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Sri Lanka Edges Pakistan by Six Runs in Thriller

11/28/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Sri Lanka defeated Pakistan by six runs at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on November 27, 2025, advancing to the final against Pakistan on November 29.
Pakistan had secured a final spot and sought to sustain their unbeaten streak.
Sri Lanka posted 184, led by Sri Lanka batsman Kamil Mishara with 76.
Pakistan finished at 178, with Pakistan batsman Salman Agha scoring 63.
Dushmantha Chameera, Sri Lanka's bowler, sealed the six-run win.

History

Historical Context

The 1996 Cricket World Cup, co-hosted by India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka, culminated in Sri Lanka's historic victory over Australia on March 17. Under captain Arjuna Ranatunga, Sri Lanka chased down a target of 241 runs, marking their first World Cup win. This triumph not only established Sri Lanka as a cricketing powerhouse but also followed a politically charged backdrop, including boycotts and tensions from previous tours.

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Story summary

Sri Lanka defeated Pakistan by six runs at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on November 27, 2025, advancing to the final against Pakistan on November 29.
Pakistan had secured a final spot and sought to sustain their unbeaten streak.
Sri Lanka posted 184, led by Sri Lanka batsman Kamil Mishara with 76.
Pakistan finished at 178, with Pakistan batsman Salman Agha scoring 63.
Dushmantha Chameera, Sri Lanka's bowler, sealed the six-run win.

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