
Rawalpindi, 11 October, 2026 (Nosheen): Pakistan secured a convincing 83-run victory over Sri Lanka at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Sunday to clinch the T20 International series, powered by outstanding performances from Maaz Sadaqat and captain Sahibzada Farhan. Batting first, Pakistan posted an imposing total of 215 for three in 20 overs, with Maaz Sadaqat top-scoring with 96 runs off 46 balls, including seven sixes and six fours, while Farhan contributed 73 off 44 deliveries, featuring five sixes and four boundaries. The pair shared an 88-run partnership that put Pakistan in a commanding position, while Hasan Nawaz added a quick 19 off nine balls to help the hosts cross the 200-run mark. In reply, Sri Lanka managed 133 for seven in their allotted 20 overs while chasing a target of 216. Chamindu Wickramasinghe scored 29, while Maheesh Theekshana remained unbeaten on 32. Pakistan’s bowlers maintained pressure throughout the innings, with Mohammad Imran taking three wickets for just 11 runs in four overs, while Salman Mirza claimed two wickets. Sri Lanka struggled early, losing five wickets by the halfway stage, and ultimately fell well short of the target as Pakistan celebrated a comprehensive series-clinching victory.