Sadaqat leads Pakistan to commanding total
Pakistan took an unassailable 2-0 lead in their three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka, securing a comprehensive 82-run victory at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. After Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to bowl, the home side produced a clinical batting display to post a formidable 215/3 from their 20 overs.
The innings was anchored by a spectacular performance from
Sri Lanka chase falters early
Chasing a daunting target of 216, Sri Lanka’s pursuit never gained the necessary momentum. The innings suffered an immediate setback when Lahiru Udara was dismissed with the team score on just 6 in the first over, a turning point that set the tone for the remainder of the chase. Pakistan’s bowlers maintained relentless pressure, reducing the visitors to two early wickets and never allowing the middle order to settle.
Maheesh Theekshana provided some resistance with a top score of 32 off 26 balls, while Chamindu Wickramasinghe attempted to keep the scoreboard moving, but the required run rate proved too steep. Supported by disciplined spells from Mohammad Imran and Salman Mirza, the Pakistan bowling unit stifled the Sri Lankan lineup, restricting them to 133/7 by the close of their 20 overs. Sadaqat was named Player of the Match for his match-defining 96, capping off a dominant performance that leaves Pakistan in total control of the series heading into the final fixture.
