Pakistan were knocked out of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 despite a narrow five-run win over Sri Lanka in the Super Eight clash in Kandy on Saturday. A record partnership by Fakhar Zaman and Sahibzada Farhan powered Pakistan to 212/8, but they needed to restrict Sri Lanka for 147 to make the semi-final cut. Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka won the toss and elected to field first. Defending 147, Pakistan made a decent start as they held Sri Lanka held to 49/2 in powerplay. It was Ahmed who pegged Sri Lanka back with three crucial wickets.

Source: Dhaka Tribune March 01, 2026 04:16 UTC