Here’s a summary of the Pakistan vs. Sri Lanka T20I series in 2017:
1st T20I (Abu Dhabi, October 26, 2017):
- Pakistan won the 1st T20I against Sri Lanka by 7 wickets.
- Sri Lanka batted first and scored 102 runs in 18.3 overs.
- Hasan Ali was Pakistan’s key bowler, taking three wickets for 23 runs.
- Pakistan successfully chased the target in 17.2 overs, with Shoaib Malik being the top scorer with 42 runs.
- Usman Khan was named the player of the match.
2nd T20I (Abu Dhabi, October 27, 2017):
- Pakistan won the 2nd T20I against Sri Lanka by two wickets.
- Sri Lanka posted 124/9 in their 20 overs.
- Faheem Ashraf was the standout bowler for Pakistan, taking three wickets for 16 runs.
- Pakistan achieved the target with one ball to spare, with Shadab Khan playing a crucial role in the chase.
- Shadab Khan was named the player of the match.
3rd T20I (Lahore, October 29, 2017):
- The 3rd and final T20I was a historic match played in Lahore, marking the return of international cricket to Pakistan.
- Pakistan emerged victorious by 36 runs, completing a series whitewash with a 3-0 margin.
- Pakistan scored 180 runs in their 20 overs, with Shoaib Malik being the top scorer with 51 runs.
- Sri Lanka’s target was 181 runs, but they managed to score 144 runs in 20 overs.
- Mohammad Amir was Pakistan’s star bowler, taking 4 wickets for just 13 runs.
- Shoaib Malik was named the player of the match and the player of the series for his outstanding performance throughout the series.
This series was significant not only for Pakistan’s victory but also for bringing international cricket back to Pakistan after several years. It was a moment of joy and celebration for Pakistani cricket fans.
