Pakistan beat Sri Lanka but crash out of T20 World Cup; NZ enter semis on NRR

 Pakistan’s T20 World Cup journey ended despite a thrilling five-run victory over Sri Lanka. Needing to restrict Sri Lanka to 147 or less, Pakistan’s bowlers conceded 207, falling short on net run rate. New Zealand secured the semifinal spot. Sahibzada Farhan’s century was a highlight for Pakistan. Pakistan’s T20 World Cup journey ended despite a thrilling five-run victory over Sri Lanka. Needing to restrict Sri Lanka to 147 or less, Pakistan’s bowlers conceded 207, falling short on net run rate. New Zealand secured the semifinal spot. Sahibzada Farhan’s century was a highlight for Pakistan.