Pakistan secured a six-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in the first T20I of their three-match series, taking a 1-0 lead. Sri Lanka was bowled out for 128, with Janith Liyanage top-scoring with 40. Pakistan chased down the target, aided by Sahibzada Farhan's 51 and Saim Ayub's 24. Shadab Khan was named Player of the Match for his all-round performance.