Sri Lanka dismiss Pakistan for 110 in fifth ODI
Sri Lanka bowled Pakistan out for 110 in 25.3 overs in the fifth ODI of the tri-series in Lahore on October 27, then began chasing a target of 111. The match was still in progress in the latest account, so no final result was established. Pakistan were dismissed at Gaddafi Stadium after Sri Lanka chose to field. Babar Azam top-scored for Pakistan with 29, while no other batter passed 20, according to the match report. Dilshan Madushanka led Sri Lanka’s attack, taking five wickets for 45 runs in 8.3 overs. Sahan Arachchige claimed two wickets, and Eshan Malinga, Dunith Wellalage and Asitha Fernando took one each. Sri Lanka’s chase had begun briskly at the time of the update. Avishka Fernando had been dismissed for 16, while Kamindu Mendis was unbeaten on 31. The report placed Sri Lanka at 50 for one inside six overs, but did not give a completed innings or final score. Pakistan had already secured a place in the tri-series final after winning their first three matches. Their qualification was established before the fifth ODI, and the loss of wickets in this match did not alter that status. Pakistan’s last group-stage match was scheduled against Sri Lanka, while Sri Lanka still...