Udara’s 91 lifts Sri Lanka to 182-8 against Pakistan in first T20I

Lahiru Udara struck a blistering 91 to propel Sri Lanka to 182-8 after they won the toss in the opening match of the three-game Twenty20 International series at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Friday. The right-hander smashed 11 fours and a six in his 55-ball knock to revive the innings after an early wobble, while Pakistan pacer Naseem Shah claimed three wickets despite an expensive spell. Sri Lanka reached 52-2 in the powerplay as debutant Imran Randhawa and Naseem struck early. The momentum shifted immediately after the fielding restrictions were lifted, however, with Kamindu Mendis and…