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Salman’s century powers Pakistan to winning start

Published : Sunday, 18 October, 2026 at 11:18 PM

Observer Online Report

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Pakistan began their ODI tri-nation series campaign on a winning note, defeating Sri Lanka by 37 runs at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Sunday.

Batting first, Pakistan were bowled out for 305 in 49.5 overs, with Salman Ali Agha leading the charge with a superb 107 off 90 balls. Babar Azam provided valuable support with 45 runs, while Sri Lanka’s Eshan Malinga claimed four wickets to restrict Pakistan’s total.

Chasing 306 for victory, Sri Lanka fought back through Pavan Rathnayake’s 79 and Janith Liyanage’s 60. However, Pakistan’s bowling attack kept the pressure on and dismissed the visitors for 268 in 48.1 overs. Shaheen Shah Afridi took three wickets, while Naseem Shah picked up two to seal Pakistan’s 37-run victory and give them an encouraging start to the tournament.

-AH

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