Pakistan (PAK) takes on the visiting team Sri Lanka (SL) in the first ODI of the three-match series, at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi, on Tuesday, November 11.
In the ODIs, the hosts have played 14 ODIs this year, winning just four of those. In their recent home series against South Africa, the Men in Green won the three-match fixture by a 2-1 margin. Notably, the team has dropped batter Hasan Nawaz from their upcoming ODI and T20I series later this month
Meanwhile, Sri Lanka last played in the 50-over format against Zimbabwe and won both games. The visiting team will be looking to carry the same form against Pakistan and display their best cricket forward.
PAK vs SL — Match Details
| Match | Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 1st ODI, Sri Lanka tour of Pakistan 2025 |
| Date and Time | Tuesday, November 11; 3:00 pm (IST) |
| Venue | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium |
| Live Broadcast and Streaming | Sony Sports & Fancode (app and website) |
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium — Pitch Report
The Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium is expected to provide a decent surface for batting. However, the new ball might swing around for a couple of overs. Dew could be a factor, especially in the second innings. The captain who wins the toss would want to bowl first.
PAK vs SL — Head-to-Head Record in ODIs
| Matches Played | 157 |
| Won by Pakistan | 93 |
| Won by Sri Lanka | 59 |
| No Result | 4 |
| Tied | 1 |
| First-ever fixture | June 14, 1975 |
| Most-recent fixture | October 10, 2023 |
PAK vs SL — Probable Playing XIs
Pakistan
Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan (WK), Agha Salman, Hussain Talat, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi (C), Naseem Shah, Abrar Ahmed
Sri Lanka
Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis(w), Charith Asalanka(c), Janith Liyanage, Kamindu Mendis, Asitha Fernando, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Jeffrey Vandersay, Pramod Madushan
PAK vs SL — Probable Best Performers of the Match
Probable Best Batter — Saim Ayub
Following a poor run in the Asia Cup 2025, star opener Saim Ayub made a roaring comeback in the ODI series against South Africa. In three innings, the southpaw scored 169 runs at an average of 56.33 and a strike rate of 94.94. Ayub will be riding high on confidence and play a similar brand of cricket.
Probable Best Bowler — Wanindu Hasaranga
Sri Lanka’s Wanindu Hasaranga could be the best bowler in the upcoming first ODI against Pakistan. The spinner will look to make good use of the track. Hasaranga was also the team’s highest wicket-taker in the Asia Cup, with eight scalps under his belt.
Today’s Match Prediction: Team bowling first to win the match
Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.
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