Kusal Mendis’ unbeaten 87 hands Sri Lanka consolation win
The series may have been lost but Sri Lanka will be feeling a lot better about themselves following a comprehensive win in the third and final T20I. Kusal Mendis’ 87 off 48 led the way in the chase, as Sri Lanka hunted down Pakistan’s total of 168 for 8 with 17 balls and eight wickets […]
Sri Lanka secured a consolation victory in the third and final T20I against Pakistan, thanks in large part to Kusal Mendis' unbeaten 87 off 48 balls. Mendis' composed knock was instrumental in chasing down Pakistan's total of 168 for 8, as he partnered with Sineth Jayawardena and Kamindu Mendis to see the game through with ease.
Pakistan's batting lineup struggled to make significant inroads, with only Farhan and Arafat Minhas scoring more than 20 runs each. Dasun Shanaka and Vijayakanth Viyaskanth were standout performers with the ball, claiming 3 wickets apiece. Despite an early wicket loss with Lahiru Udara, Sri Lanka's bowlers maintained their composure and saw the game through to a comfortable conclusion.
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