Fakhar Zaman’s 127‑ball Century Powers Pakistan to Tri‑Series Victory in Lahore

Fakhar Zaman’s 127 off 99 balls turned Lahore into a cricket carnival as Pakistan chased down 326 to beat Sri Lanka and claim the tri‑series title.

Pakistan’s chase was swift, while Sri Lanka were dismissed for just 10 runs – a 10‑0 collapse that left the scoreboard looking like a typo.

Sri Lanka’s Kamindu Mendis had earlier smashed 131, but his effort was wasted as the team fell short.

Pakistan’s bowlers added drama, with Shaheen Afridi sprinting in with an ironed pocket handkerchief tucked to his waistband, taking wickets with a bowler’s grace.

The final, a rare stand‑alone showdown, gave Pakistan the tri‑series crown on home soil.

The victory reminded fans that cricket can be both spectacle and pure joy.