Pakistan spinner Abrar Ahmed made an immediate impact by taking a wicket on the very first ball of his spell, putting Sri Lanka under early pressure in the match. The breakthrough shifted momentum instantly, lifting the energy of the Pakistani side and its supporters. Sri Lanka were left struggling at 33/2 in the opening phase, as Pakistan’s bowlers maintained tight lines and disciplined fielding to control the flow of runs.
The early setbacks disrupted Sri Lanka’s batting rhythm, forcing their middle order to rebuild carefully and avoid further damage. Pakistan’s bowling attack continued to apply pressure, looking to build on the strong start and seize full control of the game. With the scoreboard reading 33 for 2, the advantage clearly rested with Pakistan after Abrar’s stunning first-ball strike.
