Agha blazed 107 off 90 balls, smashing the 107‑run milestone that set Pakistan back on the map, and the hosts topped the scoreboard at 305/6 in 49.5 overs, sealing a 37‑run win over Sri Lanka.
His fourth ODI century – all scored from the No.5 or lower slot – catapulted him past former great Mohammad Yousuf, who had only three such centuries in 114 matches. Agha’s 107 is his first of the season and the fastest from that position.
The turning point came in the 28th over when Janith and Pavan Rathnayake had rebuilt Sri Lanka’s innings to 91/4. Yet four deliveries later, Janith and Shanaka were dismissed, sparking a 15‑run blitz that saw the last five wickets tumble and the chase collapse.
Pakistan’s bowlers, led by the disciplined spinners, capitalised on the dew‑heavy pitch and the pressure of a collapsing side. The result was celebrated by the team as a testament to their collective effort.
With the tri‑series table now in their favour, Pakistan will next face India in a high‑stakes encounter that could define the remainder of the tournament.