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Agha returns to lead Pakistan to tri-series win over Sri Lanka

Salman Ali Agha made a triumphant return to the Pakistan team with his fourth ODI century in a 37-run victory over Sri Lanka in the cricket tri-series opener on Sunday.

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 5:34 PM
Agha returns to lead Pakistan to tri-series win over Sri Lanka
Key Things to Know
  • Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka by 37 runs in the opening match of the ODI tri-series.
  • Salman Ali Agha scored 107 off 90 balls to lead Pakistan to 305 all out.
  • Sri Lanka were bowled out for 268 despite half-centuries from Pavan Rathnayake and Janith Liyanage.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Salman Ali Agha marked his return to the Pakistan side by scoring 107 runs off 90 balls to secure a 37-run victory over Sri Lanka in the opening match of the ODI tri-series in Rawalpindi. Pakistan were bowled out for 305 in 49.5 overs after being sent in to bat. Despite strong resistance from Sri Lanka, the visitors were dismissed for 268 in 48.1 overs.

Sri Lanka fought back through a 119-run partnership between Pavan Rathnayake, who scored 79, and Janith Liyanage, who contributed 60. However, Pakistan's bowling attack sealed the win, led by Shaheen Afridi's three wickets for 55 runs alongside two wickets apiece from Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf, and Faheem Ashraf.

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