RAWALPINDI, 9 October 2026 (Ghufran): Pakistan began their chase of a 183-run target against Sri Lanka in the opening match of the three-match T20 International series at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Friday after the visitors posted 182 for eight in their allotted 20 overs. Sri Lanka elected to bat first after winning the toss, setting the hosts a challenging target of 183 runs to take an early lead in the series. Pakistan captain Sahibzada Farhan is leading the chase, while experienced batter Fakhar Zaman has returned to the side. Muhammad Imran and Razaullah are also making their T20 International debuts for Pakistan. The remaining two matches of the series will be played at the same venue on October 11 and 13. Pakistan’s playing XI comprises Sahibzada Farhan (captain), Fakhar Zaman, Maaz Sadaqat, Hasan Nawaz, Saim Ayub, Shadab Khan, Khawaja Nafay, Muhammad Imran, Razaullah, Naseem Shah and Abrar Ahmed.