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1/3/2026, 10:52:31 am

Pakistan Beat Sri Lanka by 5 Runs – Super 8 Match Report | T20 World Cup 2026

Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka by 5 runs in the 50th Super 8 Group 2 match at Pallekele in the T20 World Cup 2026. Sahibzada Farhan starred with the bat, but Pak missed out on semi-final qualification.

Pakistan Beat Sri Lanka by 5 Runs – Farhan Stars in Must-Win Thriller (T20 World Cup 2026)

Pakistan produced a thrilling performance to defeat Sri Lanka by 5 runs in the 50th Match of Super 8 Group 2 at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele. Despite the victory, Pakistan were unable to progress to the semifinals due to net run rate.

Pakistan Innings – Farhan Leads Huge Total

Batting first, Pakistan posted a strong 212/8 in 20 overs, thanks to aggressive top-order batting.

  • Sahibzada Farhan was the standout performer and Player of the Match, anchoring the innings with a commanding knock that boosted Pakistan’s score.
  • Pakistan’s batting was built around big hitting and solid partnerships, helping them reach a competitive total on a batting-friendly surface.

Sri Lanka Chase – Handy Response Falls Short

Chasing 213, Sri Lanka fought back strongly and finished on 207/6 in 20 overs.

  • Sri Lanka produced a spirited response, with key batters contributing important runs in the middle overs.
  • Despite keeping the score ticking, they fell just short of surpassing Pakistan’s total in a tight finish.

Key Performers

  • Sahibzada Farhan (PAK): Match-winning batting performance – Player of the Match
  • Sri Lankan Middle-Order: Competitive batting in chase

Match Summary

Pakistan: 212/8 (20 overs)

Sri Lanka: 207/6 (20 overs)

Result: Pakistan won by 5 runs

Despite this crucial win, Pakistan’s campaign ended on a disappointing note as they were eliminated from semifinal contention due to an inferior net run rate compared to New Zealand.