Sri Lanks vs Pakistan 2017, 2nd T20I: 5 talking points

#1 So near and yet so far

Thisara Perera picked up three wickets

This was the best chance for the islanders to level the series, as they tightened the noose on the hosts with some exemplary bowling. They picked up wickets at regular intervals, Thisara Perera being the top-performer among the bowlers, with three wickets to his name.

However, with 12 runs needed from the final over, Pakistan snatched victory from the jaws of defeat. Shadab Khan, who dropped a ball earlier, hit a vital six under tremendous pressure.

With only one match to go, Pakistan has clinched the T20I series. Nothing seems to be going Sri Lanka's way right now.