Lahore:Pakistan has emerged victorious in the Tri-Nation One-Day International Cricket Series, defeating Sri Lanka by three wickets in the final held at Gaddafi Stadium tonight.

According to Radio Pakistan, Sri Lanka batted first and set a target of 325 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in their allotted 50 overs. Kamindu Mendis led the scoring for Sri Lanka with 131 runs off 128 balls, while Pavan Rathnayake added 77 runs off 65 balls. Pakistan's bowlers, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Salman Agha, Naseem Shah, and Haris Rauf, each took two wickets.

In response, Pakistan chased down the target successfully, scoring 326 runs in 48.3 overs with the loss of seven wickets. Fakhar Zaman delivered a match-winning performance, scoring 127 runs off 99 balls, including 11 fours and six sixes. Saad Baig also contributed significantly with 74 runs, marking his maiden international fifty. Fakhar Zaman was awarded the Player of the Match for his exceptional batting display, while Arafat Minhas was named Player of the Series.

President Asif Ali Zardari and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi extended their congratulations to the national cricket team for their triumph in the series. President Zardari praised the team's excellent performance, hard work, and teamwork that led to the victory. He also commended the contributions of all players, team management, and the Pakistan Cricket Board for their efforts in the series.