Summary:
Sri Lanka secured a thrilling six-run victory over Pakistan to reach the T20 tri-series final, thanks to Dushmantha Chameera’s heroics. Kamil Mishara’s 76 set up Sri Lanka’s 184 for 5, before Chameera’s 4-20 defended the total against a resilient Pakistan, culminating in a dramatic final over.
Brilliant Chameera Secures Sri Lanka’s Final Berth
RAWALPINDI – Brilliant Chameera sealed a thrilling six-run win for Sri Lanka against Pakistan in the T20 tri-series at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Thursday night, propelling them into the Saturday final. Sri Lanka had earlier posted an imposing 184 for 5, with Kamil Mishara smashing 76 off 48 balls, ably supported by Kusal Mendis’s 40.
Pakistan’s chase began shakily, largely due to Brilliant Chameera’s early impact. He removed Sahibzada Farhan (9) and captain Babar Azam (0) in the fourth over, triggering a top-order collapse that left Pakistan at 43 for 4. Eshan Malinga also claimed a crucial wicket.
Brilliant Chameera’s Final Over Heroics
Despite a resilient unbeaten 63 from captain Salman Ali Agha and a quick 27 by Mohammad Nawaz, Pakistan needed 10 runs off the final over. Dushmantha Chameera, displaying exceptional composure, delivered a barrage of pinpoint yorkers. He conceded only three runs and snared a wicket, defending the total and stunning the packed crowd, as reported by SindhNews.com. His final figures were a match-winning 4-20.
Sri Lanka’s hard-fought triumph ensures their place in the tri-series final, marked by Chameera’s decisive performance and a superb team effort in defending a competitive total.