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Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, Super Four - Match 5 Commentary, Live Updates

PAK vs SL, 2023 - ODI Live Commentary

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Match Ended   
252/7 (42.0/42)
252/8 (42.0/42)
Sri Lanka beat Pakistan by 2 wickets (D/L method)
Right then, that is it from this humdinger of a contest. The game went down on the wire and it will be the Lankans who will play the finals against India. We though have a game between India and Bangladesh before the finals on Friday, the 15th of September. The game will begin at 3 pm IST (9.30 am GMT). Do join us a bit early for the build up as well. Until then, take care, and cheers!
Kusal Mendis is the Player of the Match for his excellent knock. He says that he is unhappy that he couldn't complete his hundred but he is happy to be in the finals. Adds that everyone played really well and contributed to this victory. He says that their bowling unit performed really well and ends by saying that their side has ODI experience and they are happy with the support of the crowd.
Dasun Shanaka the skipper of Sri Lanka says that they had the game under control but losing of wickets cost them in the later part. He adds that they had a good discussion about how they lost quick wickets against India and they learned from their mistakes. He ends by saying that Kusal Mendis is a brilliant batter and he is really happy to be in the finals again.
Babar Azam the skipper of Pakistan says that they went with Shaheen Afridi as they decided to bowl with their best bowlers. Adds that in the end they went with Zaman Khan but unfortunately the game didn't go their way. He says that they were not good with their batting and fielding and that is the reason they lost the game. Ends by saying that they didn't do well in the middle overs and that's thy they lost the game.
Charith Asalanka the man of the moment is in for a quick chat. He says that for the final ball, he was just finding the gap and he told Matheesha Pathirana to run hard. He adds that Sadeera Samarawickrama and Kusal Mendis batted really well and he was happy to contribute. Ends by saying that he can rank this innings at the second place in his books.
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Earlier in the game, Pakistan were off to a shaky start but the Rizwan-Iftikhar stitched up a partnership of 108 runs and made their side reach a commendable total. For Sri Lanka, they started off well and had Pakistan under pressure but Mohammad Rizwan's knock cost them and they ended up with 252 runs to chase in 42 overs rain-curtailed game.
Pakistan, really missed the likes of Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah. Shaheen Afridi along with Zaman Khan and Wasim were quite expensive at the start. The spinners too could not apply the breaks in the middle overs and hence, Pakistan kept chasing the game. Iftikhar Ahmed though was brilliant with the ball. His spell is what gave his side some sort of belief. Shaheen Afridi then came back strongly towards the end. He picked up two wickets in the second last over. Zaman, the debutant, bowled his heart out, he had 7 to defend but failed to do so. What a game of cricket in the end but have to say Sri Lanka deserved to win.
Sadeera Samarawickrama fell but Kusal Mendis continued. He was on course for a well-deserved ton before he fell 9 short. Once he fell, the chase still seemed under control. However, wickets right towards the end, some careless batting saw the equaltion come down to 8 needed in the last over with Charith Asalanka the only recognized batter out there. He though, batted brilliantly and scored won the game on the very last ball.
Charith Asalanka, the man with nerves of steel! What an oustanding knock that was! Take a bow, with so much on stake in this one, it came down to 6 needed from the last two balls and it was Charith Asalanka who has taken his side over the line and into the finals. The defending champions will have a chance to retain the Asia Cup against India. However, this game should have ever come this close. It was Sri lanka all the way in the second innings. The openers got them off to a flier but then came the stand which took the game away from Pakistan. Both Kusal Mendis and Sadeera Samarawickrama batted brilliantly to add over 100 and turned the tide completely into their favor.
End Of The Over 42 : 252/8
8 Runs
  • 1 LB 41.1
  • 041.2
  • 141.3
  • W 41.4
  • 441.5
  • 241.6
C. Asalanka
49 (47)
M. Pathirana
0 (0)
Z. Khan
6-1-39-0
41.6
2
Zaman Khan To Charith Asalanka
My oh my! Unbelievable scenes here! It will be the home side who will be in the finals against India! Full and on middle, Charith Asalanka flicks it to deep square leg for a brace. Sri Lanka beat Pakistan by 2 wickets!
41.5
4
Zaman Khan To Charith Asalanka
FOUR! Streaky but they are much more worth it at this point in the game. On a length and on off, Charith Asalanka looks to loft it but gets a thick outside edge. It races away between the keeper and flying slip for a boundary. 2 needed from the final ball here. This game just couldn't get any better here!
Matheesha Pathirana walks in.
41.4
W
Zaman Khan To Pramod Madushan OUT!
OUT! RUN OUT! Fuller one, on off, Pramod Madushan looks to loft it but misses. Charith Asalanka runs anyway to get on strike. Mohammad Rizwan throws it to Zaman Khan who makes a direct hit and Pramod Madushan was way off his crease. He has to depart!
41.3
1
Zaman Khan To Charith Asalanka
A slower one, on off, Charith Asalanka looks to loft it but gets an inside edge onto his pads. They cross. 6 needed off last 3 balls here.
41.2
0
Zaman Khan To Charith Asalanka
Full and outside off, Charith Asalanka looks to loft it but misses. A much-needed dot ball for Pakistan!
41.1
lb
Zaman Khan To Pramod Madushan
Lands it down leg, Pramod Madushan looks to paddle it but gets a hit on his thigh. An appeal but turned down. Pakistan go upstairs. The replay shows that it was missing leg and the onfield decision stands NOT OUT! They cross for a leg bye.
End Of The Over 41 : 244/7
4 Runs
  • 240.1
  • 140.2
  • 040.3
  • W 40.4
  • W 40.5
  • 140.6
P. Madushan
1 (1)
C. Asalanka
42 (43)
S. Afridi
9-0-52-2
40.6
1
Shaheen Afridi To Pramod Madushan
On a length and on off, Pramod Madushan knocks it to long on for one. No hat-trick for Shaheen Afridi!
Pramod Madushan walks in next. Shaheen Afridi on hat-trick!
40.5
W
Shaheen Afridi To Dunith Wellalage OUT!
OUT! TAKEN! Two in two for Shaheen Afridi! On a hard length and outside off, it shapes away a shade, Dunith Wellalage looks to loft it but misses it completely. Gets a thick outside edge and Mohammad Rizwan behind the sticks completes the catch. What a game we are witnessing out here!
Dunith Wellalage walks in.
40.4
W
Shaheen Afridi To Dhananjaya de Silva OUT!
OUT! TAKEN! A full toss, on off, Dhananjaya de Silva lofts it towards long on but doesn't get the elevation on it. Mohammad Wasim runs to his right and takes a great catch near the ropes. The umpire checks for a possible no ball. All fine as the ball was below the waist and Dhananjaya de Silva has to depart!
40.3
0
Shaheen Afridi To Dhananjaya de Silva
Dot! Too full, on off, Dhananjaya de Silva blocks it back. Pakistan are not giving up here!
40.2
1
Shaheen Afridi To Charith Asalanka
A yorker, just outside off, Charith Asalanka digs this to covers for one. Sri Lanka are edging closer and closer to another final...
40.1
2
Shaheen Afridi To Charith Asalanka
Two runs! Fuller one, on off, Charith Asalanka pushes it to deep extra covers for a brace. Excellent running between the wickets!
