Sahibzada Farhan leads Pakistan to four-wicket win over Sri Lanka

Sahibzada Farhan scored 89 off 53 balls as Pakistan chased down Sri Lanka's 182 for eight to win the first T20I by four wickets in Rawalpindi on Friday. Maaz Sadaqat added 50 off 29 balls in a 92-run second-wicket stand with Farhan.

Lahiru Udara top-scored for Sri Lanka with 91 off 55 balls after the visitors lost early wickets. Pakistan's new-look pace attack, including debutants Mohammad Imran and Razaullah, restricted Sri Lanka in the powerplay. Farhan was named player of the match.

The win gives Pakistan a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. The second T20I is scheduled for the same venue on Sunday.