In a one-sided contest at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Pakistan completely outclassed Sri Lanka in the SL vs PAK 1st T20I 2026 by six wickets,ย asย the Salman Ali Agha-led sideย tookย a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Chasing 129, Pakistan Sahibzada Farhan scored a brisk 36-ball 51, with contributions from Saim Ayub (24*) and Shadab Khan (18*) as the visitors reached the finish line without much hassle despite a collapse in the later stages of the innings. Wanindu Hasaranga shone with the ball, finishing with figures of 1 for 17. Earlier, Sri Lanka were bundled out for 128 as Salman Mirza and Abrar Ahmed rocked the hosts' batting lineup, claiming three wickets each. Janith Liyanage top-scored with 40 off 31, while others failed to convert starts into big scores.ย  The SL vs PAK 2nd T20I 2026 will be played on January 9 in Dambulla.ย Where to Watch Sri Lanka vs Pakistan 2026 T20I Live Streaming.

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