End Of The Over 40 : 240/5
8 Runs
  • 139.1
  • 239.2
  • 039.3
  • 039.4
  • 439.5
  • 139.6
C. Asalanka
39 (41)
de Silva
5 (5)
Z. Khan
5-1-32-0
39.6
1
Zaman Khan To Charith Asalanka
Full, on middle, Charith Asalanka flicks this towards square leg for one. 12 needed off 12 now! This could go either way...
39.5
4
Zaman Khan To Charith Asalanka
FOUR! A much-needed boundary for the Lankans! Full, on off, Charith Asalanka lofts it over mid off as the ball finds the fence. The crowd is all pumped up now!
39.4
0
Zaman Khan To Charith Asalanka
Another dot! He gets away with this. A low full toss, Charith Asalanka flicks it towards the fielder at mid-wicket.
39.3
0
Zaman Khan To Charith Asalanka
Dot! A wide yorker, Charith Asalanka looks to play at it but misses.
39.2
2
Zaman Khan To Charith Asalanka
Touch short, on off, Charith Asalanka pulls it away towards deep mid-wicket for a brace.
39.1
1
Zaman Khan To Dhananjaya de Silva
A yorker, on middle, Dhananjaya de Silva digs it to the on side for a single.
End Of The Over 39 : 232/5
8 Runs
  • 138.1
  • 138.2
  • 438.3
  • 038.4
  • 138.5
  • 138.6
de Silva
4 (4)
C. Asalanka
32 (36)
S. Afridi
8-0-48-0
38.6
1
Shaheen Afridi To Dhananjaya de Silva
Another single! Lands it outside off, Dhananjaya de Silva looks to cut it but gets an inside edge towards the left of the keeper. They collect a quick single. 20 needed off 18 now!
38.5
1
Shaheen Afridi To Charith Asalanka
Another yorker, just outside off, Charith Asalanka digs it to third man for one.
38.4
0
Shaheen Afridi To Charith Asalanka
A yorker right in the blockhole, Charith Asalanka digs it back to the bowler.
38.3
4
Shaheen Afridi To Charith Asalanka
FOUR! This will ease off some pressure! Fuller one, on off, Charith Asalanka lofts it just over the mid off fielder as the ball races away.
38.2
1
Shaheen Afridi To Dhananjaya de Silva
On a length and on off, Dhananjaya de Silva cuts it to deep backward point for one.
38.1
1
Shaheen Afridi To Charith Asalanka
Good length, on off, Charith Asalanka taps it to covers for one.
End Of The Over 38 : 224/5
5 Runs
  • 037.1
  • 237.2
  • 137.3
  • W 37.4
  • 037.5
  • 237.6
de Silva
2 (2)
C. Asalanka
26 (32)
I. Ahmed
8-0-50-3
37.6
2
Iftikhar Ahmed To Dhananjaya de Silva
Lands it on off, Dhananjaya de Silva sweeps it towards deep square leg for a brace. 28 needed off 24 now!
37.5
0
Iftikhar Ahmed To Dhananjaya de Silva
Too full, on off, Dhananjaya de Silva blocks it back.
37.4
W
Iftikhar Ahmed To Dasun Shanaka OUT!
OUT! TAKEN! Is there a twist in the tale? Fuller one, pace off. Dasun Shanaka looks to slog it, it goes off the inside half of the bat towards deep mid-wicket. Mohammad Nawaz runs forward and takes an excellent diving catch forward. Game on for Pakistan now! Dhananjaya de Silva is the new batter in.
37.3
1
Iftikhar Ahmed To Charith Asalanka
Sways it on off, Charith Asalanka dabs it to covers for one.
37.2
2
Iftikhar Ahmed To Charith Asalanka
Bowls it on off, Charith Asalanka flicks it to mid-wicket for a brace. Excellent running between the wickets.
37.1
0
Iftikhar Ahmed To Charith Asalanka
Lands it on off, pace off. Charith Asalanka eases it to short covers.
End Of The Over 37 : 219/4
3 Runs
  • 036.1
  • 236.2
  • 036.3
  • 036.4
  • 1 LB 36.5
  • 036.6
D. Shanaka
2 (3)
C. Asalanka
23 (29)
S. Afridi
7-0-40-0
36.6
0
Shaheen Afridi To Dasun Shanaka
Good over for Pakistan! Full, on leg, Dasun Shanaka blocks it to short mid-wicket. 33 needed off the remaining 5 overs now!
36.5
lb
Shaheen Afridi To Charith Asalanka
Lands it down leg, a low full toss, Charith Asalanka looks to flick it but gets a hit on his pads as the ball rolls towards short fine. They collect a leg bye.
36.4
0
Shaheen Afridi To Charith Asalanka
Touch short, angling in, Charith Asalanka eases it to point. Another dot.
36.3
0
Shaheen Afridi To Charith Asalanka
Full, on off, Charith Asalanka blocks it to short covers.
Slight halt! Abdullah Shafique is suffering with some cramps and the physio is out in the middle to have a check.
36.2
2
Shaheen Afridi To Charith Asalanka
Bonus runs! Touch short and on off, Charith Asalanka taps it to short third. An overthrow allows the batters to collect two.
36.1
0
Shaheen Afridi To Charith Asalanka
Fuller one, outside off, Charith Asalanka dabs it to the fielder at covers.
End Of The Over 36 : 216/4
6 Runs
  • W 35.1
  • 135.2
  • 135.3
  • 135.4
  • 235.5
  • 135.6
C. Asalanka
21 (24)
D. Shanaka
2 (2)
I. Ahmed
7-0-45-2
35.6
1
Iftikhar Ahmed To Charith Asalanka
Brilliant fielding! Pakistan not letting it easy! Outside off, this is cut towards point. The fielder dives and saves three for his side.
35.5
2
Iftikhar Ahmed To Charith Asalanka
Two! Dasun Shanaka had to rush in the end! On middle, this is pulled wide of long on for two.
35.4
1
Iftikhar Ahmed To Dasun Shanaka
Confusion but a run in the end! On off, Dasun Shanaka looks to defend but it goes off the outer half towards point. Charith Asalanka calls for a run, Dasun Shanaka is late to take off but the misfield from Zaman Khan means it is an easy run.
35.3
1
Iftikhar Ahmed To Charith Asalanka
On middle, this is pushed down to long on for one.
35.2
1
Iftikhar Ahmed To Dasun Shanaka
On middle, this is worked down to fine leg for one.
The skipper, Dasun Shanaka walks in.
35.1
W
Iftikhar Ahmed To Kusal Mendis OUT!
OUT! TAKEN! That is a wonderful catch and the big wicket of Kusal Mendis is taken. Is it too late? Has his knock won his side the game? We will know but for now, Pakistan will believe. 42 needed in 41. On middle, Kusal Mendis looks to flick but this one holds in the surface. He closes the face of the bat early, it goes off the leading edge. Mohammad Haris at covers, runs forward, dives and takes it inches above the ground. They go upstairs to check but replays show that it is clean. Mendis deserved a ton but he has batted brilliantly.
