Pakistan continued their cricketing dominance over Sri Lanka with a commanding 3-0 victory in the ODI series, marking their fourth consecutive series win against the island nation since 2015. The final match, held at Rawalpindi Stadium, saw Pakistan chase down a modest target of 212 with ease, finishing at 215-4 in 44.4 overs. Mohammad Rizwan’s unbeaten 61 and Fakhar Zaman’s 55 were pivotal in the chase, supported by a solid 42 not out from Hussain Talat. Earlier, Pakistan’s bowlers, led by Mohammad Wasim (3-47), Haris Rauf, and Faisal Akram, restricted Sri Lanka to a below-par total. Despite a brief resurgence from Sri Lanka’s leg-spinner Jeffrey Vandersay, who claimed three wickets, Pakistan’s batting depth proved insurmountable. The series, however, was marred by security concerns following a suicide bombing in Islamabad, which led to a one-day delay in the second ODI. Enhanced security measures ensured the completion of the series, with both teams now set to compete in a T20 tri-series alongside Zimbabwe starting November 18.
