Sri Lanka beat Pakistan to reach ODI tri-series final

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 27 Oct, 13:50 · Archive

Sri Lanka routed Pakistan by eight wickets in Lahore, eliminating England from the ODI tri-series.

Sri Lanka defeated Pakistan by eight wickets at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, securing their place in Saturday's ODI tri-series final and ending England's hopes of reaching the match. England are eliminated after losing all three of their games so far. Pakistan were skittled for 110 after Sri Lanka captain Kusal Mendis won the toss and chose to field. Fast bowler Dilshan Madushanka claimed a career-best 5-34, with Pakistan's top order struggling as four of the leading five batsmen fell for single digits.

Sri Lanka chased down the target in 18.1 overs, reaching 2-114 at the Gaddafi Stadium. Kamindu Mendis hit an unbeaten 62 off 60 balls, striking eight fours and two sixes, while Pavan Rathnayake made 23 not out. The pair added an unbroken 52-run stand to secure victory. Mendis was dropped by the wicketkeeper before scoring and benefited from a boundary-line decision when substitute fielder Ghazi Ghori's foot touched the rope during a catch attempt.

Pakistan had already qualified for the final after winning their first two matches, including a one-wicket victory over England on Sunday. Sri Lanka still face England on Thursday.

How it is being reported

• Sri Lanka thump Pakistan and eliminate EnglandEngland are out of the ODI tri-series final with a game to spare after a rejuvenated Sri Lanka routed Pakistan by eight wickets in Lahore to clinch their spot.Perth Now · 27 Oct, 13:17
• Sri Lanka thump Pakistan and eliminate EnglandEngland are out of the ODI tri-series final with a game to spare after a rejuvenated Sri Lanka routed Pakistan by eight wickets in Lahore to clinch their spot.The West Australian · 27 Oct, 13:17

In this story: Sri Lanka · Pakistan · England · Dilshan Madushanka · Kusal Mendis · Kamindu Mendis · Pavan Rathnayake · Lahore

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