End Of The Over 35 : 210/3
2 Runs
  • 034.1
  • 134.2
  • 034.3
  • 134.4
  • 034.5
  • 034.6
C. Asalanka
17 (21)
K. Mendis
91 (86)
S. Khan
9-0-55-1
34.6
0
Shadab Khan To Charith Asalanka
Shorter and outside off, Charith Asalanka looks to cut but misses.
34.5
0
Shadab Khan To Charith Asalanka
On middle, kept out.
34.4
1
Shadab Khan To Kusal Mendis
On middle, this is pushed towards long on for one.
34.3
0
Shadab Khan To Kusal Mendis
Tossed up on off, this is pushed to the left of the bowler who dives and stops it.
34.2
1
Shadab Khan To Charith Asalanka
On middle, this is pushed down to long on for one.
34.1
0
Shadab Khan To Charith Asalanka
On middle, defended.
End Of The Over 34 : 208/3
12 Runs
  • 133.1
  • 233.2
  • 133.3
  • 133.4
  • 133.5
  • 633.6
K. Mendis
90 (84)
C. Asalanka
16 (17)
I. Ahmed
6-0-39-1
33.6
6
Iftikhar Ahmed To Kusal Mendis
SIX! Lanka on the charge! Out comes the slog sweep and it is nailed, it sails over the mid-wicket fence.
33.5
1
Iftikhar Ahmed To Charith Asalanka
Shorter and outside off, this is pushed through covers for one.
33.4
1
Iftikhar Ahmed To Kusal Mendis
On off, this is eased down to long off for one.
33.3
1
Iftikhar Ahmed To Charith Asalanka
On off, this is pushed down to long off for one.
33.2
2
Iftikhar Ahmed To Charith Asalanka
On middle, this is dragged over mid-wicket. Three taken.
33.1
1
Iftikhar Ahmed To Kusal Mendis
On middle, this is worked through square leg for one.
End Of The Over 33 : 196/3
2 Runs
  • 132.1
  • 032.2
  • 132.3
  • 032.4
  • 032.5
  • 032.6
C. Asalanka
12 (14)
K. Mendis
82 (81)
S. Khan
8-0-53-1
32.6
0
Shadab Khan To Charith Asalanka
Three dots to end! On middle, Charith Asalanka looks to defend but this goes off the inner half on the leg side.
32.5
0
Shadab Khan To Charith Asalanka
On the pads, this is worked to mid-wicket.
32.4
0
Shadab Khan To Charith Asalanka
Tossed up on off, blocked.
32.3
1
Shadab Khan To Kusal Mendis
Outside off, this is guided through point for one.
32.2
0
Shadab Khan To Kusal Mendis
Around off, defended.
32.1
1
Shadab Khan To Charith Asalanka
Shortish and on off, this is pushed through covers for one more.
End Of The Over 32 : 194/3
7 Runs
  • 031.1
  • 031.2
  • 631.3
  • 031.4
  • 031.5
  • 131.6
C. Asalanka
11 (10)
K. Mendis
81 (79)
I. Ahmed
5-0-27-1
31.6
1
Iftikhar Ahmed To Charith Asalanka
Around off, this is pushed towards cover for one.
31.5
0
Iftikhar Ahmed To Charith Asalanka
On middle, kept out.
31.4
0
Iftikhar Ahmed To Charith Asalanka
DROPPED! Or was it? The reaction of the players does say so. Outside off, Charith Asalanka looks to cut but it goes off the outside edge but the keeper does not take it. The replay later confirms that there was an edge!
31.3
6
Iftikhar Ahmed To Charith Asalanka
SIX! BANG! Trademark Charith Asalanka! On middle and out comes the slog sweep, this is nailed over the mid-wicket fence for a biggie.
31.2
0
Iftikhar Ahmed To Charith Asalanka
On off, this is pushed back to the bowler.
31.1
0
Iftikhar Ahmed To Charith Asalanka
Sent back in time! On off, this is played towards point. Mendis wanted a run but is sent back in time.
End Of The Over 31 : 187/3
8 Runs
  • 130.1
  • 030.2
  • 230.3
  • 130.4
  • 030.5
  • 430.6
K. Mendis
81 (79)
C. Asalanka
4 (4)
Z. Khan
4-1-24-0
30.6
4
Zaman Khan To Kusal Mendis
FOUR! Glorious! That is some timing! Shorter and outside off, this is guided past point and this one races away to the fence.
30.5
0
Zaman Khan To Kusal Mendis
On middle, this is worked to mid-wicket.
30.4
1
Zaman Khan To Charith Asalanka
Short and on the body, this is pulled down to fine leg for one.
30.3
2
Zaman Khan To Charith Asalanka
On the pads, this is clipped through square leg for two.
30.2
0
Zaman Khan To Charith Asalanka
Around off, this is pushed to covers.
30.1
1
Zaman Khan To Kusal Mendis
A low full toss on middle, this is hit wide of deep square leg but only one.
End Of The Over 30 : 179/3
4 Runs
  • 029.1
  • 029.2
  • 229.3
  • W 29.4
  • 129.5
  • 129.6
K. Mendis
76 (76)
C. Asalanka
1 (1)
I. Ahmed
4-0-20-1
29.6
1
Iftikhar Ahmed To Kusal Mendis
Touch short and on off, Kusal Mendis guides it to short third for one.
29.5
1
Iftikhar Ahmed To Charith Asalanka
Full, on leg, Charith Asalanka flicks it to short mid-wicket and calls for a quick single. The fielder has a shy at the batter's end but misses. A direct hit would have been a goner.
Charith Asalanka is the new batter.
29.4
W
Iftikhar Ahmed To Sadeera Samarawickrama OUT!
OUT! STUMPED! That is the wicket Pakistan needed and the partnership is finally broken! Full, on off, it turns away, Sadeera Samarawickrama moves forward to play at it but gets beaten. Mohammad Rizwan behind the sticks pouches the ball and does the rest. Sadeera Samarawickrama makes his way after a fine knock.
29.3
2
Iftikhar Ahmed To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Lands it on off, Sadeera Samarawickrama heaves it over mid-wicket for a brace. Good work in the deep.
29.2
0
Iftikhar Ahmed To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Fuller one, on off, Sadeera Samarawickrama knocks it to mid on. Dot.
29.1
0
Iftikhar Ahmed To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Slower one, on off, Sadeera Samarawickrama taps it to the fielder at point.
Drinks! Sri Lanka are completely in control of the game as of now with Sadeera Samarawickrama and Kusal Mendis stitching up a partnership close to hundred runs. They will look to carry on with the same momentum and keep it simple. Pakistan are under pressure at the moment and they need some quick wickets if they are to claw their way back into the game. Let's see how the game pans out...
End Of The Over 29 : 175/2
8 Runs
  • 028.1
  • 228.2
  • 128.3
  • 428.4
  • 128.5
  • 028.6
K. Mendis
75 (75)
S. Samarawickrama
46 (47)
S. Khan
7-0-51-1
28.6
0
Shadab Khan To Kusal Mendis
A low full toss, Kusal Mendis flicks it to the fielder at square leg.
28.5
1
Shadab Khan To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Full, on middle, Sadeera Samarawickrama flicks it to mid-wicket for a quick single.
28.4
4
Shadab Khan To Sadeera Samarawickrama
FOUR! Excellent from Sadeera Samarawickrama! Touch short and on middle, Sadeera Samarawickrama moves forward and heaves it over mid-wicket for a boundary!
