Maaz Sadaqat and Imran Randhawa seal T20I series Pakistan triumph over Sri Lanka by 82 runs

Pakistan won the three-match T20 International series against Sri Lanka after an impressive all-round show in the second match at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Sunday, October 11, 2026.

Pakistan won the three-match T20 International series against Sri Lanka after an impressive all-round show in the second match at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Sunday, October 11, 2026. A stunning 96-run innings from Maaz Sadaqat and an impressive bowling display by Imran Randhawa helped the hosts register an emphatic 82-run victory.

After winning the toss and batting first, Pakistan posted an imposing total of 215-3 in 20 overs. Sri Lanka struggled during their chase and managed only 133-7 allowing Pakistan to take an unassailable 2-0 lead ahead of Tuesday’s final match.

Maaz was Pakistan’s standout batter smashing 96 runs from just 51 deliveries. His explosive knock included six fours and seven sixes showcasing his ability to accelerate the scoring against both spin and pace.

The left-handed batter initially took time to settle but capitalised on missed opportunities by Sri Lanka’s fielders. He reached his half-century in 29 balls before launching an aggressive assault on the opposition bowlers.

Maaz narrowly missed his maiden T20I century after being dismissed on the final delivery of Pakistan’s innings. Despite falling four runs short of the milestone his remarkable contribution helped Pakistan record their highest T20I total on home soil according to the match report.

Sahibzada Farhan also delivered an outstanding performance, scoring 73 off 44 balls including four boundaries and five sixes. His partnership with Maaz transformed Pakistan’s innings after the hosts made a relatively slow start during the powerplay.

Hasan Nawaz added further momentum with an unbeaten 19 from just nine deliveries helping Pakistan finish strongly at 215-3.

Chasing 216 for victory, Sri Lanka lost wickets at regular intervals. Imran Randhawa produced a match-winning spell, claiming three wickets for only 11 runs in four overs.

His double strike against Kusal Mendis and Sahan Arachchige left Sri Lanka struggling at 49-4. Salman Mirza also contributed two wickets while Shadab Khan and Saim Ayub claimed one apiece.

Maheesh Theekshana remained unbeaten on 32 but Sri Lanka could not recover from their early setbacks and finished at 133-7.

Maaz was named player of the match for his explosive batting performance while Pakistan celebrated a convincing series victory ahead of the final T20I.