Pakistan’s all-rounder Mohammad Nawaz delivered an outstanding bowling performance in the Pakistan T20I Tri-Series match against Sri Lanka on Friday, November 22, 2025, at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.
Nawaz returned impressive figures of 3 wickets for just 16 runs in his four overs, maintaining an exceptional economy rate of 4.00 runs per over. His performance played a crucial role in restricting Sri Lanka to only 128 for 7 in their 20 overs.
The left-arm spinner struck at a critical moment when Sri Lanka was attempting to build momentum. Nawaz took two wickets in consecutive balls, first bowling Kusal Perera with a delivery that turned sharply to hit the off stump, then dismissing captain Dasun Shanaka in similar fashion with a quicker delivery.
His third wicket came when Kamindu Mendis attempted a slog-sweep but was caught by Mohammad Wasim at deep mid-wicket following a spectacular diving catch near the boundary rope.
Nawaz’s economical bowling during the middle overs put immense pressure on the Sri Lankan batters, preventing them from accelerating the scoring rate. His tight control and clever variations made it difficult for the opposition to find boundaries.
Cricket fans across Pakistan took to social media to praise Nawaz’s performance. Many highlighted his ability to bowl economically while picking up crucial wickets at important stages of the innings.
This performance further strengthened Nawaz’s reputation as one of Pakistan’s most reliable T20 bowlers, showcasing why he remains a key player in Pakistan’s white-ball setup.
