Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 3rd Match — Pakistan T20I Tri-Series 2025

Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 3rd Match, Pakistan T20I Tri-Series 2025 — Live Cricket Score & Commentary.

Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi.

Simple preview with clear predictions, easy for everyone to read and use for match tips and fantasy teams.

Introduction

Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 3rd Match, Pakistan T20I Tri-Series 2025 — Pakistan vs Sri Lanka today match prediction, Toss Prediction, is the main focus here.

We explain step-by-step how to think about the game so even school students can follow. This helps with accuracy and confidence in picks.

Key lines: who will win today cricket match PAK vs SL, 100% sure winner Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, Session Lambi pari Tips, CBTF — all explained simply below.

Match Summary

Pakistan will face Sri Lanka in the third match of Pakistan T20I Tri-Series 2025 at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Saturday.

After a five-wicket win over Zimbabwe, Pakistan (Green Shirts) look to stay strong. Sri Lanka need a better batting display after a heavy loss to Zimbabwe.

This preview uses recent form, team lists, and simple stats to make clear predictions for toss, session scores, and match winner.

Teams Preview

This section breaks both teams into easy parts: batting, bowling, and likely XI. Read short paragraphs and bullet points for clarity.

We only use facts you provided to keep things simple and correct. Each team’s key players and recent form are listed below.

Use these notes to help with fantasy teams, session tips, and toss decisions before you pick a Dream11 Grand League squad.

Pakistan Preview

In batting, Pakistan will depend on Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam, Salman Agha and Usman Khan for runs.

Fakhar Zaman scored 44 off 32 in the previous match and Usman Khan made 37* off 28. Mohammad Nawaz supported with an unbeaten 21.

In bowling Pakistan will rely on Shaheen Shah Afridi, Salman Mirza, Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Nawaz and Faheem Ashraf for early wickets.

Pakistan Recent Form

Recent form for Pakistan shows good momentum with wins and some losses around it.

Form snapshot (from provided content): PAK — W W W L L.

Key recent performers: Fakhar Zaman (44), Usman Khan (37*), Mohammad Nawaz (2/22).

Pakistan — Key Players From Previous Game

Short table with runs and bowling figures from the previous Pakistan match. This helps spot form players for today.

Tables below show batting and bowling numbers exactly as provided.

Player	Role	Stat (from last game)
Fakhar Zaman	Batsman	44 (32), SR 137.5
Usman Khan	Batsman	37* (28), SR 132.14
Saim Ayub	Batsman	22 (26)
Mohammad Nawaz	Bowler	4.0 overs, 2-22, Econ 5.5
Shaheen Afridi	Bowler	4.0 overs, 1-34, Econ 8.5
Salman Mirza	Bowler	3.0 overs, 1-21, Econ 7.0

Sri Lanka Preview

Sri Lanka will rely on Kusal Perera, Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Dasun Shanaka and Kamindu Mendis for runs.

In the last match Sri Lanka were dismissed for 95 while chasing 163. Dasun Shanaka top scored with 34 off 25.

Bowling hopes rest on Dushmantha Chameera, Nuwan Thushara, Mahesh Theekshana, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dasun Shanaka and Eshan Malinga.

Sri Lanka Recent Form

Recent form for Sri Lanka is worrying based on the provided notes: SL — L L L L W.

Wanindu Hasaranga (3/32) and Eshan Malinga (2/27) were the main positives in bowling last time.

Captain Dasun Shanaka will need the batsmen to step up for a better showing against Pakistan.

Sri Lanka — Key Players From Previous Game

Table lists batting and bowling numbers from Sri Lanka’s previous match as provided.

Use these to spot who is in form or who struggled recently.

Player	Role	Stat (from last game)
Dasun Shanaka	Batsman (capt)	34 (25), SR 136
Bhanuka Rajapaksa	Batsman	11 (18)
Kamindu Mendis	Batsman	9 (9)
Wanidu Hasaranga	Bowler	4.0 overs, 3-32, Econ 8.0
Eshan Malinga	Bowler	4.0 overs, 2-27, Econ 6.75
Maheesh Theekshana	Bowler	4.0 overs, 1-30, Econ 7.5

Head to Head & Recent Meetings

Both teams have faced off 24 times in T20 history. Pakistan has the edge with 14 wins to Sri Lanka’s 10.

From the last meeting listed, Pakistan beat Sri Lanka by 5 wickets (Pakistan 138/5 in 18.0 chasing 133/8 in 20.0).

Head-to-head form and past wins are simple ways to judge likely confidence and pressure for both sides.

Pitch and Weather Conditions

Rawalpindi Stadium report shows a balanced pitch but the venue has been good for chasing in this tri-series.

Weather forecast from your content shows clear skies and light winds on match day. No rain expected.

Average first innings score in the two completed matches at Rawalpindi in this series is about 155 runs.

Condition	Details
Pitch	Balanced — High scoring, good pace bounce, average spin turn
Weather	Clear skies, light winds, no rain (as provided)
Avg 1st Innings	~155 (from two completed matches)

Winning Prediction (Simple)

Based on current form in your content, Pakistan are the clear favorites to win this match against Sri Lanka.

Pakistan’s batting and Mohammad Nawaz’s bowling form are positive signs for the hosts in Rawalpindi.

Expect Pakistan to register a comfortable win over Sri Lanka if they play to form.

Session / Lambi Pari Predictions

Powerplay (first 6 overs) expected scoring range: 45–60 runs depending on fielding and bowling early breakthroughs.

First innings predicted score range: 150–165 based on average series scores and pitch balance from your notes.

For “Lambi Pari” session tips: back the top form batters (Fakhar Zaman, Usman Khan, Dasun Shanaka) in short bursts and power plays.

Dream11 Grand League — Suggested Team (Use players from provided list)

Choose a bold mix of in-form batters, wicketkeepers, all-rounders, and strike bowlers to stand out in Grand League ranks.

Suggested Dream11 Grand League XI (pick as per your platform rules):

• Salman Agha (c) — Pakistan (captain pick)
• Usman Khan (wk) — Pakistan
• Babar Azam — Pakistan
• Fakhar Zaman — Pakistan
• Dasun Shanaka — Sri Lanka
• Kusal Mendis — Sri Lanka
• Mohammad Nawaz — Pakistan (all-rounder)
• Wanindu Hasaranga — Sri Lanka (bowling impact)
• Shaheen Shah Afridi — Pakistan
• Eshan Malinga — Sri Lanka
• Naseem Shah / Salman Mirza — Pakistan (choose one for wicket-taking chances)

Use this mix to create several GL variations by swapping one or two players to cover match uncertainty.