Sri Lanka National Cricket Team vs Pakistan National Cricket Team Match Scorecard of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Match No. 50 at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on 28 February 2026 in Super Eights (Group 2) ODI Match. The Pakistan side made 212/8 with Sahibzada Farhan (100) and Fakhar Zaman (84) showing outstanding performance. Sri Lanka replied with 207/6, Dasun Shanaka (76*) and Pavan Rathnayake (58) leading the way. Match Scorecard, Batting and Bowling figures, Match Result, Turning Points of the match, Player of the Match, Statistical Highlights and Squads are all included in this article.
After a record partnership and 60-plus runs from 211/6, Pakistan churned out a huge total of 212/8. Sri Lanka fought back in the pursuit with Pavan Rathnayake and skipper Dasun Shanaka all around, but finally it was on 207/6, just five runs behind.
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Sri lanka vs Pakistan: Super 8, Group 2, ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026
| Detail | Information |
| Match | Pakistan vs Sri Lanka |
| Tournament | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Stage | Super Eights – Group 2 |
| Venue | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium |
| Match Date | 28 February 2026 |
| Toss | Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to field |
| Result | Pakistan won by 5 runs |
| Pakistan Score | 212/8 (20 overs) |
| Sri Lanka Score | 207/6 (20 overs) |
| Player of the Match | Sahibzada Farhan |
| Match Number | 50th Match, Super Eights |
| Points | Pakistan 2, Sri Lanka 0 |
Sri Lanka vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 – Playing XI)
Pakistan National Cricket Team
| Player | Role |
| Sahibzada Farhan | Opening Batter |
| Fakhar Zaman | Opening Batter |
| Khawaja Nafay | Batter |
| Salman Agha | Captain |
| Shadab Khan | All-rounder |
| Mohammad Nawaz | All-rounder |
| Usman Khan | Wicketkeeper Batter |
| Shaheen Afridi | Fast Bowler |
| Naseem Shah | Fast Bowler |
| Abrar Ahmed | Spin Bowler |
| Usman Tariq | Spinner |
Sri Lanka National Cricket Team
| Player | Role |
| Pathum Nissanka | Opening Batter |
| Kamil Mishara | Wicketkeeper Batter |
| Charith Asalanka | Batter |
| Pavan Rathnayake | Middle-order Batter |
| Kamindu Mendis | All-rounder |
| Janith Liyanage | Batter |
| Dasun Shanaka | Captain |
| Dunith Wellalage | All-rounder |
| Maheesh Theekshana | Spinner |
| Dushmantha Chameera | Fast Bowler |
| Dilshan Madushanka | Fast Bowler |
Sri lanka National cricket team vs Pakistan National cricket team Match Scorecard
Pakistan Cricket Team 1st Innings (Battings Stats)
The 1st innings score card for Pakistan is available. Pakistan’s performance in the last T20 cricket was one of their best. Sahibzada Farhan and Fakhar Zaman led the charge for the Sri Lankan attack for a whole sixty-plus overs. The duo opened the scoring window of the match with their partnership. Farhan hit a superb century and Fakhar hit from the other end with fearless stroke play. With the first wicket down, Pakistan tumbled down a few wickets, but still managed to put up a 212 score.
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
| Sahibzada Farhan | 100 | 60 | 9 | 5 | 166.66 |
| Fakhar Zaman | 84 | 42 | 9 | 4 | 200.00 |
| Khawaja Nafay | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 66.66 |
| Shadab Khan | 7 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 140.00 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Salman Agha | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Usman Khan | 8* | 4 | 1 | 0 | 200.00 |
| Shaheen Afridi | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 200.00 |
| Naseem Shah | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Abrar Ahmed | 0* | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| Extras | 6 | — | — | — | — |
| Total | 212/8 | 20 overs | — | — | — |
Sri Lanka Cricket Team 1st innings (Bowling Stats)
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets |
| Dilshan Madushanka | 4 | 33 | 3 |
| Dushmantha Chameera | 4 | 48 | 1 |
| Maheesh Theekshana | 4 | 35 | 0 |
| Dasun Shanaka | 4 | 42 | 2 |
| Dunith Wellalage | 3 | 37 | 0 |
| Janith Liyanage | 1 | 14 | 0 |
Sri Lanka Cricket Team 2nd Innings (Batting Stats)
Sri Lanka got a bad start after Pathum Nissanka was out in the second over. Pakistan spinsters Abrar Ahmed and Kamil Mishara and Charith Asalanka tried to rally, but Pakistan got rid of both of them.
Then Pavan Rathnayke produced a brilliant knock and had a few significant additions to make with Dasun Shanaka. The Sri Lankan skipper, who had played just 31 deliveries, had a fine unbeaten 76, holding off the chase till the last over.
Sri Lanka managed 207 runs, but were beaten by five runs.
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
| Pathum Nissanka | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 42.85 |
| Kamil Mishara | 26 | 15 | 4 | 1 | 173.33 |
| Charith Asalanka | 25 | 18 | 1 | 2 | 138.88 |
| Pavan Rathnayake | 58 | 37 | 4 | 3 | 156.75 |
| Kamindu Mendis | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Janith Liyanage | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 166.66 |
| Dasun Shanaka | 76* | 31 | 2 | 8 | 245.16 |
| Dunith Wellalage | 2* | 3 | 0 | 0 | 66.66 |
| Extras | 9 | — | — | — | — |
| Total | 207/6 | 20 overs | — | — | — |
Pakistan Cricket Team 2nd Innings (Bowling Stats)
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets |
| Shaheen Afridi | 4 | 48 | 1 |
| Naseem Shah | 4 | 36 | 1 |
| Abrar Ahmed | 4 | 23 | 3 |
| Usman Tariq | 4 | 43 | 0 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | 2 | 21 | 1 |
| Shadab Khan | 2 | 33 | 0 |
Sri Lanka Vs Pakistan Match Summery
Pakistan got off to a strong start after they asked to bat first. The Sri Lankan bowlers felt pressure from the outset and the openers Sahibzada Farhan and Fakhar Zaman took charge of the powerplay. The duo followed with 176 off the first wicket to lay the foundations of Pakistan’s mammoth score. Farhan bowled a sensational 100-run century while Fakhar had one of his best T20 innings. Pakistan bowled out a number of wickets in the final over but yet managed to cross the 200-run mark.
