In a gripping tri-series final at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Pakistan chased down Sri Lanka’s modest 114 with remarkable calm and control. The match had all the tension of a final, especially when early wickets fell, but Pakistan’s middle order showed maturity and intent. Sri Lanka, bowled out for 114 in 19.1 overs, struggled to break free against disciplined Pakistani bowling. Pakistan’s chase looked steady throughout, picking gaps smartly and keeping the scoreboard ticking. Mohammad Nawaz, who delivered a match-winning all-round performance, was rightly named Man of the Match. The crowd in Rawalpindi was electric, and the atmosphere felt every bit like a championship night.
What made the finale even more thrilling was Pakistan’s confident finish—118/4 in just 18.4 overs, sealing victory by 6 wickets with eight balls to spare. Nawaz’s impact wasn’t limited to this match alone—his consistency throughout the tournament earned him the Player of the Series award as well. Sri Lanka fought hard but couldn’t convert their promising moments into game-turning pressure. The fielding intensity, the tactical clarity, and the finishing touch all belonged to Pakistan. With this win, Pakistan not only lifted the tri-series trophy but sent a resounding message: under pressure, they can rise, dominate, and deliver when it matters most.
Babar Azam Sets New Benchmark in Pakistan’s T20 History
Babar Azam etched his name into Pakistan’s record books by becoming the country’s leading catch-taker in T20 Internationals, a milestone achieved with a brilliant fielding performance against Sri Lanka. In the final match of the tri-series, he claimed three crucial catches, underscoring his sharp reflexes and match awareness. With that, Babar’s T20I tally rose to 52 catches, overtaking the previous record for a Pakistani fielder in the format. Beyond the shortest format, his consistency as a fielder shines across all formats — he has taken a total of 124 catches in international cricket for Pakistan (Tests, ODIs and T20Is combined). While celebrated for his classy batting, these fielding numbers highlight Babar’s growing value as a complete cricketer. His safe hands, athleticism, and ability to deliver under pressure make him a vital asset for Pakistan. As records continue to tumble, Babar Azam’s influence in T20 cricket — and international cricket overall — shows no signs of slowing down.
Ban Vs Ire 2025
The Ireland tour of Bangladesh in late 2025 has already delivered plenty of drama across formats. In Tests, Bangladesh dominated — they crushed Ireland by an innings and 47 runs in the first Test thanks to a massive 587/8 declared, before wrapping up the second Test with a 217-run win. Across the two-match Test series, Bangladesh’s spin attack, led by Taijul Islam, proved decisive, and the hosts’ batting depth overwhelmed the visitors. The T20I series, however, has been more competitive. Ireland opened the campaign by beating Bangladesh by 39 runs in the first T20I — their first T20I win in months — reclaiming some pride after the Test drubbing. But Bangladesh fought back in the second T20I: after Ireland put up 170/6, Bangladesh chased it down in the final over to square the series 1–1, with Litton Das playing a match-winning 57. So with more action still to come, the 2025 BAN vs IRE encounters have already shown both Bangladesh’s dominance in Tests and Ireland’s potential to challenge in the shorter format.
