 | 33 | 2 |
| Maheesh Theekshana | 4 | 36 | 2 |
| Dasun Shanaka | 2 | 16 | 0 |
| Dunith Wellalage | 3 | 26 | 0 |
Maaz Sadaqat’s Explosive Batting Secures the Second Win
Pakistan carried their momentum into the second T20I on October 11. Sri Lanka elected to field first, but Pakistan’s batters quickly established control. Farhan scored 73 from 44 balls, striking four fours and five sixes. Fakhar Zaman added 22 from 17 deliveries before Maaz took charge of the innings.
Maaz smashed 96 off 51 balls, including six fours and seven sixes. His powerful hitting kept the scoring rate high and helped Pakistan reach 215 for three in 20 overs. Hasan Nawaz provided a late boost with an unbeaten 19 from just nine balls.
Sri Lanka needed 216 to win but struggled against Pakistan’s disciplined bowling attack. Mohammad Imran claimed three wickets for only 11 runs in four overs, while Salman Mirza took two wickets. The visitors finished on 133 for seven, giving Pakistan an emphatic 82-run victory. Maaz earned the Player of the Match award for his outstanding innings.
2nd T20I Full Scorecard
Pakistan batting
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sahibzada Farhan | 73 | 44 | 4 | 5 |
| Fakhar Zaman | 22 | 17 | 4 | 0 |
| Maaz Sadaqat | 96 | 51 | 6 | 7 |
| Hasan Nawaz | 19* | 9 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 215/3 | 20 overs |
Sri Lanka bowling
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Binura Fernando | 4 | 42 | 0 |
| Nuwan Thushara | 4 | 32 | 0 |
| Maheesh Theekshana | 4 | 55 | 1 |
| Eshan Malinga | 4 | 41 | 1 |
| Dasun Shanaka | 3 | 30 | 1 |
| Kamindu Mendis | 1 | 15 | 0 |
Sri Lanka batting
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lahiru Udara | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Sineth Jayawardena | 22 | 21 | 4 | 0 |
| Kusal Mendis | 9 | 15 | 0 | 0 |
| Kamindu Mendis | 23 | 19 | 2 | 1 |
| Sahan Arachchige | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Dasun Shanaka | 9 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| Chamindu Wickramasinghe | 29 | 24 | 1 | 1 |
| Maheesh Theekshana | 32* | 26 | 4 | 0 |
| Binura Fernando | 0* | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 133/7 | 20 overs |
Pakistan bowling
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salman Mirza | 3 | 28 | 2 |
| Naseem Shah | 4 | 28 | 0 |
| Mohammad Imran | 4 | 11 | 3 |
| Abrar Ahmed | 3 | 26 | 0 |
| Saim Ayub | 3 | 19 | 1 |
| Shadab Khan | 3 | 19 | 1 |
Pakistan’s Young Players Make a Strong Statement
With senior players Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan rested for this series, Pakistan have given other members of the squad an opportunity to take responsibility. Farhan has responded with two substantial scores and a winning start to his captaincy. Maaz has also demonstrated his ability to accelerate the innings and challenge opposition bowlers.
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Pakistan’s batting performances have been particularly encouraging. The team chased a demanding target in the first match and then posted more than 200 in the second. Their bowlers backed up that effort by restricting Sri Lanka to a much lower total in the series’ second game.
Pakistan have now secured the series with a 2-0 lead. They will aim to complete a clean sweep in the third T20I, while Sri Lanka will look to finish the tour with a consolation win. Farhan’s early success has given Pakistan a positive platform to build on as the team continues to develop its T20 approach.
