Pathum Nissanka Powers Sri Lanka to Super Eights with Stunning Century

Sri Lanka's Pathum Nissanka delivered a blistering performance with the bat, scoring an unbeaten 52-ball century to lead his team to a stunning eight-wicket victory over Australia in the T20 World Cup. Chasing a daunting target of 182, Sri Lanka completed their task in just 18 overs.

The match, played at the Pallekele International Stadium, saw Nissanka and Kusal Mendis forge a crucial 97-run partnership for the second wicket. Mendis contributed a valuable 38-ball 51, keeping Sri Lanka ahead in the chase, while Pavan Rathnayake remained not out on 28.

Australia, now on the edge of elimination, must achieve a massive victory against Oman and hope for favorable results elsewhere to keep their qualification hopes alive. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka's victory takes them into the Super Eights with confidence.