Our Pakistan vs Sri Lanka match prediction points toward the hosts, who carry a 53% win probability against 47% for the visitors. Pakistan arrive after an 82-run victory in the 2nd T20I, powered by Maaz Sadaqat’s 96 off 51 balls, while Sri Lanka slumped to 133/7 chasing 216. This preview covers the pitch, weather, head-to-head record, squads, fantasy cricket tips, the likely playing XI battle and a full PAK vs SL prediction table for the 3rd T20I in Rawalpindi.
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Match Details
Match | Pakistan vs Sri Lanka | 3rd T20I | Sri Lanka tour of Pakistan |
Date | 13/10/2026 (Tuesday) |
Time | BDT 7:00 PM / PKT 6:00 PM / INR 6:30 PM |
Format | T20 |
Venue | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium |
Recent performance | Pakistan – A W L W W, Sri Lanka – A L W L L |
PAK vs SL Sri Lanka tour of Pakistan 2026: Live Streaming & Broadcast Info
Broadcast and streaming availability for the 3rd T20I varies by region, so fans should check the options below for their location.
- Pakistan: PTV Sports, A Sports (TV) | Tapmad, Tamasha, PCB Live App (Streaming)
- India: Veto (Streaming)
- Australia & New Zealand: Fox Sports (TV & Streaming for Australia)
- USA & Canada: Willow TV (TV) | Cricbuzz, PCB OTT (Streaming)
- United Kingdom: ARY Digital / ARY UK (TV) | PCB Live App (Streaming)
- Bangladesh: T Sports (TV) | Tapmad (Streaming)
- Sri Lanka: Dialog, SLT-MOBITEL PEO TV, Siyatha TV (TV) | Dialog, PEO TV (Streaming)
- MENA: Cricbuzz (Streaming)
- Worldwide: Matches available via Sports Live Hub for global streaming access across regions.
Click here to watch the Live Stream on Sports Live Hub (SLH)
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Toss Prediction
Pakistan are tipped to win the toss and bat first. Their 215/3 on this pitch last time showed how a big total pressures Sri Lanka’s chasers. Evening dew could ease a chase later on, but a strong score should still keep conditions working in Pakistan’s favour.
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
No official curator note was available at the time of writing, so this pitch report leans on recent evidence. The most recent T20I on this surface produced 215/3 in one innings and 133/7 in the other, a sign that bold shot-making is rewarded while teams that wobble in the chase get punished. Expect pace to offer something early, spin to squeeze through the middle overs, and a competitive total somewhere near the 190 to 200 range.
Weather Report
Since temperature and dew data weren’t supplied, this weather report is best read as a general indication of conditions. The 6:00 PM local start means the game is played under lights, and any evening dew would make the ball slippery for bowlers and tempt captains toward chasing. Even so, Pakistan’s expected decision to bat first suggests they trust their power hitting more than any late-evening moisture.
PAK vs SL Head-to-Head Records
Matches Played | 32 |
Pakistan Won | 20 |
Sri Lanka Won | 12 |
Tied | 0 |
No Result | 1 |
First-ever Fixture | September 17, 2007 |
Most-recent Fixture | October 11, 2026 |
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Team Preview & Squads
Pakistan
Sahibzada Farhan leads Pakistan into this preview with plenty of belief after the 82-run win. As captain and a key batter, his calm presence at the top sets the tone, and the hosts will lean on his example to keep the tempo high from the first over. The batting order is anchored by Farhan and Maaz Sadaqat, whose 96 off 51 balls earned Player of the Match and the Cricinfo MVP award with 90.62 points. Fakhar Zaman is tipped to top the run charts and hit the most sixes, while Hasan Nawaz and Abdul Samad add depth for a finishing push.
Saim Ayub is the key all-rounder, and Salman Mirza is predicted to lead the wicket column. Naseem Shah, Abrar Ahmed, Shadab Khan and Sufyan Moqim give the attack a healthy mix of pace and spin, which could matter if dew arrives.
Pakistan Squads
Sahibzada Farhan, Abdul Samad, Abrar Ahmed, Arafat Minhas, Fakhar Zaman, Hasan Nawaz, Khawaja Nafay, Maaz Sadaqat, Mohammad Imran, Naseem Shah, Razaullah, Saim Ayub, Salman Mirza, Shadab Khan, Sufyan Moqim
Sri Lanka
Kusal Mendis faces a captaincy test after a heavy defeat. Sri Lanka need clearer plans with the ball up front and sharper decisions in the middle overs, because one more slow start could hand Pakistan another comfortable evening. Sineth Jayawardena is the key batter and the predicted top run-scorer and six-hitter. After collapsing to 133/7 in pursuit of 216, the batting group needs Kamil Mishara, Dasun Shanaka and Kamindu Mendis to bring more intent and avoid losing wickets in clusters.
Kamindu Mendis is the key all-rounder, Maheesh Theekshana leads the spin department, and Binura Fernando is tipped as the top wicket-taker. Dushmantha Chameera, Nuwan Thushara and Eshan Malinga add pace, while Dunith Wellalage offers variety.
Sri Lanka Squads
Kusal Mendis, Sahan Arachchige, Dushmantha Chameera, Binura Fernando, Eshan Malinga, Kamindu Mendis, Kamil Mishara, Dasun Shanaka, Sineth Jayawardena, Maheesh Theekshana, Nuwan Thushara, Lahiru Udara, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Dunith Wellalage, Chamindu Wickramasinghe
PAK vs SL Prediction
Event | Pakistan | Sri Lanka |
Toss Winner | Pakistan | – |
Player of the Match | Fakhar Zaman | – |
Top Run Scorer | Fakhar Zaman | Sineth Jayawardena |
Top Wicket Taker | Salman Mirza | Binura Fernando |
Most Sixes | Fakhar Zaman | Sineth Jayawardena |
Predicted Score | 200+ | 190+ |
Win Probability | 53% | 47% |
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Winning Prediction
Pakistan edge out Sri Lanka in our last prediction for this contest, carrying a 53% win probability against the opposition’s 47%.Pakistan’s batting depth, fresh momentum and the template of setting a big total give them the edge, though Sri Lanka’s powerful lineup can still make this close. Do you think the visitors can bounce back in Rawalpindi? Share your view, and follow JeetBuzz for more updates, stats and expert analysis.
FAQ: Sri Lanka tour of Pakistan 2026 3rd T20I
What time does the 3rd T20I start in India?
The match starts at 6:30 PM IST on October 13, 2026.
Where can fans in India stream Pakistan vs Sri Lanka?
The match is available to stream live on Sports Live Hub (SLH).
Who are the captains for the 3rd T20I?
Sahibzada Farhan captains Pakistan and Kusal Mendis captains Sri Lanka.