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Madushanka stars as Sri Lanka thrash Pakistan to end England’s tri-series hopes

Madushanka takes five wickets as Pakistan crumbleA rejuvenated Sri Lanka routed Pakistan by eight wickets on Tuesday to end England’s hopes of reaching the ODI tri-series final. Fast bowler Dilshan Madushanka grabbed a career-best five for 34 as Pakistan were…

The Guardian

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 12:38 PM

Key Things to Know

Sri Lanka defeated Pakistan by eight wickets to eliminate England from reaching the tri-series final.
Fast bowler Dilshan Madushanka claimed a career-best five for 34 as Pakistan were bowled out for 110.
Sri Lanka chased down the target with over 31 overs remaining to secure a final berth against Pakistan.

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Sri Lanka defeated Pakistan by eight wickets in their one-day international tri-series match on Tuesday, officially ending England's hopes of reaching the final. Fast bowler Dilshan Madushanka produced a career-best five wickets for 34 runs after Sri Lanka captain Kusal Mendis won the toss and elected to field. Madushanka's spell helped dismiss Pakistan for just 110 runs.

Sri Lanka chased down the 111-run target with more than 31 overs to spare, qualifying for Saturday's final against Pakistan. Kamindu Mendis led the chase with an unbeaten 62 off 60 balls, hitting eight fours and two sixes. Sri Lanka will now face England in a dead-rubber match on Thursday at the Gaddafi Stadium.

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Madushanka stars as Sri Lanka thrash Pakistan to end England’s tri-series hopes

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