28.3
1
Shadab Khan To Kusal Mendis
Touch short and on middle, Kusal Mendis flicks it to mid-wicket for one.
28.2
2
Shadab Khan To Kusal Mendis
A low full toss, Kusal Mendis flicks it through mid-wicket for a brace. Good fielding in the deep.
28.1
0
Shadab Khan To Kusal Mendis
Full, angling in, Kusal Mendis blocks it forward.
Slight halt! Sadeera Samarawickrama has got a hit on his helmet. The physio runs in the middle for the mandatory concussion test. He looks fine now and we are good to go.
End Of The Over 28 : 167/2
7 Runs
  • 1 WD 27.1
  • 127.1
  • 027.2
  • 427.3
  • 127.4
  • 027.5
  • 027.6
S. Samarawickrama
41 (45)
K. Mendis
72 (71)
S. Afridi
6-0-38-0
27.6
0
Shaheen Afridi To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Short and on middle, Sadeera Samarawickrama looks to pull it but gets a blow on his helmet!
27.5
0
Shaheen Afridi To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Too full, on off, this is driven straight towards the fielder at mid off.
27.4
1
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Mendis
Short and down leg, Kusal Mendis looks to pull it but gets a bottom edge. It rolls towards short fine as the batters collect one.
27.3
4
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Mendis
FOUR! Kusal Mendis is playing a winning knock here! Full, on off, Kusal Mendis pushes it straight down the ground as the ball races away from the fence.
27.2
0
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Mendis
Good length, on middle, Kusal Mendis blocks it back.
27.1
1
Shaheen Afridi To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Touch short and on middle, Sadeera Samarawickrama guides it to short third for one.
27.1
wd
Shaheen Afridi To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Wide! Bowls it short and down leg, Sadeera Samarawickrama lets it go.
End Of The Over 27 : 160/2
6 Runs
  • 026.1
  • 126.2
  • 126.3
  • 326.4
  • 026.5
  • 126.6
S. Samarawickrama
40 (42)
K. Mendis
67 (68)
S. Khan
6-0-43-1
26.6
1
Shadab Khan To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Lands it on off, Sadeera Samarawickrama cuts it to deep covers for one.
26.5
0
Shadab Khan To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Bowls it on off, Sadeera Samarawickrama taps it to the fielder at point.
26.4
3
Shadab Khan To Kusal Mendis
Three! Short and wide, Kusal Mendis cuts it through point. A misfield but another fielder chases it and just stops it before the ropes. They collect three.
26.3
1
Shadab Khan To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Another single as Sadeera Samarawickrama drives a fuller ball towards mid off.
26.2
1
Shadab Khan To Kusal Mendis
Touch short and on off, Kusal Perera flicks it to mid-wicket for one.
26.1
0
Shadab Khan To Kusal Mendis
Bowls it on off, Kusal Mendis blocks it to short covers.
End Of The Over 26 : 154/2
5 Runs
  • 025.1
  • 025.2
  • 125.3
  • 225.4
  • 125.5
  • 125.6
K. Mendis
63 (65)
S. Samarawickrama
38 (39)
S. Afridi
5-0-31-0
25.6
1
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Mendis
Too full, on middle, Kusal Mendis turns it to square leg for one.
25.5
1
Shaheen Afridi To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Full, on off, Sadeera Samarawickrama drives it to covers for one.
25.4
2
Shaheen Afridi To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Oh that was close! On a length and on off, Sadeera Samarawickrama looks to play at it but gets an inside edge towards short fine leg for a brace.
25.3
1
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Mendis
Good length, angling in, Kusal Mendis guides it to short third for one.
25.2
0
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Mendis
Goes fuller this time, Kusal Mendis blocks it to short covers.
25.1
0
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Mendis
Around the wicket. On a length and on middle, Kusal Mendis blocks it back.
End Of The Over 25 : 149/2
4 Runs
  • 224.1
  • 024.2
  • 124.3
  • 024.4
  • 124.5
  • 024.6
S. Samarawickrama
35 (37)
K. Mendis
61 (61)
M. Nawaz
7-0-26-0
24.6
0
Mohammad Nawaz To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Touch short and on middle, Sadeera Samarawickrama cuts it very late towards point for one.
24.5
1
Mohammad Nawaz To Kusal Mendis
Errs it down leg, Kusal Mendis almost drags it on the leg pole. It rolls behind the keeper as they collect a single.
24.4
0
Mohammad Nawaz To Kusal Mendis
Lands it on off, Kusal Mendis blocks it to mid off.
24.3
1
Mohammad Nawaz To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Short again, on middle, Sadeera Samarawickrama taps it to mid on for one.
24.2
0
Mohammad Nawaz To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Short and wide, Sadeera Samarawickrama blocks it to point.
24.1
2
Mohammad Nawaz To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Lands it on middle, Sadeera Samarawickrama moves forward and flicks it to deep square leg for a brace.
End Of The Over 24 : 145/2
6 Runs
  • 123.1
  • 123.2
  • 023.3
  • 023.4
  • 423.5
  • 023.6
K. Mendis
60 (59)
S. Samarawickrama
32 (33)
I. Ahmed
3-0-16-0
23.6
0
Iftikhar Ahmed To Kusal Mendis
Lands it on middle, Kusal Mendis blocks it to mid on.
23.5
4
Iftikhar Ahmed To Kusal Mendis
FOUR! Excellent timing from Kusal Mendis! Short and wide, Kusal Mendis times it perfectly through covers for a boundary!
23.4
0
Iftikhar Ahmed To Kusal Mendis
Full, on leg, Kusal Mendis blocks it to square leg.
23.3
0
Iftikhar Ahmed To Kusal Mendis
Slower one, on off, Kusal Mendis blocks it to mid on.
23.2
1
Iftikhar Ahmed To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Errs it down leg, Sadeera Samarawickrama helps it fine for one more.
23.1
1
Iftikhar Ahmed To Kusal Mendis
Bowls it on off, pace off. Kusal Mendis punches it uppishly towards mid on for one.
End Of The Over 23 : 139/2
5 Runs
  • 122.1
  • 022.2
  • 122.3
  • 022.4
  • 222.5
  • 122.6
K. Mendis
55 (54)
S. Samarawickrama
31 (32)
M. Nawaz
6-0-22-0
22.6
1
Mohammad Nawaz To Kusal Mendis
Bowls it on middle, Kusal Mendis tucks it to square leg for one.
22.5
2
Mohammad Nawaz To Kusal Mendis
Full, on off, Kusal Mendis flicks it to mid-wicket for a brace.
22.4
0
Mohammad Nawaz To Kusal Mendis
Lands it on off again, Kusal Mendis blocks it to mid off.
22.3
1
Mohammad Nawaz To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Full, on off, Sadeera Samarawickrama looks to flick it but miscues it to point for one.
22.2
0
Mohammad Nawaz To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Short an just outside off, some turn as well, Sadeera Samarawickrama leaves it at the very end.
22.1
1
Mohammad Nawaz To Kusal Mendis
Bowls it outside off, Kusal Mendis cuts it to deep point for a single.
