Salman century lifts Pakistan to narrow win over SL: 1st ODI (Rawalpindi)

In the 1st ODI at Rawalpindi, Pakistan clinched a tense 6-run victory over Sri Lanka to take a 1-0 lead in the series.

After being sent in to bat, Pakistan recovered from early trouble through a composed and fluent unbeaten 105 from Salman Agha, supported by Hussain Talat’s steady 62. Mohammad Nawaz added late fireworks with an unbeaten 36 from 23 balls, propelling Pakistan to a competitive 299/5.

Sri Lanka’s chase started brightly with Pathum Nissanka (29) and Kamil Mishara (38) adding 85 for the opening stand, but Haris Rauf’s fiery spell of 4 wickets dented their momentum. Wanindu Hasaranga fought bravely with a counterattacking 59 off 52 balls, yet Sri Lanka were restricted to 293/9 in their 50 overs — just short of the target.

Pakistan Batting: • Salman Agha 105* (87) • Hussain Talat 62 (63) • Mohammad Nawaz 36* (23) • Abdullah Shafique 27 (34) • Babar Azam 22 (30) • Fakhar Zaman 18 (25) Extras: 29 Total: 299/5 (50 ov)

Sri Lanka Batting: • Kamil Mishara 38 (47) • Pathum Nissanka 29 (41) • Sadeera Samarawickrama 41 (52) • Charith Asalanka 46 (58) • Wanindu Hasaranga 59 (52) • Dasun Shanaka 33 (36) Extras: 22 Total: 293/9 (50 ov)

Pakistan Bowling: Haris Rauf 4/58, Shaheen Afridi 2/54, Mohammad Nawaz 1/42. Sri Lanka Bowling: Dilshan Madushanka 2/63, Wanindu Hasaranga 1/52.

Nov 2025