Imesha Dulani produced a landmark unbeaten century as Sri Lanka Women chased down Pakistan Women’s 176 for 7 with an over to spare, winning the first T20I by six wickets at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla on July 31, 2026. Dulani’s 101 not out from 64 balls powered Sri Lanka to 177 for 4 in 19 overs and gave the hosts a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
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