Fresh off a series victory against South Africa, a confident Pakistan takes on Sri Lanka in the first ODI at Rawalpindi. The hosts aim to continue their winning momentum at home, while the visitors look to adapt quickly to the conditions and start the series on a high.
PAK vs SL Win Probability
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PAK vs SL Batting Tips
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 1st ODI Match Details
| Match | Sri Lanka Tour of Pakistan, 1st ODI |
| Date | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 |
| Time | 03:00 PM (IST), 03:30 PM (LOCAL) |
| Venue | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
| Live Streaming (TV) | NA |
| Live Streaming (Mobile) | FanCode |
PAK vs SL Today Match Prediction & Analysis (Who Will Win?)
Pakistan are the clear favourites to take a 1-0 lead in the series. The hosts are riding high on confidence from their recent ODI series win against South Africa and have a dominant historical record against Sri Lanka. Playing at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, where they have won their last four ODIs, gives them a significant home advantage. Sri Lanka will need to produce something special to overcome Pakistan’s in-form and experienced lineup.
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Head to Head (in ODIs)
| Total Match Played | 157 |
| PAK Won | 93 |
| SL Won | 59 |
| Draw | 00 |
PAK vs SL Teams Preview (Top Players to Watch)
Pakistan
The hosts boast a formidable and balanced team.Their batting is powerful, with the explosive opening pair of Fakhar Zaman and Saim Ayub, followed by the prolific Babar Azam and the reliable Mohammad Rizwan. The bowling attack is potent, led by captain Shaheen Afridi, with strong support from Naseem Shah and Haris Rauf.
Pakistan Predicted Playing XI:
Shaheen Shah Afridi (c), Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Salman Agha, Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Nawaz, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed
Top Player to Watch: Babar Azam
Sri Lanka
The visitors will rely on their key performers.Their batting is anchored by captain Charith Asalanka, who is in excellent form, with support from Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis. The bowling will depend on the pace of Asitha Fernando, the leading wicket-taker, and the spin of Wanindu Hasaranga.
SL Predicted Playing XI:
Charith Asalanka (c), Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Kamindu Mendis, Janith Layenge, Asitha Fernando, Dushmantha Chameera, Mahesh Theekshana, Wanindu Hasaranga, Pramod Madushan
Top Player to Watch: Charith Asalanka
PAK vs SL Weather & Pitch Report
The Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium offers a balanced surface that is generally good for batting. The average first-innings score is 242, and the venue has historically favored chasing teams, with the last four ODIs won by the side batting second.
The forecast for Rawalpindi is excellent for cricket, with sunny skies and a gentle breeze expected throughout the day.
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Dream11 Team
- Wicket-keeper: Mohammad Rizwan, Kusal Mendis
- Batter: Babar Azam (C), Fakhar Zaman, Charith Asalanka (VC)
- All-rounder: Wanindu Hasaranga, Salman Agha
- Bowler: Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Asitha Fernando, Mahesh Theekshana
Pro Tip: Always check your Dream11 team after the playing 11 is announced. It usually happens about half an hour before the match starts. So, after 2:00 PM (IST), review the playing 11 and compare it with your fantasy team to make sure everything matches.
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