End Of The Over 22 : 134/2
2 Runs
  • 021.1
  • 021.2
  • 021.3
  • 121.4
  • 021.5
  • 121.6
K. Mendis
51 (50)
S. Samarawickrama
30 (30)
I. Ahmed
2-0-10-0
21.6
1
Iftikhar Ahmed To Kusal Mendis
Lands it on middle, Kusal Mendis turns it to square leg for one.
21.5
0
Iftikhar Ahmed To Kusal Mendis
Bowls it on off, Kusal Mendis blocks it back.
21.4
1
Iftikhar Ahmed To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Lands it on off, Sadeera Samarawickrama flicks it to square leg for one.
21.3
0
Iftikhar Ahmed To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Full, on off, Sadeera Samarawickrama defends it to mid on. Three dots now.
21.2
0
Iftikhar Ahmed To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Bowls it on off, Sadeera Samarawickrama blocks it solidly.
21.1
0
Iftikhar Ahmed To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Lands it outside off, Sadeera Samarawickrama looks to play at it but misses.
End Of The Over 21 : 132/2
8 Runs
  • 220.1
  • 120.2
  • 120.3
  • 1 WD 20.4
  • 120.4
  • 220.5
  • 020.6
K. Mendis
50 (48)
S. Samarawickrama
29 (26)
M. Wasim
3-0-25-0
20.6
0
Mohammad Wasim To Kusal Mendis
Fuller one, on middle, Kusal Mendis blocks it to mid on.
20.5
2
Mohammad Wasim To Kusal Mendis
Fifty up for Kusal Mendis! On a length and on off, Kusal Mendis cuts it to deep backward point for a brace. What a knock in this important game!
20.4
1
Mohammad Wasim To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Good length, on off, Sadeera Samarawickrama drives it to deep covers for one.
20.4
wd
Mohammad Wasim To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Wide! A wayward bouncer, Sadeera Samarawickrama lets it go. Wided.
20.3
1
Mohammad Wasim To Kusal Mendis
Lands it outside off, Kusal Mendis steers it to backward point for one.
20.2
1
Mohammad Wasim To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Too full, on middle, Sadeera Samarawickrama knocks it to mid on for one.Fifty partnership up between this duo now!
20.1
2
Mohammad Wasim To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Short and on off, Sadeera Samarawickrama pulls it to deep mid-wicket for a couple of runs.
End Of The Over 20 : 124/2
8 Runs
  • 119.1
  • 119.2
  • 219.3
  • 119.4
  • 119.5
  • 219.6
K. Mendis
47 (45)
S. Samarawickrama
25 (23)
I. Ahmed
1-0-8-0
19.6
2
Iftikhar Ahmed To Kusal Mendis
Two more! Another productive over for the home side. Shorter and on the body, this is pulled down towards backward square leg for two. 128 needed in 132.
19.5
1
Iftikhar Ahmed To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Another easy single! On off, this is pushed through covers for oe.
19.4
1
Iftikhar Ahmed To Kusal Mendis
Flatter and on middle, this is pushed down to long on for one.
19.3
2
Iftikhar Ahmed To Kusal Mendis
Two! Excellent placement! Shorter and on middle, this is pulled through mid-wicket for two.
19.2
1
Iftikhar Ahmed To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Around off, this is nudged on the leg side for one.
19.1
1
Iftikhar Ahmed To Kusal Mendis
On middle, this is worked through square leg for one.
End Of The Over 19 : 116/2
5 Runs
  • 118.1
  • 1 B 18.2
  • 118.3
  • 018.4
  • 118.5
  • 118.6
K. Mendis
41 (41)
S. Samarawickrama
23 (21)
M. Wasim
2-0-17-0
18.6
1
Mohammad Wasim To Kusal Mendis
Another quick run! Sensible batting is all they need at the moment. On middle, this is pushed towards mid on for one.
18.5
1
Mohammad Wasim To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Quick run! On middle, this is worked towards mid on.
18.4
0
Mohammad Wasim To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Good length and on off, this is pushed to cover.
18.3
1
Mohammad Wasim To Kusal Mendis
Shorter and on the body, this is pulled down to fine leg for one.
18.2
b
Mohammad Wasim To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Excellent running! Pakistan under pressure! Shorter and outside off, Sadeera Samarawickrama looks to cut but misses. It bounces in front of Mohammad Rizwan who fails to stop it cleanly. A bye taken.
18.1
1
Mohammad Wasim To Kusal Mendis
Nicely timed! On the pads, this is worked through square leg for one.
End Of The Over 18 : 111/2
14 Runs
  • 417.1
  • 117.2
  • 017.3
  • 417.4
  • 117.5
  • 417.6
S. Samarawickrama
22 (18)
K. Mendis
38 (38)
S. Khan
5-0-37-1
17.6
4
Shadab Khan To Sadeera Samarawickrama
FOUR! Cut away again! Third boundary in the over. Just the 141 needed in 144 now! Outside off, shorter again, Sadeera Samarawickrama waits and then guides it past point for a boundary.
17.5
1
Shadab Khan To Kusal Mendis
Bangs it short and on middle, Kusal Mendis looks to pull, it goes down towards long on for one.
17.4
4
Shadab Khan To Kusal Mendis
FOUR! A full toss and Kusal Mendis puts it away! It is slog swept over the mid-wicket fielder and into the fence. Sri Lanka running away with the game now.
17.3
0
Shadab Khan To Kusal Mendis
Big turn! Outside off, this lands and spins away. Left alone.
17.2
1
Shadab Khan To Sadeera Samarawickrama
On middle, this is nudged around the corner for one. Sensible batting.
17.1
4
Shadab Khan To Sadeera Samarawickrama
FOUR! Finds the gap! The pressure that was built in the last over has been released! Shorter and outside off, this is cut past point. This races away.
End Of The Over 17 : 97/2
1 Runs
  • 016.1
  • 016.2
  • 016.3
  • 016.4
  • 116.5
  • 016.6
K. Mendis
33 (35)
S. Samarawickrama
13 (15)
M. Nawaz
5-0-17-0
16.6
0
Mohammad Nawaz To Kusal Mendis
Top over! Pakistan need a few more to build the pressure! On middle, defended.
16.5
1
Mohammad Nawaz To Sadeera Samarawickrama
On middle, this is worked through square leg for one. Can he end the over well now?
16.4
0
Mohammad Nawaz To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Make that 4 dots in a row! Steps out but this is fired on the pads, he looks to flick but misses to get hit on it.
16.3
0
Mohammad Nawaz To Sadeera Samarawickrama
On middle, kept out.
16.2
0
Mohammad Nawaz To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Steps out but does not et to the pitch of it, Sadeera Samarawickrama looks to flick but misses to get hit on the pads.
16.1
0
Mohammad Nawaz To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Shorter and around off, this is guided to point.
End Of The Over 16 : 96/2
7 Runs
  • 015.1
  • 015.2
  • 015.3
  • 215.4
  • 315.5
  • 215.6
K. Mendis
33 (34)
S. Samarawickrama
12 (10)
S. Khan
4-0-23-1
15.6
2
Shadab Khan To Kusal Mendis
Two more! On middle, this is swept through mid-wicket for two.
15.5
3
Shadab Khan To Sadeera Samarawickrama
That is outstanding fielding! Still three runs! Tossed up around off, this is lofted over cover. The man in the deep runs to his right, dives and pushes it back in, the long off fielder runs to his left and then does the mopping up job.
