RAWALPINDI, 19 October, 2026 (Nosheen): Pakistan all-rounder Salman Ali Agha has made an impressive return to form, scoring his fourth One-Day International century to help Pakistan secure a 37-run victory over Sri Lanka in the opening match of the tri-series on Sunday. The 32-year-old’s achievement comes after a challenging 18 months during which he was appointed captain of Pakistan’s T20 International team, subsequently lost the leadership role, experienced a decline in his Test performance and was eventually dropped from the format. During this difficult period, Salman returned to domestic cricket and scored nearly 600 runs before rediscovering his form on the international stage. His latest century was his third in just 10 ODI matches, underlining his growing importance to Pakistan’s batting line-up. After reaching the hundred-run mark, Salman celebrated in a distinctive manner by placing his index finger at the corner of his right eye, attracting attention from fans and cricket observers. His performance against Sri Lanka highlighted his resilience and determination to overcome recent setbacks. Salman’s return to form is a positive development for Pakistan as the team continues its preparations and looks to build momentum in the tri-series.