Pakistan will face Sri Lanka at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi for the 3rd Match of the Pakistan T20I Tri-Series 2025. This promises to be an exciting encounter as Sri Lanka looks to continue their winning momentum in the tri-series against Pakistan.
The head-to-head record between these two teams shows competitive cricket with Sri Lanka holding a slight edge. Pakistan have won 1 of their last 5 matches against Sri Lanka (with 4 losses), while Sri Lanka have won 2 of their recent matches in the last 5 encounters, demonstrating their recent dominance.
PAK vs SL 3rd T20I Match Preview
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, will host this crucial third match of the tri-series. The venue has historically favoured chasing teams with competitive T20 matches.
Pakistan comes into this match after winning the first match of the series against Zimbabwe. Sri Lanka comes into this match after losing its last match against Zimbabwe by 67 runs.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Pakistan vs Sri Lanka |
| Date | November 22nd, 2025 |
| Time | 6:30 PM IST, 6:00 PM LOCAL |
| Venue | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
| Tournament | Pakistan T20I Tri-Series 2025 |
Pitch Report
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Expected to be a balanced wicket favoring batsmen |
| Average Score | Moderate scoring expected with good batting conditions |
| Favors | Balanced conditions for both batsmen and bowlers |
| Surface | Good batting surface with some assistance for pacers |
| Weather Impact | Sunny weather with 0% precipitation chance |
| Toss Factor | Teams prefer to chase in T20Is at this venue |
Weather Report
| Condition | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 20°C with sunny weather expected, highs of 21°C forecast |
| Humidity | 41% – Moderate humidity levels |
| Wind Speed | 10 km/h – Light to moderate winds |
| Rain Chance | 0% precipitation expected – no rain threat |
| Overall | Clear sunny conditions favorable for both batting and bowling |
Toss Prediction
The team winning the toss is likely to bowl first, as chasing has been the preferred strategy in recent T20 matches. The team winning the toss is expected to bowl first.
Injury Updates
Pakistan are expected to field their full-strength squad with no major injury concerns. Sri Lanka will be without Wanindu Hasaranga, who has been ruled out due to a hamstring injury picked up during the ODI series.
Vijayakanth Viyaskanth has been added to the squad as cover for Hasaranga. Charith Asalanka is also missing due to illness, with Dasun Shanaka filling in as captain.
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PAK vs SL Head-to-Head Records
- PAK beat SL by 5 wickets: PAK – 138/5 (18), SL – 133/8 (20) (23 Sep, 2025)
- SL beat PAK by 23 runs: PAK – 147/10 (20), SL – 170/6 (20) (11 Sep, 2022)
- SL beat PAK by 5 wickets: PAK – 121/10 (19.1), SL – 124/5 (17) (09 Sep, 2022)
- SL beat PAK by 13 runs: PAK – 134/6 (20), SL – 147/7 (20) (09 Oct, 2019)
- SL beat PAK by 35 runs: PAK – 147/10 (19), SL – 182/6 (20) (07 Oct, 2019)
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Top Picks For The Match
| Player | Reason |
|---|---|
| M Nawaz (Captain) | Scored 63 runs and took 6 wickets in 5 matches |
| S Ayub (Vice Captain) | Scored 144 runs and took 3 wickets in 5 matches |
| Dasun Shanaka | Scored 120 runs and took 4 wickets in 5 matches |
| Maheesh Theekshana | Took 5 wickets in 5 matches |
| Kusal Mendis | Scored 114 runs in 5 matches |
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