Pakistan Defeat Sri Lanka Emerge As Tri-Series Champions
Pakistan have won the 2026 ODI Tri-Series after defeating Sri Lanka by three wickets in a closely contested final at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium on October 31. The victory secured the championship for the home side after an important final against their regional rivals.
Chasing a target of 326, Pakistan reached 326 for seven in 48.4 overs, completing the run chase with eight balls remaining. The result brought the tri-nation tournament to a successful conclusion for Pakistan.
After winning the toss, Pakistan chose to field first, setting the stage for a high-scoring encounter in which both teams produced significant individual batting performances.
Sri Lanka set Pakistan a challenging target of 326 runs after scoring 325 for eight in their allotted 50 overs. Kamindu Mendis delivered an outstanding performance, scoring 131 runs to anchor the innings and give his team a competitive total.
Pavan Rathnayake provided valuable support with 77 runs, helping Sri Lanka build a strong position against Pakistan's bowling attack. Their contributions kept the scoreboard moving and placed considerable pressure on the hosts ahead of the chase.
Pakistan's Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf featured in the bowling effort as the home side worked to restrict Sri Lanka.
Pakistan's response was led by Fakhar Zaman, who produced a commanding innings of 127 runs. Saad Baig contributed 74, while Arafat Minhas added another 61, giving Pakistan the batting momentum needed to stay within reach of Sri Lanka's total.
The contributions from the three batters proved central to the successful chase, with Pakistan reaching the target at 326 for seven in 48.4 overs. Shaheen Shah Afridi sealed the victory by hitting the winning six, bringing the final to an exciting finish.
The triumph crowned Pakistan champions of the 2026 ODI Tri-Series on home soil.
Pakistan have won the 2026 ODI Tri-Series after defeating Sri Lanka by three wickets in a closely contested final at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium on October 31.
Pakistan have won the 2026 ODI Tri-Series after defeating Sri Lanka by three wickets in a closely contested final at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium on October 31. The victory secured the championship for the home side after an important final against their regional rivals.
Chasing a target of 326, Pakistan reached 326 for seven in 48.4 overs, completing the run chase with eight balls remaining. The result brought the tri-nation tournament to a successful conclusion for Pakistan.
After winning the toss, Pakistan chose to field first, setting the stage for a high-scoring encounter in which both teams produced significant individual batting performances.
Sri Lanka set Pakistan a challenging target of 326 runs after scoring 325 for eight in their allotted 50 overs. Kamindu Mendis delivered an outstanding performance, scoring 131 runs to anchor the innings and give his team a competitive total.
Pavan Rathnayake provided valuable support with 77 runs, helping Sri Lanka build a strong position against Pakistan's bowling attack. Their contributions kept the scoreboard moving and placed considerable pressure on the hosts ahead of the chase.
Pakistan's Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf featured in the bowling effort as the home side worked to restrict Sri Lanka.
Pakistan's response was led by Fakhar Zaman, who produced a commanding innings of 127 runs. Saad Baig contributed 74, while Arafat Minhas added another 61, giving Pakistan the batting momentum needed to stay within reach of Sri Lanka's total.
The contributions from the three batters proved central to the successful chase, with Pakistan reaching the target at 326 for seven in 48.4 overs. Shaheen Shah Afridi sealed the victory by hitting the winning six, bringing the final to an exciting finish.
The triumph crowned Pakistan champions of the 2026 ODI Tri-Series on home soil.
