Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Prediction & Match Preview – T20I Tri-Series Final

Pakistan and Sri Lanka meet in the final of the Pakistan T20I Tri-Series at Rawalpindi, a rematch of the game that decided who would join the hosts in the showpiece. Sri Lanka won that contest by six runs in a must-win situation, holding their nerve to finish second in the standings.

Kamil Mishara was the star of that win, scoring 76 off 48 balls, and Kusal Mendis added a steady 40 as Sri Lanka reached 184/5. Defending the total, Dushmantha Chameera removed Sahibzada Farhan, Babar Azam and Fakhar Zaman in a new-ball burst. Captain Salman Agha made a vital half-century to keep Pakistan in the chase, but with 10 needed off the last over, Chameera conceded only three runs and took another wicket.

For the final, Pakistan will lean on Farhan, Saim Ayub and Babar at the top, with Agha, Usman Khan and Fakhar in the middle order, and Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Nawaz and Faheem Ashraf adding bowling depth. Sri Lanka will count on Pathum Nissanka and Mishara up front, Dasun Shanaka and Wanindu Hasaranga for balance, and Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana and Eshan Malinga to hunt wickets.

Probable playing XI

Pitch report

Rawalpindi’s pitch is usually friendly to batters, with good bounce and true carry that encourage strokeplay and big totals. Seamers can get early movement with the new ball, particularly if there is cloud or moisture, but the surface flattens out as the innings goes on. Spinners may pick up some help once it slows slightly. Chasing has been a popular choice in limited-overs games here.

Weather

Calm, clear conditions are forecast for the evening, with temperatures of 21–24°C. Rain is very unlikely, as late November is typically dry in Rawalpindi, and a light breeze should not affect play.

Expected scores

• 1st innings: 155–175
• 2nd innings: 150–165