Imran Randhawa and Maaz Sadaqat Star as Pakistan Thrash Sri Lanka by 82 Runs to Clinch T20I Series

Fast bowler Mohammad Imran Randhawa delivered a masterclass in disciplined pace bowling on Sunday to propel Pakistan to an emphatic 82-run victory over Sri Lanka in the second Twenty20 International at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The dominant triumph secured an unassailable 2-0 lead for the hosts, sealing the three-match bilateral series with a game to spare in front of an ecstatic home crowd.

The victory was largely driven by Pakistan’s emerging young core, with both Maaz Sadaqat and Imran making decisive match-winning contributions in only their second senior international appearances following their debuts on Friday. The pair demonstrated composure far beyond their experience, rising to the occasion under pressure and solidifying team management's faith in introducing fresh talent to the national setup.

Maaz, who had impressed with a crucial half-century in the series opener, unleashed the more aggressive dimension of his game, taking the attack directly to the Sri Lankan bowling unit with explosive strokeplay during key phases. His intent ensured Pakistan maintained a commanding scoring rate, laying down a formidable target that put the touring side immediately on the back foot.

In response, Imran dismantled any hopes of a Sri Lankan fightback with a relentlessly accurate spell with the new ball. The pacer choked the visitors' scoring avenues from the opening overs, hitting hard lengths and refusing to offer boundary balls. His precision stifled Sri Lanka's run chase from the outset, maintaining immense scoreboard pressure and preventing the batting lineup from gaining any rhythm or momentum.

With the series trophy safely wrapped up under newly installed captain Sahibzada Farhan, Pakistan will look to complete a comprehensive 3-0 clean sweep when the two sides meet for the final T20I at the same venue.