Ton-up Fakhar Zaman powers Pakistan to tri-series triumph over Sri Lanka
Fakhar Zaman scored a century to lead Pakistan to a three-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in the ODI tri-series final in Lahore. This win marks Pakistan's first ODI tri-series title since 2008, following a high-scoring chase.
Why it matters
The victory is a significant milestone for Pakistan cricket, ending a long drought in tri-series tournament play.
Fakhar Zaman's superb century powered Pakistan to a three-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in the One-Day International tri-series final in Lahore on Saturday, ending the hosts' long wait for the title.Zaman's 127 off 99 balls anchored the chase after an early wobble, while Salman Agha provided crucial support before Arafat Minhas' half-century paved the way for victory.Pakistan chasing down a target of 326, finished on 331 with nine balls to spare to complete the joint-highest successful chase in an ODI final.Earlier, Sri Lanka posted a formidable 325 for eight wickets, built around Kamindu Mendis' outstanding 131 off 128 balls and a fluent 77 from Pavan Rathnayake.
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