Pakistan Exits T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8s Despite Win Over Sri Lanka

Pakistan exited the T20 World Cup 2026 at the Super 8 stage despite a five-run win over Sri Lanka, missing semifinals due to net run rate behind New Zealand. Captain Salman Ali Agha cited the team's ongoing middle-order batting struggles and the impact of dew after losing the toss as key factors. While openers Sahibzada Farhan (100) and Fakhar Zaman (84) performed strongly, Pakistan's inability to restrict Sri Lanka to 147 runs proved decisive. Former players criticized team management's selections and strategy throughout the tournament.