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Pakistan Beat Sri Lanka by 82 Runs to Seal T20I Series

By Safiullah SoomroPublished 11 October 2026

Pakistan beat Sri Lanka by 82 runs in the second T20I, scoring 215/3 and restricting the visitors to 133/7 to take an unbeatable 2–0 series lead.

Pakistan secured the three-match T20 International series with an 82-run victory over Sri Lanka in the second match at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Sunday. The hosts now hold an unassailable 2–0 lead, with one match still to play.

Pakistan vs Sri Lanka: second T20I score summary

• Pakistan: 215/3 in 20 overs
• Sri Lanka: 133/7 in 20 overs
• Target: 216 runs
• Result: Pakistan won by 82 runs
• Series: Pakistan lead 2–0 after two of three matches

Pakistan set Sri Lanka a target of 216

Batting first, Pakistan finished on 215 for three from their allotted 20 overs. That left Sri Lanka needing 216 to keep the series alive. Maaz Sadaqat made 96 from 51 balls, while Sahibzada Farhan added 73 from 44 deliveries.

Imran Randhawa leads Pakistan’s bowling

Muhammad Imran Randhawa took three wickets and Salman Mirza claimed two as Pakistan defended their total. Saim Ayub and Shadab Khan took one wicket each. Sri Lanka completed their 20 overs on 133 for seven, leaving Pakistan clear winners.

Pakistan clinch the series with a match to spare

The second consecutive victory means Sri Lanka can no longer draw level in the three-match series. Pakistan have secured the series, although the final margin will only be decided after the third T20I.

The final match is scheduled for 13 October at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Pakistan will have the opportunity to complete a clean sweep, while Sri Lanka will aim to finish the series with a win.

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