Sri Lanka opted to field first in the second T20I against Pakistan at Rawalpindi, with the visitors aiming to hold the hosts to a low total in a crucial fixture. The hosts are captained by Sahibzada Farhan, who is taking charge of the national side in T20 internationals for the first time during this series.
Farhan and Maaz Sadaqat power Pakistan’s opening win
Pakistan beat Sri Lanka by four wickets in the first match at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on October 9, 2026. Sri Lanka had posted 182 for eight, and Pakistan reached the 183-run target in 18.5 overs.
Farhan top-scored with 89 off 53 balls, while Maaz Sadaqat added 50 from 29 deliveries. Farhan’s innings was his 11th T20I half-century, featuring 10 fours and four sixes. Maaz reached his fifty off 28 balls, hitting four boundaries and three sixes.
Pakistan hold a 1-0 lead in the series
The result gives Pakistan a 1-0 advantage in the three-match series. Both batters’ strong displays were central to that win over the visitors.
