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Pakistan beat Sri Lanka as Zaman’s century turns thrilling tri-series final

Al Jazeera October 31, 2026 11 views

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Fakhar Zaman’s century outdid Kamindu Mendis and propelled Pakistan to a three‑wicket win against Sri Lanka in the final of the tri‑series.

The match was the culmination of a tri‑series that saw Pakistan and Sri Lanka battle for the trophy. Zaman’s 100‑run innings proved to be the match‑defining performance, eclipsing the 100‑run effort by Sri Lanka’s Kamindu Mendis.

Pakistan’s victory by three wickets secured the championship for the team, giving them a decisive edge over their opponents.

The win marks a significant achievement for Pakistan in the series, adding another triumph to the nation’s cricketing record.

Pakistan is a cricket‑loving nation with a strong history in international tournaments, and the triumph in this final adds to its proud legacy.

<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>

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