Sahibzada Farhan 89 steers Pakistan to 1-0 lead over Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi

Sahibzada Farhan scored 89 off 53 as Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka in the opening T20I of the series at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi on Sunday, October 11, handing Pakistan a 1-0 lead.

Farhan started his T20I captaincy tenure at home with what the report described as a comprehensive win over Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi. He struck 10 fours and four sixes in his 89 off 53 balls. Lahiru Udara made 91 off 55 balls for Sri Lanka, according to the same report.

Naseem Shah bowled on his return and finished with figures of 3/36 in his four overs. Mohammad Imran also produced figures of 2/21. The article noted both bowlers bowled well during the match.

Apart from Lahiru Udara's 91 off 55, none of the Sri Lankan batters managed a significant contribution. The piece states Sri Lanka’s second-highest score in the innings was recorded as extras (29). Those details were highlighted as part of Sri Lanka’s batting return.

In the chase, Pakistan compiled two 50-run stands for their first two wickets, and Maaz Sadaqat scored 50 off 29 balls. The report summarised the chase by saying "and it was all over," indicating a comfortable run chase for Pakistan.

Pakistan have earned a 1-0 lead in the series and, the report adds, will be looking to win the series as they head into the second game. The second Pakistan vs Sri Lanka T20I is taking place in Rawalpindi.