Sri Lanka delivered one of the most dominant performances of the T10 World Cup 2026 as they dismantled Pakistan by 72 runs in Group B Match 32 at Coffs Harbour. A well-rounded display with both bat and ball saw Sri Lanka post a competitive total before producing a ruthless bowling effort that bundled Pakistan out for a paltry score.

Batting first, Sri Lanka set the tone early through a fluent opening stand. Dinesh Chandimal provided stability at the top, while Kusal Mendis played the defining innings of the match. Mendis was in sublime touch, smashing 48 runs off just 24 balls at a strike rate of 200, combining clean hitting with smart placement. His innings ensured Sri Lanka maintained momentum through the middle overs.

Quick contributions from Danushka Gunathilaka, Angelo Mathews, and a blistering cameo by Oshada Fernando helped Sri Lanka accelerate towards the end, finishing with a strong 116 for 6 in their allotted 10 overs. Pakistan’s bowling was led by Mohammad Nawaz, who claimed 4 wickets, but lacked consistent support from the other end.

In response, Pakistan’s chase collapsed almost immediately under relentless pressure from the Sri Lankan bowling attack. Early wickets left Pakistan reeling, and the top order failed to cope with disciplined swing and pace. Binura Fernando, Dushmantha Chameera, and Lahiru Kumara exploited the conditions superbly, striking at regular intervals and never allowing Pakistan to settle.

Only Shan Masood showed some resistance with a brief counterattack, but wickets continued to tumble at the other end. Pakistan were eventually bowled out for just 44 runs in 7.5 overs, one of their lowest totals in the tournament snd History. Sri Lanka’s bowlers maintained tight lines, sharp fielding backed them up, and Pakistan never threatened to mount a recovery.

With this emphatic win, Sri Lanka significantly boosted their confidence and net run rate, while Pakistan suffered a major setback in Group B. The match underlined Sri Lanka’s growing momentum in the tournament and showcased their ability to dominate games decisively in the fast-paced T10 format.