PAK vs SL Dream11 Prediction, Dream11 Playing XI, Today Match 1st, Pakistan ODI Tri-Nation Series 2026
Dream11 fantasy XI tips and guide for the 1st ODI of the Pakistan ODI Tri-Nation Series 2026 between PAK vs SL to be played in Rawalpindi.
A highly-anticipated ODI tri-series is all set to get underway in Pakistan. This tri-series will be played between Pakistan, England, and Sri Lanka. There will be six group matches, and the two teams to finish at the top will meet in the final.
The first game of the tri-series will be played between Pakistan and Sri Lanka. This contest will start at 1:30 PM IST on Sunday at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. These two sides met in a three-match T20Is last week in Rawalpindi.
Pakistan thrashed Sri Lanka 2-1 and will look to start with a win. For Sri Lanka, a win in the final game must have given some confidence, but their batting was disappointing in the series. So, they need to address these concerns.
For Pakistan, Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, and other key names will be back, and everyone is expecting a packed house in Rawalpindi.
PAK vs SL: Match Details
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- Match: Pakistan (PAK) vs Pakistan (SL), 1st ODI, Pakistan ODI Tri-Nation Series 2026
- Match Date: October 18, 2026 (Sunday)
- Time: 1:30 PM (Indian Standard Time) / 8:00 AM GMT / 1:00 PM LOCAL
- Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
PAK vs SL: Head-to-head: PAK (96) – SL (59)
These two sides have played 160 ODIs so far. Pakistan have recorded 96 wins, Sri Lanka have won 59 matches, and five games have ended without a result.
PAK vs SL: Weather Report
The forecast predicts sunny and clear weather for Sunday in Rawalpindi. The highest temperature is likely to touch 29°C, with an average humidity ranging between 30 and 40 percent.
PAK vs SL: Pitch Report
The wicket in Rawalpindi is good for batting, and we might see a good-scoring game. There is some seam movement early on, while the wicket is likely to produce some turn and grip for the spinner due to dry and hot weather conditions. The toss will be crucial, because the chasing team will have better playing conditions for this game.
PAK vs SL: Predicted XIs:
Pakistan: Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Salman Agha, Hasan Nawaz, Ghazi Ghori (wk), Shadab Khan, Shaheen Afridi (c), Naseem Shah, Abrar Ahmed, Haris Rauf.
Sri Lanka: Kusal Mendis (c & wk), Lahiru Udara, Kamil Mishara, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Janith Liyanage, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanaka.
Suggested Dream11 Fantasy Team No. 1 PAK vs SL Dream11:
Wicket-keeper: Kusal Mendis
Batters: Babar Azam, Kamil Mishara
All-rounders: Saim Ayub, Dasun Shanaka, Shadab Khan, Salman Agha, Kamindu Mendis
Bowlers: Abrar Ahmed, Shaheen Afridi, Dunith Wellalage
Captain First-Choice: Kusal Mendis || Captain Second-Choice: Shadab Khan
Vice-Captain First-Choice: Babar Azam || Vice-captain Second-Choice: Kamindu Mendis
Suggested Dream11 Fantasy Team No. 2 PAK vs SL Dream11:
Wicket-keeper: Kusal Mendis
Batter: Babar Azam
All-rounders: Saim Ayub, Dasun Shanaka, Shadab Khan, Salman Agha, Kamindu Mendis, Janith Liyalage
Bowlers: Abrar Ahmed, Shaheen Afridi, Dunith Wellalage
Captain First-Choice: Salman Agha || Captain Second-Choice: Dunith Wellalage
Vice-Captain First-Choice: Dasun Shanaka || Vice-captain Second-Choice: Saim Ayub
PAK vs SL: Dream11 Prediction – Who Will Win?
Sri Lanka are missing Hasaranga and Nissanka, and they will have some backup players in the playing XI. Pakistan, on the other hand, have a full-strength side, and they are pretty good in home conditions. Hence, we back Pakistan to win the first ODI in Rawalpindi.
When will the PAK vs SL ODI take place?
The PAK vs SL ODI will take place on October 18, 2026.
Where will the PAK vs SL ODI take place?
The PAK vs SL ODI will take place at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.
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