The ODI series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka begins with the 1st ODI on Tuesday, 11 November 2025, at 2:30 PM IST at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Let’s look at the pitch report, head to head record, key insights and match winner prediction for Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 1st ODI 2025.
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Props
Stats
- Salman Agha is the highest run scorer for Pakistan in ODIs in 2025 with 556 runs in 14 matches.
- Charith Asalanka is the highest run scorer for Sri Lanka in ODIs in 2025 with 456 runs in 10 matches.
- Asitha Fernando is the leading wicket taker for Sri Lanka with 22 wickets in 10 matches.
- Naseem Shah is the leading wicket taker for Pakistan with 16 wickets in 12 matches.
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium - Pitch Report
The pitch at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium generally offers help to batters, especially under clear skies. The ball comes nicely onto the bat, allowing stroke makers to score freely. Pacers enjoy movement early on, particularly with the new ball, while spinners find some grip as the match progresses.
Teams usually prefer to chase here because the pitch stays true throughout the game. The average first innings score at this venue in recent ODIs hovers around 270–280 runs, suggesting a balanced surface that rewards both good batting and disciplined bowling.
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Head to Head
Pakistan and Sri Lanka have faced each other 157 times in ODIs. Pakistan have won 93 matches, while Sri Lanka have emerged victorious in 59 games. One match ended in a tie, and four produced no result.
- Matches Played: 157
- Pakistan Won: 93
- Sri Lanka Won: 59
- Tied: 1
- No Result: 4
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Squads
Pakistan Squad: Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan(w), Salman Agha, Hussain Talat, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi(c), Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed, Naseem Shah, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Faisal Akram, Haseebullah Khan.
Sri Lanka Squad: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis(w), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka(c), Janith Liyanage, Kamindu Mendis, Dushmantha Chameera, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Asitha Fernando, Eshan Malinga, Pramod Madushan, Lahiru Udara, Pavan Rathnayake, Kamil Mishara, Jeffrey Vandersay.
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Match Winner Prediction
Pakistan enter the series opener as clear favourites. They hold a strong record at home and possess a well-balanced squad featuring proven performers in both batting and bowling. Their pace attack, led by Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah, can exploit Rawalpindi’s conditions effectively.
Sri Lanka, on the other hand, have struggled for consistency in foreign conditions and often rely heavily on a few key players to carry the side. Unless their top order fires collectively, it’s difficult to see them challenging Pakistan’s depth and control. Pakistan are expected to start the series with a commanding win.
Our Winner Prediction: Pakistan to Win!
