Fakhar’s Blazing Century Powers Pakistan to Tri-Series Title in Lahore

Fakhar Zaman turned back the clock in Lahore on Saturday, smashing 127 from 99 balls to lead Pakistan past Sri Lanka's 325 in the tri-series final.

The left-hander struck 11 fours and six sixes, steadying the chase after an early wobble, before Arafat Minhas provided the late fireworks with 61 from just 31 deliveries.

Pakistan reached the target with three wickets and nine balls to spare, despite losing two wickets in two balls with a single run still needed, sealing their first ODI tri-series crown since 2008.

Mendis' hundred in vain

Sri Lanka had posted 325 for 8 thanks to Kamindu Mendis' 131 from 128 balls and a 146-run stand with Pavan Rathnayake, who made 77, but late wickets kept the total below 350 and left Pakistan a chase they could manage.

Minhas takes the series award

Minhas was named player of the series after scoring 149 runs and taking nine wickets across the tournament, capping a memorable campaign for the young all-rounder.

Source: The National News