Thriller in Rawalpindi: Sri Lanka Clinches Dramatic Six-Run Victory Over Pakistan to Reach Tri-Series Final
Rawalpindi, Pakistan – November 27, 2025
The Sri Lankan cricket team secured a thrilling six-run victory over Pakistan in a crucial match of the Tri-Nation T20 Cricket Series today, propelling them into the tournament’s final against the winner of the remaining matches. The tense, high-stakes win in Rawalpindi provided Sri Lanka with a vital lifeline after a mixed performance earlier in the series.
Match Summary: Sri Lanka vs. Pakistan
The decisive contest at Rawalpindi saw both teams battling for a spot in the final. Sri Lanka, batting first, set a challenging total, and their bowlers held their nerve in a thrilling defence.
| Innings | Team | Score (Overs) | Top Scorer/Bowler |
| 1st | Sri Lanka | 184/5 (20 overs) | Not specified in source, but resulted in a strong total. |
| 2nd | Pakistan | 178/7 (20 overs) | Salman Agha 63* |
| Result | Sri Lanka won by 6 runs | Dushmantha Chameera 4/20 |
Sri Lanka’s Innings:
Sri Lanka’s batters delivered a much-needed performance, reaching 184 for 5 in their 20 overs. This solid platform put immediate pressure on the home side.
Pakistan’s Innings:
Chasing 185, Pakistan fought hard. Captain Salman Agha led the charge, scoring an unbeaten 63 runs, and threatened to snatch the game for his side in the closing overs. However, the rest of the batting line-up struggled to convert starts.
Chameera’s Heroics:
The difference-maker was Sri Lankan fast bowler Dushmantha Chameera, who produced a magnificent spell of death bowling. Chameera claimed 4 wickets for just 20 runs, tearing through Pakistan’s middle order and ultimately stifling their chase just six runs short of the target, finishing at 178 for 7.
Booking a Spot in the Final
This victory was absolutely critical for Sri Lanka’s tournament hopes. With participation from Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and Zimbabwe, the tri-series format made every match a must-win scenario for qualification.
The result ensures Sri Lanka’s place in the Final, which will be played at the same venue in Rawalpindi on November 29th.
