Web desk: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday congratulated the national cricket team on their emphatic victory in the Tri-Nation Series. He praised the players for their discipline, teamwork and exceptional performance.
In a statement, the prime minister said the “boys in green” had once again made the nation proud with their outstanding display on the field. He lauded the entire squad for demonstrating unity and commitment throughout the tournament.
PM Shehbaz also commended the Sri Lankan and Zimbabwean teams for showcasing true sportsmanship, noting that their participation added value to the series.
The prime minister further appreciated the efforts of PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi and his team for their continued work in strengthening Pakistan cricket.
“The whole nation celebrates this triumph,” he said, expressing hope that the national team would continue to shine and bring glory to the country.
Well done, boys in Green, on a truly outstanding victory today!
— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) November 29, 2025
Your discipline and skill have once again made the nation proud.
An excellent display of teamwork by the entire squad.
Grateful to both the Sri Lankan and Zimbabwean teams for their admirable display of true…
Pakistan on Saturday won the Tri-Nation Series final against Sri Lanka by six wickets, with pacers Shaheen Shah Afridi and Muhammad Nawaz playing a key role by taking three wickets each.
Tri-Nation Series
Chasing a target of 115, Pakistan reached the score in 18.4 overs despite a small hiccup in the middle order.
Openers Saim Ayub and Sahibzada Farhan gave Pakistan a solid start with a 46-run stand. Farhan scored 23 off 22 balls, while Saim kept the chase steady.
Babar Azam then joined Saim and helped Pakistan cross 50. Saim was out for 36 off 33, but Pakistan remained in control.
Captain Salman Ali Agha added 14, though Pakistan lost two quick wickets later. Babar stayed calm, finishing unbeaten on 37 off 34 to take Pakistan home with more than eight balls remaining.
Earlier, Sri Lanka struggled after choosing to bat. Opener Pathum Nissanka was out for 11, and wickets continued to fall.
Kamil Mishara was the only strong performer for Sri Lanka, scoring a fluent 59, his third T20I fifty, but he got little support from the rest of the batting lineup.
After Mishara’s dismissal, Sri Lanka collapsed badly, losing their last five wickets for just 10 runs and being bowled out for 114 in 19.1 overs.
