Pakistan beat Sri Lanka in match 3 of the ongoing Tri Nation T20 Series in Rawalpindi
Sahibzada Farhan starred with a quickfire 80, anchoring the chase
Mohammad Nawaz impressed with a key 3-wicket haul, restricting Sri Lanka to 128/7
Pakistan and Sri Lanka clashed against each other in match 3 of the ongoing Tri Nation T20I series at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadum on Saturday, November 22. Sri Lanka won the toss and opted to bat first, however, the decision didn't go well.
Pakistan produced a disciplined and effective performance at Rawalpindi to defeat Sri Lanka by 7 wickets, sealing their dominance in the tri-series. Sri Lanka’s batters never really took control, with only Janith Liyanage (41) showing real resistance.
Pakistani spinner Mohammad Nawaz turned the tide by firing in a miserly 3‑for‑16, targeting the middle order and choking the scoring rate.
Chasing 129, Pakistan made light work of the target, finishing at 131/3 in 15.3 overs. The openers, Saim Ayub and Sahibzada Farhan, laid a strong foundation, while Nawaz’s all‑round impact earned him the Player of the Match award.
This is Pakistan's second win of the series. On the other hand, its Sri Lanka's second loss of the series. They can't afford anymore losses from here as it may end their chances of playing the final match. They were defeated by Zimbabwe in their opening match, however, they'll have another chance to avenge their loss on November 25.
Pakistan Vs Sri Lanka, Tri Nation T20I Series 2025: Toss Update
Sri Lanka have won the toss and have opted to bat first against Pakistan.
Pakistan Vs Sri Lanka, Tri Nation T20I Series 2025: Playing XIs
Sri Lanka (Playing XI): Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis(w), Kamil Mishara, Kusal Perera, Dasun Shanaka (c), Janith Liyanage, Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Eshan Malinga, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth
Pakistan (Playing XI): Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Babar Azam, Salman Agha (c), Fakhar Zaman, Usman Khan (w), Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Salman Mirza, Abrar Ahmed
Pakistan Vs Sri Lanka, Tri Nation T20I Series 2025: Ball-By-Ball Commentary
Where to watch the Pakistan Vs Sri Lanka, Pakistan T20I Tri-Series 2025 Match 3 live on TV and online?
The Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, Pakistan T20I Tri-Series 2025 Match 3 will be streamed live on the Sports TV YouTube channel in India. There will be no live telecast of the match in the country.
