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Pakistan's 331-run chase eclipsed India's 326/8 against England [Source: AFP]
Pakistan have rewritten the record books producing a remarkable run chase against Sri Lanka in the ODI Tri-Series final in Lahore on October 31, 2026.
Chasing 326, Pakistan reached 331/7 in 48.3 overs to seal a three-wicket victory with nine balls remaining. Pakistan also surpassed India's famous NatWest Series final achievement from 2002 to register the highest-ever feat in ODI cricket.
Pakistan topple India's record to script highest chase in ODI tournament finals
Pakistan's 331-run chase eclipsed India's 326/8 against England at Lord's in the 2002 NatWest Series final. Fakhar Zaman led the charge with a magnificent 127 off 99 deliveries, while Saad Baig contributed 74. Arafat Minhas then turned the contest decisively with his 61 off just 31 balls.
Sri Lanka had posted 325/8, powered by Kamindu Mendis' 131 and Pavan Rathnayake's 77. However, Pakistan's middle-order firepower ensured the target was chased down.
Pakistan now leads the chart of records, surpassing an iconic clash between India and England where India's 2002 victory featured Mohammad Kaif's unbeaten 87 and Yuvraj Singh's 69, chasing a target of 326 runs.
Highest Successful Run Chase in ODI Finals (3 or More Team Tournament)
- 331/7 by Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, Lahore, 2026 (T - 326), Tonight*
- 326/8 by India vs England, Lord’s, 2002 (T - 326)
- 316/7 by India vs Pakistan, Dhaka, 1998 (T - 315)
Pakistan topple multiple records with heroic ODI Tri-series final win
The spectacular chase also brought Pakistan closer to multiple other major milestone in ODI cricket. Here is a look at all the major records and milestones achieved by Pakistan during the final.
1. Pakistan Win Their First ODI Tri-Series Since 2008
Pakistan ended an 18-year wait for an ODI tri-series title with their victory over Sri Lanka in Lahore. The last time they won an ODI tri-series was during the 2008 Kitply Cup, where they defeated India in the final at Mirpur in a tournament that also featured Bangladesh.
Since that triumph, Pakistan had not managed to lift another ODI tri-series trophy. Their latest success against Sri Lanka has finally ended that long wait, giving the team another memorable achievement in the 50-over format.
2. Pakistan Register Third-Highest Successful ODI Run Chase In Lahore
Pakistan's successful chase of 331 runs against Sri Lanka ranks as the third-highest successful run chase recorded in Lahore in ODI cricket.
Highest Successful Run Chase in Lahore in ODIs:
- 356/5 - Australia vs England, 2025 (T - 352)
- 349/4 - Pakistan vs Australia, 2022 (T - 349)
- 331/7 - Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 2026 (T - 326), Tonight*
- 316/4 - Australia vs Pakistan, 1998 (T - 316)
The hosts moved past Australia's 316/4 against Pakistan in 1998 but remained behind their own 349/4 against Australia in 2022. Australia's 356/5 against England in 2025 continues to hold the top position on the list.
3. Pakistan Record Second-Highest Successful ODI Chase Against Sri Lanka
Pakistan's 331/7 against Sri Lanka also became the second-highest successful run chase by the team against the island nation in ODI cricket.
Highest Successful Run Chase for Pakistan against Sri Lanka in ODIs:
- 345/4, Hyderabad, 2023 (T - 345)
- 331/7, Lahore, 2026 (T - 326), Tonight*
- 299/5, Karachi, 2019 (T -298) '
- 300/6, Kimberley, 1998 (T - 296)
Their effort came close to surpassing the 345/4 recorded in Hyderabad in 2023, which remains Pakistan's highest successful chase against Sri Lanka. However, the latest total moved ahead of their 299/5 in Karachi in 2019 and 300/6 in Kimberley in 1998.
4. Pakistan Record Highest Sixth-Wicket Partnership Against Sri Lanka At Home
Arafat Minhas and Hasan Nawaz stitched together a crucial 94-run partnership for the sixth wicket, setting a new benchmark for Pakistan against Sri Lanka in home ODIs.
Highest 6th or Lower Wicket Partnerships for Pakistan vs Sri Lanka at home in ODIs:
- 94 - Arafat Minhas & Hasan Nawaz, Lahore, 2026 (6th wicket), Tonight*
- 67 - Imran Khan & Saleem Malik, Faisalabad, 1987 (6th wicket)
- 66* - Salman Ali Agha & Mohammad Nawaz, Rawalpindi, 2025 (6th wicket)
- 66 - Misbah-ul-Haq & Sarfaraz Ahmed, Karachi, 2008 (7th wicket)
The duo surpassed the previous record of 67 runs shared by Imran Khan and Saleem Malik in Faisalabad in 1987. Salman Ali Agha and Mohammad Nawaz had previously held the next-best position with their unbeaten 66-run stand in Rawalpindi in 2025.
5. Pakistan Reach 100 Totals Of 300 Or More In ODI Cricket
Pakistan also reached a significant batting milestone by registering their 100th ODI total of 300 or more runs. They became the fourth team to reach the landmark, joining India (145), Australia (127) and England (111), while South Africa remains ahead of Pakistan with 108 such totals.
Most 300+ Teams Total in ODIs:
- 145 - India
- 127 - Australia
- 111 - England
- 108 - South Africa
- 100 - Pakistan*
With 100 totals of 300 or more now to their name, Pakistan have entered an exclusive group of teams in ODI cricket history.
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