Sri Lanka got to a poor start with the loss of Pathum Nissanka, and it did not look like they were on the right track thereafter. But Pavan Rathnayake revived the innings before it was taken over by the explosive batting of skipper Dasun Shanaka in the death overs. Shanaka almost pulled off a remarkable chase, but the Pakistan side held their nerve in the final over. This game was an excellent example of how quickly T20 cricket can evolve in just a few overs and how crucial partnerships and death bowling are in this format.
Key Turning Points
- Opening Partnership’s game-changing address in Pakistan.Pakistan’s Opening Partnership’s Game-Changing Address.
- It was a perfect start for Pakistan with Sahibzada Farhan and Fakhar Zaman scoring 176 for the first wicket. Their combination allowed Pakistan to dominate the game and put Sri Lanka on a pressure now from the start.
- Farhan had one of the finest innings of the tournament as he hammered 100 runs from 60 deliveries. His century kept Pakistan’s ‘run’ rate high and helped build the target of 212/8, which was a formidable challenge.
- Pakistan managed to score 200 runs, even though they lost their last wickets late.
- A good start in the 80 overs, followed by some wickets falling in the final overs, saw Pakistan cross the 200-run plateau. Those extra runs later proved to be the difference in such a close contest.
- Sri Lanka began making their partnerships and Abrar Ahmed was responsible for getting 3 wickets for 23 runs. His game brought the flow of the game to a halt and gave the Pakistanis the edge.
- Captain Dasun Shanaka hit a classy 31-for-76 unbeaten knock on the way to a 109.50 strike rate. His strong batting in Sri Lanka helped them stay in the game till the last over and almost brought them back from the dead.
- Pakistan saved two runs in the final over.Pakistan saved two runs in the final over.
- Sri Lanka required a few runs in the final over but Pakistan bowlers remained cool. Their disciplined bowling helped defend the target and seal a thrilling five-run victory.
Player of the Match
Sahibzada Farhan was given the Player of the Match for his exemplary batting skills. He played a good opening stand with Fakhar Zaman, scoring 100 runs off 60 balls of which he hit 9 fours and 5 sixes in his Pakistan career-beginners. His century opened the floodgates for Pakistan to put on a match-winning 212/8 total, even after the late-thrashing Sri Lanka had a fight back. Farhan’s batting was an aggressive yet intelligent performance, and he was the biggest winner of the match.
Sri lanka National cricket team vs Pakistan National cricket team match Highlights
- Pakistan have scored 212/8 in 20 overs.
- Sahibzada Farhan scored a magnificent century.
- Fakhar Zaman scored 84 off 42 balls in a hurry.
- Pakistan had made 176 runs for the first wicket.
- Sri Lanka were bowled out early on the chase.
- Pavan Rathnayake was the scorer of a useful 58 runs.
- Dasun Shanaka was splendid with 76 and didn’t get bowled during the process.
- Abrar Ahmed picked up three crucial wickets.
- Sri Lanka came out on top with 207/6, but they were beaten by five runs.
- Pakistan scored two important Super Eights points.
Best Performance Highlights
| Statistic | Record |
| Highest Score | Sahibzada Farhan – 100 |
| Fastest Fifty | Fakhar Zaman – 27 balls |
| Best Bowling | Abrar Ahmed – 3/23 |
| Best Strike Rate | Dasun Shanaka – 245.16 |
| Highest Partnership | Farhan and Fakhar – 176 runs |
| Most Sixes | Dasun Shanaka – 8 |
| Match Margin | Pakistan won by 5 runs |
Match Result
Pakistan won the match in Super Eights II of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 over Sri Lanka at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium by limited to just five runs. Batting first, Pakistan scored 212/8 in the 20 overs with an excellent century from Sahibzada Farhan (100), backed up by crazed 84 from Fakhar Zaman. Sri Lanka, in respond offered a fight back with Pavan Rathnayake (58) and captain Dasun Shanaka’s unbeaten 76 but ended on 207/6. This victory took Pakistan to two points and partway through the Super Eights.
Conclusion
The Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Super Eights clash in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 was undoubtedly one of the most thrilling encounters of the tournament. Their biggest hitters, Sahibzada Farhan and Fakhar Zaman in particular, helped them score a huge score and Pakistan’s top-order seamers also played a key role in the game.
Sri Lanka were very persistent on the chase. Pavan Rathnayakes and Dasun Shanaka were almost in the process of putting on one of the biggest chase in World Cup history but bowlers kept their nerve for Pakistan.
The match showcased the significance of the partnership, middle over and finishing in T20 cricket today. This match was one of the highlight cricket matches of the 2026 T20 World Cup, where both sides showed quality in their cricket.
FAQs
The final scores were Pakistan 212/8 in 20 overs and Sri Lanka 207/6. Pakistan took the victory by five runs.
Sahibzada Farhan came up with a brilliant 100 runs in 60 balls, to win the Player of the Match while dominating the game.
Sahibzada Farhan was the leading scorer of the game with 100 runs.
Abrar Ahmed took three wickets and posted his best bowling performance of 3/23.
The opening stand of Sahibzada Farhan and Fakhar Zaman 176 runs partnership was the most crucial of the game.
