Clinical Sri Lanka Swat Pakistan Aside to Clinch T20I Series Sri Lanka delivered a clinical performance to dismantle Pakistan in the second T20I of their series, securing a decisive victory that helped them clinch the white-ball leg of the competition. The hosts chased down a target of 176 with ease, finishing in 17.4 overs and leaving Pakistan with a meager total of 175. The win, which came with 14 balls remaining, extended Sri Lanka’s dominance over Pakistan, who now face a fourth consecutive loss in the series. This result also solidified Sri Lanka’s position as the series winners, having already secured the ODI leg of the contest. Pakistan’s innings began with a promising start as the openers, Shawaal Zulfiqar and Muneeba Ali, set the tone with a brisk Powerplay. Zulfiqar, in particular, showcased his aggressive batting, hitting five boundaries in the third over to help Pakistan reach 63/0 after just five overs. However, the momentum shifted dramatically as Sri Lanka’s bowlers stepped up. Chamodi Praboda, who had earlier dismissed the opening pair, continued his dominance by removing Ali at the halfway mark. Pakistan’s hopes of a competitive total were further dented when Chamari Athapaththu and Sanjana Kavindi took control of the innings, restricting the visitors to a modest score. Sri Lanka’s batting lineup was in scintillating form, with Athapaththu and Kavindi leading the charge. Athapaththu, in particular, was in devastating form, scoring 40 off 14 balls in the third and fourth overs. Her aggressive approach helped Sri Lanka accumulate 51 runs in four overs, effectively burying Pakistan’s chances of a high total. Kavindi followed suit, hitting boundaries at will and playing a pivotal role in the chase.#pakistan #sri_lanka #chamari_athapaththu #sanjana_kavindi #chamodi_praboda
Sri Lanka Women Clinch Series with Dominant Chase in Dambulla T20I Sri Lanka Women secured a thrilling 6-wicket victory over Pakistan Women in the second T20I of their three-match series at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on August 2, 2026. Chasing a target of 176 runs, the hosts reached 178/4 in 17.4 overs, finishing with 14 balls remaining, to clinch the series 2-0. The win was marked by standout performances from Sanjana Kavindi and Chamari Athapaththu, who anchored the innings with composure. Pakistan Women, batting first, posted 175/5 in 20 overs, led by Muneeba Ali’s 45 and Shawaal Zulfiqar’s 48. However, Sri Lanka’s bowlers maintained pressure throughout, restricting the visitors to a below-par total. Key wickets fell at regular intervals, with Pakistan’s top order collapsing after a strong start. The Sri Lankan bowlers, including Umm-e-Hani and Ayesha Zafar, delivered crucial breakthroughs, particularly in the death overs, to limit Pakistan’s scoring opportunities. In the chase, Sri Lanka’s batting lineup showed resilience. Chamari Athapaththu (40) and Sanjana Kavindi (46) formed a formidable partnership, steering the team past the target with ease. Kavindi’s innings, supported by Vishmi Gunaratne’s 31 and Harshitha Samarawickrama’s 37, laid the foundation for a comfortable victory. Kavisha Dilhari (14 not out) and Harshitha Samarawickrama (37 not out) ensured the innings remained intact, with the team finishing with 14 balls to spare. The series result saw Sri Lanka Women dominate the Pakistan Women tour of Sri Lanka, winning both matches. The victory was a testament to their all-round performance, with the bowlers restricting Pakistan’s scoring and the batters capitalizing on the opportunities.#chamari_athapaththu #sri_lanka_women #pakistan_women #rangiri_dambulla_international_stadium #sanjana_kavindi
Sri Lanka Women's Cricket Team Secures Series Victory Over Pakistan in T20I Series Sri Lanka Women’s cricket team clinched a decisive victory in the third T20I match against Pakistan Women on August 4, 2026, at Dambulla, sealing a 2-0 series win. The match, part of Pakistan’s tour of Sri Lanka, saw Sri Lanka chase down a target of 176 runs with ease, finishing at 178 for 4, six wickets ahead of Pakistan’s 175 for 5. The win solidified Sri Lanka’s dominance in the series, with the team now looking forward to the final match, which will determine the overall outcome of the T20I series. The Sri Lanka Women’s batting lineup delivered a masterclass performance, with 17-year-old debutant Sanjana Kavindi starring as the standout performer. Kavindi scored 46 off 24 balls, anchoring the innings with a blend of aggression and composure. Her innings was complemented by Chamari Athapaththu, who contributed 40 off 15 balls at the top of the order. Athapaththu’s innings set the tone for Sri Lanka’s chase, despite falling at 55 on the scoreboard. The middle order, however, proved instrumental in maintaining momentum, with players like Vishmi Gunaratne and Harshitha Samarawickrama playing crucial roles. Samarawickrama’s 37 not out off 22 balls ensured Sri Lanka crossed the target with 2.2 overs to spare. Pakistan Women, despite a strong start, struggled to contain the Sri Lanka batting lineup. Muneeba Ali and Shawaal Zulfiqar led the innings with scores of 45 and 48 respectively, but their bowlers failed to curb the Sri Lanka attack. Pakistan’s bowlers, including offspinner Umm-e-Hani, managed to take two wickets, but the Sri Lanka team’s resilience proved too much.#chamari_athapaththu #pakistan_women #dambulla #sri_lanka_women_cricket_team #sanjana_kavindi
