Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka by four wickets in the first match of the three-match T20 International series between the two teams, held in Rawalpindi yesterday( 9).
Sri Lanka, who won the toss and elected to bat first, scored 182 for eight wickets in their allotted 20 overs.
Lahiru Udara led Sri Lanka’s batting with an impressive 91 runs off 55 deliveries, including 11 fours and one six, helping his side post a competitive total.
Pakistan needed 183 runs to secure victory.
In reply, Pakistan reached the target, scoring 187 for six in 18.5 overs to seal a four-wicket victory and take the lead in the series.