15.4
2
Shadab Khan To Sadeera Samarawickrama
A full toss, this is hit wide of mid-wicket for two.
15.3
0
Shadab Khan To Sadeera Samarawickrama
That has spun and also stayed low! Slower and around off, it lands and turns away. Sadeera Samarawickrama is beaten as he tries to drive.
15.2
0
Shadab Khan To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Shorter and outside off, this is chopped to point.
15.1
0
Shadab Khan To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Nicely bowled! Tossed up on off, blocked.
Drinks! Sri Lanka are looking comfortable in this chase as of now. Kusal Mendis and Sadeera Samarawickrama will have to build up a good partnership here. Pakistan will have to pick some quick wickets to get back into the game. Let's see how the remaining contest pans out...
End Of The Over 15 : 89/2
6 Runs
  • 114.1
  • 114.2
  • 114.3
  • 1 LB 14.4
  • 114.5
  • 114.6
S. Samarawickrama
7 (5)
K. Mendis
31 (33)
M. Nawaz
4-0-16-0
14.6
1
Mohammad Nawaz To Sadeera Samarawickrama
On middle, this is eased down to long on for one.
14.5
1
Mohammad Nawaz To Kusal Mendis
Shorter and on middle, this is pulled down towards long on for one.
14.4
lb
Mohammad Nawaz To Sadeera Samarawickrama
Angled into the pads, Sadeera Samarawickrama looks to flick but misses, it hits the pad and rolls on the leg side. A leg bye taken.
14.3
1
Mohammad Nawaz To Kusal Mendis
Quick run! On off, this is pushed towards cover for a quick run.
14.2
1
Mohammad Nawaz To Sadeera Samarawickrama
On off, this is eased down to long off for one.
14.1
1
Mohammad Nawaz To Kusal Mendis
Tossed up on off, this is pushed down to long off for one.
End Of The Over 14 : 83/2
6 Runs
  • 013.1
  • W 13.2
  • 413.3
  • 113.4
  • 013.5
  • 113.6
K. Mendis
28 (30)
S. Samarawickrama
5 (2)
S. Khan
3-0-16-1
13.6
1
Shadab Khan To Kusal Mendis
Shorter and on off, this is pushed through covers for one. End of a successful over from Shadab Khan!
13.5
0
Shadab Khan To Kusal Mendis
Flatter and on off, this is pushed to cover.
13.4
1
Shadab Khan To Sadeera Samarawickrama
On off, this is pushed down to long off for one.
13.3
4
Shadab Khan To Sadeera Samarawickrama
FOUR! Pulled away! That is a poor ball first up! Shadab Khan will not be happy with himself. Short and on middle, this is pulled wide of deep square leg and it races away.
13.2
W
Shadab Khan To Pathum Nissanka OUT!
OUT! TAKEN! That is a serious catch! Shadab Khan is a fine fielder and he has taken a sharp catch. He gets the breakthrough his side needed. These two were looking at the utmost ease. Pathum Nissanka steps out, he gets to the pitch of it. He however, gets a little too close to the pitch of the ball but hits it hard and back to the bowler. Shadab reacts well and takes it. 175 needed in 172. Sadeera Samarawickrama walks in at number 4.
13.1
0
Shadab Khan To Pathum Nissanka
Tossed up on off, this is pushed to cover.
End Of The Over 13 : 77/1
7 Runs
  • 112.1
  • 112.2
  • 112.3
  • 012.4
  • 412.5
  • 012.6
K. Mendis
27 (28)
P. Nissanka
29 (42)
M. Nawaz
3-0-11-0
12.6
0
Mohammad Nawaz To Kusal Mendis
On middle, kept out.
12.5
4
Mohammad Nawaz To Kusal Mendis
FOUR! Up and over! That is a very nice stroke! Tossed up on off, Mendis leans into it and lifts it over cover. Long off runs to his left but dives over the ball. Lanka doing it easy at the moment.
12.4
0
Mohammad Nawaz To Kusal Mendis
On middle, defended.
12.3
1
Mohammad Nawaz To Pathum Nissanka
Angled into the pads, this is worked through square leg for one.
12.2
1
Mohammad Nawaz To Kusal Mendis
Fuller and on off, this is pushed down to long off for one more.
12.1
1
Mohammad Nawaz To Pathum Nissanka
Around off, this is guided towards point for one.
End Of The Over 12 : 70/1
5 Runs
  • 011.1
  • 111.2
  • 111.3
  • 111.4
  • 211.5
  • 011.6
K. Mendis
22 (24)
P. Nissanka
27 (40)
S. Khan
2-0-10-0
11.6
0
Shadab Khan To Kusal Mendis
Dot to end! On middle, this is pushed back to the bowler.
11.5
2
Shadab Khan To Kusal Mendis
Excellent running! Outside off, this is guided through point for two.
11.4
1
Shadab Khan To Pathum Nissanka
Sensible batting! On off, this is pushed through covers for one more.
11.3
1
Shadab Khan To Kusal Mendis
Shorter and on the body, this is pulled through square leg for one.
11.2
1
Shadab Khan To Pathum Nissanka
Tossed up on off, this is pushed down to long off for one.
11.1
0
Shadab Khan To Pathum Nissanka
Flatter and on middle, this is pushed back to the bowler.
End Of The Over 11 : 65/1
3 Runs
  • 110.1
  • 010.2
  • 110.3
  • 010.4
  • 110.5
  • 010.6
K. Mendis
19 (21)
P. Nissanka
25 (37)
M. Nawaz
2-0-4-0
10.6
0
Mohammad Nawaz To Kusal Mendis
On middle, defended.
10.5
1
Mohammad Nawaz To Pathum Nissanka
On off, this is pushed down to long off for one.
10.4
0
Mohammad Nawaz To Pathum Nissanka
Tossed up on off, this is pushed back to the bowler.
10.3
1
Mohammad Nawaz To Kusal Mendis
Midfield and one! On off, this is guided towards point. A single taken in the end.
10.2
0
Mohammad Nawaz To Kusal Mendis
Well bowled! Shorter and outside off, Mendis looks to cut but this goes off the outside edge towards short third man.
10.1
1
Mohammad Nawaz To Pathum Nissanka
Outside off, this is pushed through covers for one.
End Of The Over 10 : 62/1
5 Runs
  • 29.1
  • 19.2
  • 19.3
  • 19.4
  • 09.5
  • 09.6
K. Mendis
18 (18)
P. Nissanka
23 (34)
S. Khan
1-0-5-0
9.6
0
Shadab Khan To Kusal Mendis
Beauty! Bowls it on off, it turns away, Kusal Mendis looks to block it but gets beaten. Mohammad Rizwan whips off the bails. The umpire goes upstairs to have a check. Ultra Edge shows no spike and the replay shows that Kusal Mendis was well in his crease when the bails were off.
9.5
0
Shadab Khan To Kusal Mendis
Lands it on off, Kusal Mendis guides it to the fielder at short third.
9.4
1
Shadab Khan To Pathum Nissanka
Bowls it outside off, Pathum Nissanka taps it to covers for one.
9.3
1
Shadab Khan To Kusal Mendis
Bowls it on off, with some turn, Kusal Mendis flicks it to mid-wicket for one.
