Overview:
Sri Lanka’s last outing in the 50-over format was against Zimbabwe, where they secured wins in both matches. They will aim to continue that strong form as they take on Pakistan.
The first ODI of the three-match series will see Pakistan (PAK) take on the visiting Sri Lanka (SL) at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi on Tuesday, November 11.
In 2025, Pakistan have struggled in ODIs, winning only four out of 14 matches. They did bounce back to beat South Africa 2-1 in a recent home series. Hasan Nawaz has been left out of the squad for the upcoming ODI and T20I fixtures.
Sri Lanka’s last outing in the 50-over format was against Zimbabwe, where they secured wins in both matches. They will aim to continue that strong form as they take on Pakistan.
Pitch Report
The pitch at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium is likely to be batting-friendly, though the new ball may offer movement early on. Dew could play a role later in the match.
PAK vs SL ODI head-to-head records
In ODIs, Pakistan and Sri Lanka have faced each other 157 times. Pakistan lead the head-to-head with 93 wins, while Sri Lanka have claimed 59 victories. Four matches ended with no result, and one match was tied. Pakistan hold the historical advantage, but Sri Lanka will be eager to narrow the gap in the upcoming clash.
| Matches Played | Pakistan won | Sri Lanka won | No Result | Tied |
| 157 | 93 | 59 | 4 | 1 |
PAK vs SL match prediction
Scenario 1
Pakistan win the toss and choose to bowl first
50-60: Powerplay score
240-250: Final total
Pakistan win the match
Scenario 2
Sri Lanka win the toss and decide to bowl first
40-55: Powerplay score
230-245: Final total
Sri Lanka win the match
PAK vs SL Probable Top Performers
Key Batter to Watch Out For: Saim Ayub
Saim Ayub bounced back from a below-par Asia Cup showing with a stellar ODI series against South Africa, racking up 169 runs in three innings at an average of 56.33.
Key Bowler to Watch Out For: Wanindu Hasaranga
Wanindu Hasaranga could be Sri Lanka’s key threat in the first ODI versus Pakistan. The spinner will look to capitalise following a standout Asia Cup performance where he claimed eight wickets.
PAK vs SL: Predicted Playing 11s
Sri Lanka:Charith Asalanka (c), Janith Liyanage, Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (w), Kamindu Mendis, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Asitha Fernando, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jeffrey Vandersay, Pramod Madushan
Pakistan: Fakhar Zaman, Agha Salman, Hussain Talat, Mohammad Nawaz, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan (WK), Naseem Shah, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi (C), Abrar Ahmed