Sri Lanka Women have secured the T20 series against Pakistan Women following a commanding six-wicket victory in the second match, chasing down 176 runs in 17.4 overs.
Sri Lanka Women have clinched their T20 series against Pakistan Women after securing a six-wicket victory in the second international match. The hosts successfully pursued Pakistan's total of 175/5, reaching 178/4 in just 17.4 overs to seal the series with an aggressive batting display.
Pakistan made a strong start after choosing to bat first, with openers Shawaal Zulfiqar and Muneeba Ali constructing a rapid 50-run partnership in 23 balls to reach 68 without loss during the powerplay. The visiting team maintained their aggressive scoring throughout the innings, crossing the 100-run mark by the 13th over before finishing with 175/5 after their full allocation of overs.
In response, Sri Lanka matched Pakistan's intensity from the outset, reaching 50 runs within the first four overs. Although the home side lost two wickets during the powerplay, they prevented the required run rate from becoming problematic. The decisive moment came through a 50-run partnership between Sanjana Kavindi and Vishmi Rajapaksha Gunaratne, constructed from just 30 balls. Kavindi contributed 42 runs with attacking intent while Gunaratne provided stability, allowing Sri Lanka to secure their target with more than four overs to spare.
The victory represents Sri Lanka's second consecutive successful chase of a total exceeding 175 runs, demonstrating the depth and confidence within their batting lineup. The series outcome highlights the hosts' ability to perform under pressure while maintaining an aggressive approach throughout their innings.
