Pakistan beat Sri Lanka by 82 runs in the second T20I at Rawalpindi on 11 October 2026. The win gave Pakistan an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series, with one match still to play.
Maaz Sadaqat smashed 96 off 51 balls and captain Sahibzada Farhan added 73 as Pakistan posted 215 for 3. Sri Lanka could manage only 133 for 7 in reply. A bilateral series like this is one of the formats explained in our cricket competitions guide, where two national teams play several matches against each other.
Quick Answer
Pakistan beat Sri Lanka by 82 runs in the second T20I at Rawalpindi on 11 October 2026. Maaz Sadaqat was Player of the Match for his 96 off 51 balls, and Pakistan now lead the series 2-0 with one match left.
The result at a glance
| Team | Score | Overs | How it ended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | 215 for 3 | 20 | Batting first |
| Sri Lanka | 133 for 7 | 20 | Lost by 82 runs |
Player of the Match: Maaz Sadaqat (96 off 51). Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Date: 11 October 2026. Sri Lanka won the toss and chose to bowl first.
How Pakistan built 215 for 3
In T20 cricket, each team bats for 20 overs, and “for 3” means three batsmen were out. The official PCB scorecard shows how the innings took shape.
Pakistan started at a steady pace before exploding late. They added 156 runs in their final 12 overs. Farhan made a careful 73 off 44 balls, while Sadaqat hit seven sixes on his way to 96. A 73-run stand between the two set up the finish, and a quick 72-run partnership with Hasan Nawaz (19 not out) pushed the total past 200.
How Sri Lanka’s chase fell short
Sri Lanka never found momentum. They were 64 for 5 inside the 11th over, and none of their top seven batsmen reached 30. Chamindu Wickramasinghe made 29 and Maheesh Theekshana finished unbeaten on 32, but the target was far out of reach.
Pakistan’s fast bowlers sealed the win. Mohammad Imran took three wickets, Salman Mirza took two, and Shadab Khan chipped in as Sri Lanka finished on 133 for 7 in 20 overs.
Important
Pakistan have already won the series with a 2-0 lead, but a third and final T20I is still scheduled for 13 October 2026 at Rawalpindi. The last match will be played even though the series result is decided.
A look back at the first T20I
Pakistan took the lead in the opening match on 9 October by four wickets. Sri Lanka batted first and posted 182 for 8, led by Lahiru Udara’s 91. Pakistan chased the target with seven balls to spare, behind Farhan’s 89 and Sadaqat’s 50. That win, followed by this one, made the series lead unassailable.
What happens next
The third T20I will be played on 13 October at Rawalpindi. Even with the series decided, Pakistan will want a clean sweep and Sri Lanka will want a consolation win. For newer fans, T20 games last about three hours, and if you want to understand how this format differs from the longer ones, our Test vs ODI vs T20 guide explains the differences in plain terms.
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I: FAQs
Who won the Pakistan vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I?
Pakistan won by 82 runs at Rawalpindi on 11 October 2026.
What did Maaz Sadaqat score in the 2nd T20I?
He scored 96 off 51 balls with seven sixes and was named Player of the Match.
What were the final scores in the 2nd T20I?
Pakistan made 215 for 3 in 20 overs, and Sri Lanka finished on 133 for 7 in 20 overs.
Did Pakistan win the series already?
Yes. Pakistan lead 2-0 after two wins and cannot be caught, with one match remaining.
When is the third T20I between Pakistan and Sri Lanka?
It is scheduled for 13 October 2026 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.
The bottom line
Pakistan sealed the T20I series in style with a powerful batting display and disciplined bowling. Sadaqat’s 96 was the headline act, but the win was a complete team effort. The final match on 13 October gives Sri Lanka one last chance and gives Pakistan a shot at a clean sweep.
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