Pakistan and Sri Lanka will face off in the 1st ODI. Both teams are playing at their best, which makes this PAK vs SL Match Prediction even more exciting. Sri Lanka have usually struggled to beat Pakistan, and in current form, Pakistan have a better chance of winning.
PAK vs SL Match Prediction, Match Details:
| Location | Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan |
| Venue | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium |
| Date & Time | 18th Oct/ 01:00 PM PST LOCAL Time |
| Streaming | Star Sports |
| Establish | 1992 |
| Capacity | 15,000 |
| Owner | Pakistan Cricket Board |
| Home Team | Rawalpindiz |
| End Name | Pavilion End & Shell End |
| Flood Light | Yes |
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, ODI Head-to-Head Records:
| Total Match | 160 |
| PAK | 96 |
| SL | 59 |
| No Result | 4 |
| Tie | 1 |
Team Form (Last Five Matches, Most Recent First)
| PAK | W L W L W |
| SL | NR A L W L |
PAK vs SL Last Five Head-to-Head Records:
| Teams | Win | Date |
| PAK vs SL | PAK | 16/11/2025 |
| PAK vs SL | PAK | 14/11/2025 |
| PAK vs SL | PAK | 11/11/2025 |
| PAK vs SL | PAK | 10/10/2023 |
| PAK vs SL | SL | 14/09/2023 |
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Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, Weather Report:
| Temperature | 28° |
| Humidity | 45% |
| Wind Speed | 6 km/hr |
| Cloud Cover | 0% |
PAK vs SL, Pitch Report:
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium is a great venue for cricket matches. The pitch here is very well maintained. Recent pitch records suggest the toss winner should bat first. Fast bowlers perform well early in the match. Later, as the pitch slows, spinners can get more turn and bounce. This makes batting difficult and helps bowlers take wickets more easily.
Match Performance:
| Total Matches Played | 31 |
| 1st Batting Team Won | 12 |
| 2nd Batting Team Won | 18 |
| No Result | 1 |
| Average Batting Score | 242 |
| Highest Score | 337/3 |
| Lowest Score | 104/10 |
| Pitch Report | Bowling Pitch |
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, Playing 11:
Pakistan (PAK): Shaheen Shah Afridi (C), Abrar Ahmed, Arafat Minhas, Babar Azam, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Ghazi Ghori, Haris Rauf, Hasan Nawaz, Naseem Shah, Saim Ayub.
Sri Lanka (SL): Kusal Mendis (C), Sahan Arachchige, Dushmantha Chameera, Sachindu Colombage, Asitha Fernando, Avishka Fernando, Janith Liyanage, Dilshan Madushanka, Eshan Malinga, Kamindu Mendis, Pathum Nissanka.
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India vs Sri Lanka, Betting Tips:
| Tips | Bet |
| Who Will Win The Toss | Sri Lanka |
| Match Winner | Pakistan |
| Total Boundaries | 35+ |
| Player Of The Match | Babar Azam |
| 1st Innings Total | 270+ |
| Most Wicket Taker | Shaheen Shah Afridi |
My prediction
- Pakistan will win this match.
FAQs
1. Who will win the 1st ODI match?
Pakistan are predicted to win the opening ODI because of their strong head-to-head record and balanced squad. However, Sri Lanka can challenge Pakistan with strong batting and bowling performances.
2. Where will the match be played?
The match will take place at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan. The venue is known for hosting international cricket matches and offers an exciting atmosphere for players and fans.
3. Who is the key player to watch?
Babar Azam is one of the key players to watch. His batting skills, consistency, and experience could help Pakistan build a competitive total and strengthen their chances of victory.
4. What are the pitch conditions?
The Rawalpindi pitch may provide assistance to fast bowlers early in the innings, while spinners could become effective later. Teams should assess the conditions carefully before deciding their batting strategy.
5. What is the final match prediction?
Pakistan are the favourites to win the match based on the provided statistics and recent head-to-head results. However, Sri Lanka could turn the game around with disciplined bowling, strong partnerships, and effective fielding.