Madushanka’s five‑wicket spell turns Lahore into a wicket‑factory, dashing England’s tri‑series dreams

When Dilshan Madushanka strutted onto the Lahore outfield, the only thing he seemed to bring was a five‑wicket haul that turned the match into a wicket‑factory.

Sri Lanka rattled Pakistan, cruising to an eight‑wicket victory that sealed England’s elimination from the ODI tri‑series. Madushanka’s career‑best five‑for was the headline act, as the Sri Lankan bowlers ran Pakistan’s batting order through the mill.

England, who had been hoping to keep their final hopes alive, were left watching the celebration from the sidelines as the Sri Lankan side celebrated a win that not only secured the eight‑wicket margin but also ensured England could not reach the Saturday final.