9.2
1
Shadab Khan To Pathum Nissanka
Short and wide, Pathum Nissanka drills it to long on for one.
9.1
2
Shadab Khan To Pathum Nissanka
Tossed up, outside off, Pathum Nissanka drives it to deep covers for a brace.
End Of The Over 9 : 57/1
1 Runs
  • 08.1
  • 08.2
  • 08.3
  • 08.4
  • 08.5
  • 18.6
P. Nissanka
19 (31)
K. Mendis
17 (15)
M. Nawaz
1-0-1-0
8.6
1
Mohammad Nawaz To Pathum Nissanka
Lands it on leg, Pathum Nissanka turns it to square leg for one.
8.5
0
Mohammad Nawaz To Pathum Nissanka
Short and on off, Pathum Nissanka punches it to the fielder at short covers. Five dots in a row.
8.4
0
Mohammad Nawaz To Pathum Nissanka
Make it four dots. Full, on leg, Pathum Nissanka flicks it to the fielder at short mid-wicket.
8.3
0
Mohammad Nawaz To Pathum Nissanka
Three dots now! Full, angling in, Pathum Nissanka blocks it back again.
8.2
0
Mohammad Nawaz To Pathum Nissanka
Slower one, on middle, Pathum Nissanka blocks it forward.
8.1
0
Mohammad Nawaz To Pathum Nissanka
Bowls it on off, Pathum Nissanka cuts it to the point fielder.
End Of The Over 8 : 56/1
13 Runs
  • 07.1
  • 47.2
  • 47.3
  • 17.4
  • 47.5
  • 07.6
K. Mendis
17 (15)
P. Nissanka
18 (25)
M. Wasim
1-0-13-0
7.6
0
Mohammad Wasim To Kusal Mendis
On a length and on off, Kusal Mendis blocks it solidly.
7.5
4
Mohammad Wasim To Kusal Mendis
FOUR! Streaky but they all count! On a length and on middle, Kusal Mendis looks to block it. Gets an inside edge as the ball races away from the fine leg fence.
7.4
1
Mohammad Wasim To Pathum Nissanka
Bowls it on leg, Pathum Nissanka helps it to fine leg for one.
7.3
4
Mohammad Wasim To Pathum Nissanka
FOUR MORE! Excellent timing! On a length and on off, Pathum Nissanka hangs back and punches it through covers as the ball finds the fence.
7.2
4
Mohammad Wasim To Pathum Nissanka
FOUR! Excellent from Pathum Nissanka! Short and wide, Pathum Nissanka stays in his crease and slaps it through point for a boundary!
7.1
0
Mohammad Wasim To Pathum Nissanka
Good length, on off, Pathum Nissanka punches it to short covers.
End Of The Over 7 : 43/1
7 Runs
  • 06.1
  • 06.2
  • 1 WD 6.3
  • 46.3
  • 26.4
  • 06.5
  • 06.6
K. Mendis
13 (13)
P. Nissanka
9 (21)
S. Afridi
4-0-26-0
6.6
0
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Mendis
Short and on off, Kusal Mendis punches it to covers. Ends with a dot.
6.5
0
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Mendis
On a length and outside off, Kusal Mendis tries to block it but gets beaten.
6.4
2
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Mendis
More runs! Full, on middle, Kusal Mendis flicks it to deep mid-wicket for a brace.
6.3
4
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Mendis
FOUR! Fine shot! A low full toss, on middle, Kusal Mendis hangs back and flicks it through square leg for a boundary. Runs are flowing for the Lankans here!
6.3
wd
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Mendis
Wide! Sways it down leg, Kusal Mendis misses his flick.
6.2
0
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Mendis
On a length and on off, Kusal Mendis blocks it solidly.
6.1
0
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Mendis
Short and wide, Kusal Mendis looks to play at it but gets beaten.
End Of The Over 6 : 36/1
4 Runs
  • 05.1
  • 05.2
  • 05.3
  • 05.4
  • 15.5
  • 35.6
K. Mendis
7 (7)
P. Nissanka
9 (21)
Z. Khan
3-1-16-0
5.6
3
Zaman Khan To Kusal Mendis
Full, outside off, Kusal Mendis slices it through point. The fielder makes a good stop near the ropes. They collect three.
5.5
1
Zaman Khan To Pathum Nissanka
Lands it on off, Pathum Nissanka pushes it to mid on for one.
5.4
0
Zaman Khan To Pathum Nissanka
Fuller one this time, on off, Pathum Nissanka drives it but finds the fielder at covers. Four dots now.
5.3
0
Zaman Khan To Pathum Nissanka
Touch short and on off, Pathum Nissanka eases it to the mid off fielder.
5.2
0
Zaman Khan To Pathum Nissanka
On a length and on off, Pathum Nissanka punches it to covers.
5.1
0
Zaman Khan To Pathum Nissanka
Lands it on off, Pathum Nissanka blocks it solidly.
End Of The Over 5 : 32/1
4 Runs
  • 04.1
  • 44.2
  • 04.3
  • 04.4
  • 04.5
  • 04.6
K. Mendis
4 (6)
P. Nissanka
8 (16)
S. Afridi
3-0-19-0
4.6
0
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Mendis
Make it four dots! Full, on off, Kusal Mendis blocks it to short mid-wicket.
4.5
0
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Mendis
Another one outside off, Kusal Mendis leaves it again. Three dots now.
4.4
0
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Mendis
Full, outside off, Kusal Mendis leaves it alone.
4.3
0
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Mendis
Lands it outside off, Kusal Mendis makes a tight leave.
4.2
4
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Mendis
FOUR! Kusal Mendis is away! Lands it on leg, Kusal Mendis just tickles it through fine leg as the ball finds the fence. Shaheen Afridi is turning out to be expensive here for Pakistan!
4.1
0
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Mendis
On a hard length, on middle, Kusal Mendis hops and blocks it back.
End Of The Over 4 : 28/1
12 Runs
  • 43.1
  • W 3.2
  • 03.3
  • 43.4
  • 43.5
  • 03.6
P. Nissanka
8 (16)
K. Mendis
0 (0)
Z. Khan
2-1-12-0
3.6
0
Zaman Khan To Pathum Nissanka
A yorker, on middle, Pathum Nissanka blocks it back.
3.5
4
Zaman Khan To Pathum Nissanka
FOUR MORE! Excellent from Pathum Nissanka. Lands it outside off, Pathum Nissanka hangs back and times it perfectly through point for a boundary!
3.4
4
Zaman Khan To Pathum Nissanka
FOUR! Fine shot! Full, just outside off, Pathum Nissanka stands tall and creams it through covers for a boundary!
3.3
0
Zaman Khan To Pathum Nissanka
Lands it on off, Pathum Nissanka blocks it off the front foot.
3.2
W
Zaman Khan To Kusal Perera OUT!
OUT! RUN OUT! On a length and on off, Kusal Perera taps it to short covers. He hesitated at the start but ran for a single anyway. A huge mix-up as Shadab Khan collects the ball and makes a direct hit at the bowler's end. The umpire checks and the replay shows that Kusal Perera was way off his crease despite his dive. A massive moment in the game! Kusal Mendis is the new batter.
