Kandy, Sri Lanka, Feb 12, 2026 (AFP) - Shanaka fireworks as Sri Lanka pile up 225-5 against Oman

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2026-02-12

Dasun Shanaka blazed the fastest half-century by a Sri Lankan in T20Is as the hosts piled up 225-5 against Oman in their Group B World Cup clash at Pallekele on Thursday. It was the highest total of the tournament, beating the 213-4 posted by South Africa against Canada in Ahmedabad. Skipper Shanaka, who had been under pressure after a lean run, batted superbly smashing two fours and five sixes to post a 19-ball half-century. Pavan Rathnayake and......

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