Babar’s Century Leads Pakistan to Victory in 289-Run Chase Against Sri Lanka
In an exhilarating match held at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Pakistan triumphed over Sri Lanka by successfully chasing down 289 runs. This victory was significantly bolstered by Babar Azam’s remarkable century.
Babar Azam’s Century Paves the Path to Victory
On November 14, 2025, Pakistan won the toss and chose to bowl first against Sri Lanka. The decision was strategic, setting the stage for an intense contest.
Match Summary
The playing XIs featured key players from both teams:
- Pakistan: Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Salman Agha (c), Hussain Talat, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed, Naseem Shah, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Faisal Akram, Haseebullah Khan.
- Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis (wk), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka (c), Janith Liyanage, Kamindu Mendis, Dushmantha Chameera, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Asitha Fernando, Eshan Malinga, Pramod Madushan, Lahiru Udara, Pavan Rathnayake, Jeffrey Vandersay.
Key Performers
Babar Azam played a pivotal role, scoring a commanding century that helped lead his team to victory. His performance was part of a well-executed chase whereby Pakistan reached their target with considerable ease.
In the first ODI of the series, Pakistan had previously showcased their skills, edging out Sri Lanka by just six runs in a thriller that required quick thinking and precision.
This encounter occurred in the backdrop of heightened security following a tragic incident mere distances away from the stadium, underscoring the challenging environment surrounding the matches.
Live Streaming Information
Fans in India were unable to watch the match on television, but they could follow the excitement via live stream on the Sports TV YouTube channel.
As the series progresses, anticipation builds around both teams, particularly after Babar Azam’s outstanding performance. The players are gearing up for the next match, eager to capitalize on their current momentum.
