Sri Lanka booked their place in the final of the ODI Tri-Series 2026 in Pakistan with a comfortable eight-wicket victory over the hosts in the fifth match of the tournament, played today (27 October) in Lahore.
Having won the toss, Sri Lankan skipper Kusal Mendis elected to bowl first and fielded an unchanged playing XI following their historic victory over England in the previous match. The decision paid off as Sri Lanka’s bowlers delivered an outstanding collective performance to dismiss Pakistan for just 110 runs.
Left-arm pacer Dilshan Madushanka was the standout performer with the ball, claiming 5 wickets for 34 runs to register the best bowling figures of his ODI career. Off-spinner Sahan Arachchige provided valuable support with 2 wickets for 24 runs as Sri Lanka’s bowlers kept the Pakistan batting line-up under constant pressure.
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In reply, Sri Lanka made light work of the modest target, reaching 111 for 2 in just 18.1 overs to seal a convincing victory with eight wickets in hand.
Opening batter Kamindu Mendis anchored the chase with a composed unbeaten knock of 62 runs off 60 deliveries, striking 8 fours and 2 sixes to guide Sri Lanka comfortably over the line.
With back-to-back victories over England and Pakistan, Sri Lanka have secured their place in the final of the ODI Tri-Series 2026, where they will face Pakistan for the title, while England have been eliminated from the tournament.
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