Agha's century guides Pakistan to ODI victory over Sri Lanka

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 18 Oct, 20:31 · Archive

Salman Ali Agha scored 107 as Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka by 37 runs in their ODI tri-series opener.

Salman Ali Agha scored 107 off 90 balls in Pakistan's 305 all out against Sri Lanka in the ODI tri-series opener on Sunday. Sri Lanka captain Kusal Mendis won the toss and chose to field, but Pakistan's middle order stabilised when Agha arrived at the crease with the team at 4-118 in the 22nd over. He shared partnerships with Hasan Nawaz and Arafat Minhas before Sri Lanka fought back in the death overs, with Eshan Malinga taking 4-46 and Asitha Fernando taking 3-59. Pakistan lost their last five wickets for 26 runs.

Pakistan's pace bowlers overcame heavy dew to dismiss Sri Lanka for 268 in 48.1 overs. Pavan Rathnayake scored 79 and Janith Liyanage scored 60, but Pakistan held firm to secure the 37-run victory. Agha's return proved significant after a difficult period: he was among seven Pakistan cricketers summoned home at the end of August during their tour of England, where he had led the team in the first Test. He was subsequently removed as Pakistan T20 captain and lost his place in the T20 squad, but scored prolifically in domestic cricket, including a triple century, to force his way back into the ODI side.

How it is being reported

• Agha's comeback ton for Pakistan sinks Sri LankaPakistan batter Salman Ali Agha has returned in style, scoring a century in a 37-run victory over Sri Lanka in their ODI tri-series opener.Perth Now · 18 Oct, 20:14
• Agha's comeback ton for Pakistan sinks Sri LankaPakistan batter Salman Ali Agha has returned in style, scoring a century in a 37-run victory over Sri Lanka in their ODI tri-series opener.The West Australian · 18 Oct, 20:13

In this story: Salman Ali Agha · Kusal Mendis · Pakistan · Sri Lanka · Babar Azam · Eshan Malinga · Pavan Rathnayake · Janith Liyanage

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