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SL vs PAK Dream11 Prediction, Match 50, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Injury Updates, Pitch Report for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026

SL vs PAK Dream11 Prediction, Match 50, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Injury Updates, Pitch Report for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026

Sri Lanka is set to face Pakistan in the 50th T20 match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele, on Saturday, February 28.

Preview

In the 50th T20 match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, Sri Lanka (SL) is set to face Pakistan (PAK). Sri Lanka had a very poor performance in the last match, suffering a 61-run defeat against New Zealand. After getting a target of 168 runs, Sri Lanka were scoring only 107 runs. However, Kamindu Mendis played an innings of 31 runs in 23 balls, while in the bowling department, Maheesh Theekshana and Dushmantha Chameera took three wickets each.

On the other hand, Pakistan also faced disappointment in their last encounter, going down by two wickets against England. Batting first, Pakistan posted 164 runs, which England successfully chased in 19.1 overs. Sahibzada Farhan stood out with a solid 63-run knock, while Shaheen Afridi impressed with the ball, picking up four wickets. Furthermore, according to calculations, Pakistan will need to win this match by 65 runs or reach the target in 13.1 overs to secure a place in the semi-finals.


Match Information

Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, Super 8 Group 2 (Y3 v Y4)

ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, 28 Feb 2026, Sat, 7:00 PM IST ,Kandy


Probable PlayingXI

Pakistan

Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Agha Salman(C), Babar Azam, FK Zaman, Usman Khan, SH Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Naseem Shah, S Afridi, Usman Tariq

Bench:Khawaja Nafay, Faheem Ashraf, Abrar Ahmed, Salman Mirza

Sri Lanka

Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, C Asalanka, Pavan Rathnayake, PHKD Mendis, D Shanaka(C), MADI Hemantha, Dunith Wellalage, D Chameera, M Theekshana, D Madushanka

Bench:K Mendis, K Perera, J Liyanage, Matheesha Pathirana, PM Liyanagamage


Injury News- (Will be added when there is an update)
Weather Report- Clear
Win Prediction- Pakistan
Pitch Condition- Average
Avg 1st Inning Score- 155


Pitch Report

The surface at Pallekele offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. The pitch generally provides good bounce and pace, enabling batters to score freely during the power-play. However, recent matches suggest that bowlers have had a greater impact, making run-scoring comparatively challenging. Spinners, in particular, have played a crucial role in the middle overs, consistently taking wickets and applying pressure on the batting side.

Captains- 7

Sahibzada Farhan PAK | bat

Sahibzada Farhan is an excellent batter. He performed outstandingly well in the recent past. Farhan has scored 297 runs in the last 9 games, including 63 runs against New Zealand in the previous game.

Pathum Nissanka SL | BATTER

Pathum Nissanka has performed well in the recent past. He has scored 288 runs in the last 10 games with a strike rate of 150. Nissanka is capable of performing well and winning games for the team.


Avoid Player Message- 7.5

Usman Khan- PAK | BAT- 7.5 

Dushan Hemantha- SL | ALL


Mega League

Players-11/11

Team 1- 5 : 6

CreditsLeft- 14.5/100


Kamil Mishara- 8
Sahibzada Farhan- 7
Saim Ayub- 7
Agha Salman- 9

Shadab Khan- 8.5
Kamindu Mendis- 9

Maheesh Theekshana- 8.5
Usman Tariq- 5.5
Dushmantha Chameera- 7.5
Dunith Wellalage- 7

Head To Head

Players- 11/11

Team 1- 6 : 5

CreditsLeft- 11.5/100


Kamil Mishara- 8
Babar Azam- 9
Sahibzada Farhan- 7
Charith Asalanka- 8
Agha Salman- 9

Shadab Khan- 8.5

Maheesh Theekshana- 8.5
Usman Tariq- 5.5
Dushmantha Chameera- 7.5
Shaheen Afridi- 9

FAQs – SL vs PAK Match 50, T20 World Cup 2026

1. When and where will the Sri Lanka vs Pakistan match be played?

The match will be held on February 28, 2026, at 7:00 PM IST at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele (Kandy).

2. What is the pitch report for the Pallekele Stadium?

The pitch offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. Batters can score freely in the powerplay, but spinners tend to dominate in the middle overs. The average first-innings score is around 155.

3. Why is this match crucial for Pakistan?

Pakistan must win by 65 runs or chase the target within 13.1 overs to secure a place in the semi-finals based on qualification calculations.


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