3.1
4
Zaman Khan To Kusal Perera
FOUR! Kusal Perera has made a statement here! Short and wide, Kusal Perera picks it well and slices it over covers as the ball races away.
End Of The Over 3 : 16/0
5 Runs
  • 42.1
  • 12.2
  • 02.3
  • 02.4
  • 02.5
  • 02.6
P. Nissanka
0 (12)
K. Perera
13 (6)
S. Afridi
2-0-15-0
2.6
0
Shaheen Afridi To Pathum Nissanka
On a length and on off, Pathum Nissanka eases it to short covers.
2.5
0
Shaheen Afridi To Pathum Nissanka
Too full, on middle, Pathum Nissanka defends it to mid on.
2.4
0
Shaheen Afridi To Pathum Nissanka
Lands it on leg, Pathum Nissanka fends it back towards the bowler.
2.3
0
Shaheen Afridi To Pathum Nissanka
Pathum Nissanka is still to get off the mark. A wide yorker, Pathum Nissanka leaves it alone.
2.2
1
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Perera
On a length and on middle and leg, Kusal Perera tucks it to mid-wicket for one.
2.1
4
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Perera
FOUR! Kusal Perera on the charge! Full, angling in, Kusal Perera picks it well and flicks it through mid-wicket as the ball finds the fence.
End Of The Over 2 : 11/0
0 Runs
  • 01.1
  • 01.2
  • 01.3
  • 01.4
  • 01.5
  • 01.6
P. Nissanka
0 (8)
K. Perera
8 (4)
Z. Khan
1-1-0-0
1.6
0
Zaman Khan To Pathum Nissanka
A maiden to start with for the debutant! Good length, on off, Pathum Nissanka defends it to mid off.
1.5
0
Zaman Khan To Pathum Nissanka
Make it five dots! Full, on middle and leg, Pathum Nissanka blocks it back towards the bowler.
1.4
0
Zaman Khan To Pathum Nissanka
On a length and on off, Pathum Nissanka drives it to the cover fielder again. Four dots in a row.
1.3
0
Zaman Khan To Pathum Nissanka
Too full, on off, Pathum Nissanka drives it but finds the fielder at covers.
1.2
0
Zaman Khan To Pathum Nissanka
Touch short and outside off, Pathum Nissanka eases it to short covers.
1.1
0
Zaman Khan To Pathum Nissanka
Fuller one, on off, Pathum Nissanka blocks it back.
End Of The Over 1 : 11/0
11 Runs
  • 1 WD 0.1
  • 00.1
  • 1 LB 0.2
  • 00.3
  • 40.4
  • 00.5
  • 1 WD 0.6
  • 40.6
K. Perera
8 (4)
P. Nissanka
0 (2)
S. Afridi
1-0-10-0
0.6
4
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Perera
FOUR! Excellent over to start with for Sri Lanka! On a length and on off, Kusal Perera stands tall and lofts it over mid off for a boundary.
Zaman Khan to share the attack.
0.6
wd
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Perera
Wide! Bowls it down leg, Kusal Perera misses his flick.
0.5
0
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Perera
On a hard length, on off, Kusal Perera blocks it to mid on.
0.4
4
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Perera
FOUR! Kusal Perera gets off the mark in style! Fuller one, outside off, Kusal Perera hangs back and flicks it through mid-wicket for a boundary.
0.3
0
Shaheen Afridi To Kusal Perera
Fuller one, outside off, with some swing, Kusal Mendis looks to push it but gets beaten.
0.2
lb
Shaheen Afridi To Pathum Nissanka
Lands it down leg, Pathum Nissanka looks to flick it but gets cramped on his thighs. The ball rolls towards short fine leg as the batters collect a leg bye.
0.1
0
Shaheen Afridi To Pathum Nissanka
Fuller one, on middle, Pathum Nissanka blocks it back.
0.1
wd
Shaheen Afridi To Pathum Nissanka
Wide! Starts with a length ball, down leg, with some swing. Pathum Nissanka looks to flick it but misses. Wided.
Match Info
  • Venue R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
  • Weather Clear
  • Toss Pakistan won the toss and elected to bat
  • Result Sri Lanka beat Pakistan by 2 wickets (D/L method)
  • Player of the Match Kusal Mendis
  • Umpire Ahmed Shahpakteen (AFG), Langton Rusere (ZIM) and Chris Gaffaney (NZ)
  • Referee Javagal Srinath (IND)
Match Notes
  • Innings Break: Pakistan 252/7 in 42.0 overs
  • Pakistan 252/7 in 42.0 overs
  • 6th wkt Partnership: 100 off 75 balls between M Rizwan (53) and I Ahmed (45)
  • Pakistan 200/5 in 37.1 overs
  • 6th wkt Partnership: 50 off 42 balls between M Rizwan (30) and I Ahmed (17)
  • M Rizwan 12th ODI fifty: 50 runs in 48 balls (3x4) (2x6)
  • Pakistan 150/5 in 31.3 overs
  • Rain Stoppage: Pakistan 130/5 in 27.4 overs
  • Drinks: Pakistan 128/4 in 27.0 overs
  • Referral 2 (22.5 ovs): SL against M Haris (Caught) Unsuccessful (SL: 1, PAK: 2)
  • Pakistan 100/2 in 21.2 overs
  • A Shafique maiden ODI fifty: 50 runs in 65 balls (3x4) (2x6)
  • Drinks: Pakistan 68/1 in 14.0 overs
  • 2nd wkt Partnership: 50 off 53 balls between A Shafique (28) and B Azam (22)
  • Pakistan 52/1 in 11.1 overs
  • Referral 1 (10.2 ovs): SL against A Shafique (LBW) Unsuccessful (SL: 2, PAK: 2) (Retained)
  • Power play 1 (1-9): Pakistan 36/1
  • Zaman Khan makes his ODI debut for Pakistan
  • Sri Lanka 250/8 in 41.5 overs
  • Referral 1 (41.1 ovs): PAK against P Madushan (LBW) Unsuccessful (SL: 2, PAK: 1)
  • Sri Lanka 200/3 in 33.4 overs
  • 3rd wkt Partnership: 100 off 97 balls between K Mendis (48) and S Samarawickrama (48)
  • Drinks: Sri Lanka 175/2 in 29.0 overs
  • Sri Lanka 150/2 in 25.3 overs
  • K Mendis 25th ODI fifty: 50 runs in 47 balls (5x4) (0x6)
  • 3rd wkt Partnership: 50 off 42 balls between K Mendis (20) and S Samarawickrama (28)
  • Sri Lanka 100/2 in 17.1 overs
  • Drinks: Sri Lanka 89/2 in 15.0 overs
  • 2nd wkt Partnership: 50 off 51 balls between P Nissanka (27) and K Mendis (22)
  • Power play 1 (1-9): Sri Lanka 57/1
  • Sri Lanka 51/1 in 7.3 overs
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Shubman Gill IND 302 75.50
Kusal Mendis SL 270 45.00
Sadeera Samarawickrama SL 215 35.83
Babar Azam PAK 207 51.75
Mohammad Rizwan PAK 195 97.50
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Matheesha Pathirana SL 11 6.61
Dunith Wellalage SL 10 4.26
Mohammed Siraj IND 10 4.63
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Kuldeep Yadav IND 9 3.61
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