PAK vs SL Match Preview – The Gaddafi Stadium is set to host a high-voltage encounter this Saturday as Pakistan takes on Sri Lanka in the upcoming fixture of the Pakistan T20I Tri-Series 2025. The hosts, led by Salman Agha, are riding a wave of confidence after a solid start to the series, while Dasun Shanaka’s Sri Lanka will be desperate to bounce back from a crushing defeat and keep their campaign alive.
Pakistan enters this contest as the clear favorite. Their recent form has been imperious, with the top order firing and the bowling unit, spearheaded by Shaheen Afridi, looking sharp. In contrast, Sri Lanka is under immense pressure. Their heavy loss to Zimbabwe in the previous game exposed frailties in their batting lineup, and they will need a monumental effort to challenge the home side in their own backyard.
PAK vs SL Match Details
| Feature | Details |
| Match | Pakistan (PAK) vs Sri Lanka (SL) |
| Series | Pakistan T20I Tri-Series 2025 |
| Date & Time | Saturday, November 22, 2025, 06:30 PM |
| Venue | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| Live Telecast | FanCode |
PAK vs SL Head-to-Head Records
Pakistan historically holds the upper hand in T20Is against Sri Lanka, particularly in home conditions. The “Men in Green” have utilized their pace attack effectively against the Lankans in past encounters.
| Format | Matches Played | Pakistan Won | Sri Lanka Won | No Result |
| T20I | 24 | 14 | 10 | 0 |
PAK vs SL Pitch Report: Gaddafi Stadium
The surface at the Gaddafi Stadium is world-renowned as a batter’s paradise. It is a flat track with true bounce, allowing the ball to come onto the bat nicely. High scores are the norm here, and fans can expect a run-fest.
First Innings: Teams will aim for 180+ as a par score.
Bowling: There is very little margin for error for the bowlers. Pacers will need to rely on variations and yorkers in the death overs. Spinners might find some grip in the first innings, but the effect often diminishes later.
Dew Factor: With the match starting at 6:30 PM, dew is expected to play a significant role in the second innings, making it difficult for bowlers to grip the ball. The captain winning the toss is highly likely to bowl first.
PAK vs SL Weather Report
The weather in Lahore on Saturday evening is forecast to be perfect for cricket.
Condition: Clear skies and sunny.
Temperature: Around 24°C at the start of play, dropping to 18°C by the end.
Rain: 0% chance of rain.
Humidity: Moderate (approx. 45-55%).
PAK vs SL Probable Playing11
Based on the squads provided, both teams are likely to field their strongest lineups. Pakistan may stick to their winning combination, while Sri Lanka might shuffle their pack to strengthen their batting.
Pakistan (PAK): Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Salman Agha (c), Usman Khan (wk), Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Abrar Ahmed.
Sri Lanka (SL): Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kusal Perera, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka (c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Nuwan Thushara, Nuwan Thushara/Dushan Hemantha.
PAK vs SL Match Prediction
Pakistan is the favorite to win.
Pakistan’s Strength: Their top-order consistency (Babar Azam and Saim Ayub) combined with a lethal pace attack (Shaheen and Naseem) makes them formidable at home. The conditions at Gaddafi Stadium suit their stroke-makers perfectly.
Sri Lanka’s Challenge: Sri Lanka is struggling for consistency. While they have match-winners like Wanindu Hasaranga and Kusal Mendis, their batting collapse against Zimbabwe is a worrying sign. Unless their top order fires collectively to post a massive total, they will struggle to contain the Pakistani chase, especially with the dew factor.
Prediction: Pakistan to win by a comfortable margin or by 6-7 wickets if chasing.
