Salman Ali Agha sets Pakistan ODI record with century against Sri Lanka
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 12:44 PM
Last updated Oct 19, 2026
Salman Ali Agha scored 107 runs off 90 balls for Pakistan against Sri Lanka in the opening match of the tri-series on October 19. His innings helped Pakistan set a total of 305, leading to a 37-run victory after Sri Lanka's batting order collapsed during their chase. Agha’s century marked his fourth in ODIs and positioned him as the most prolific No. 5 centurion in Pakistan's history, surpassing Mohammad Yousuf. Despite a recovery led by Janith and Pavan Rathnayake that included a 119-run partnership, Sri Lanka fell short as they lost their last five wickets for just 15 runs. The match was played at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.
- •Agha scored his fourth ODI century, becoming Pakistan's top No. 5 centurion.
- •Pakistan posted 305 runs before bowling Sri Lanka out for 268.
- •Sri Lanka's chase faltered after a strong partnership collapsed.
- •The match took place at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on October 19.
- 12:44 PMYahoo Sports — Salman Ali Agha joins elite list featuring MS Dhoni, Yuvraj Singh with record ODI feat
"Salman Ali Agha delivered an impressive performance by scoring 107 runs from 90 balls against Sri Lanka, marking a significant milestone in the tri-series. This victory saw him break Mohammad Yousuf's record as the most prolific No. 5 centurion for Pakistan. The match concluded with Pakistan triumphed by 37 runs, following a collapse from the Sri Lankan chase, highlighting Agha's essential contribution to the team's strength in the middle order.
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