Pakistan concluded their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 journey with a thrilling five-run victory over Sri Lanka. Despite posting a formidable total of 212/8, led by Sahibzada Farhan’s century and Fakhar Zaman’s brisk 84, Pakistan’s Net Run Rate kept them from advancing to the next stage.
In response, Sri Lanka, anchored by Captain Dasun Shanaka’s unbeaten 76, staged a valiant chase, falling just short of the target at 207/5. Although Pakistan emerged victorious, their failure to limit Sri Lanka to 147 runs resulted in their elimination from the tournament due to Net Run Rate considerations.
Sahibzada Farhan’s remarkable performance saw him become the second player after Chris Gayle to score two centuries in T20 World Cups. Farhan’s century in this match marked his second hundred in the current edition, setting a new milestone in T20 World Cup history.
