PAK vs SL Final Match Preview, Prediction, Playing11, Pitch and Weather Report

PAK vs SL Final Match Preview – The Pakistan T20I Tri-Series 2025 culminates tonight as the hosts, Pakistan, take on a rejuvenated Sri Lanka in the grand finale at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Scheduled for 06:30 PM IST, this final promises a thrilling end to a competitive series that saw both teams finish with impressive momentum.

Pakistan dominated the league stage, topping the table with three wins, but their campaign hit a slight snag in the final league match, where a resurgent Sri Lanka defeated them narrowly by six runs. This late-tournament win has not only injected confidence into the Sri Lankan camp but has also set up a mouth-watering rematch, turning this final into a high-stakes, must-watch contest.

PAK vs SL Final Match Details

PAK vs SL Final Head-to-Head

While Pakistan holds the historical edge in T20 Internationals, the recent defeat suffered by the hosts has kept the rivalry very much alive.

PAK vs SL Final Pitch Report: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

The Rawalpindi pitch has been a batting paradise throughout the series, producing high-scoring thrillers. The average first innings score in the current tournament has hovered around 190, indicating excellent pace and true bounce that aids stroke-play.

• Pace vs. Spin: Historically, fast bowlers get early purchase, but the pitch flattens out. Spinners, however, have been effective in the middle overs, with the surface offering them good turn and control.

• Dew Factor: Given the late November evening timing, dew is expected to play a critical role in the second innings, making it challenging for the bowling side, particularly the spinners.

• Toss Strategy: Teams winning the toss will strongly consider bowling first to take advantage of the wet ball conditions during the chase, despite the high average first-innings score.

PAK vs SL Final Weather Report

The weather for the final is expected to be clear, cold, and ideal for cricket.

• Temperature: Temperatures will drop significantly from the daytime high, settling around 12°C to 13°C during the match.

• Rain Threat: There is virtually 0% chance of rain, ensuring a full, uninterrupted contest.

• Conditions: The cool, dry air will contribute to the heavy dew expected later in the evening.

PAK vs SL Final Probable Playing11

Pakistan (PAK): Pakistan will likely field their strongest XI, featuring their top performers from the league stage, with captain Salman Agha looking to lead from the front.

Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Salman Agha (c), Fakhar Zaman, Usman Khan (wk), Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Shaheen Afridi.

Sri Lanka (SL): Fresh from a stunning victory over Pakistan, Sri Lanka will aim for continuity, relying on their key performers.

Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kusal Perera, Dasun Shanaka (c), Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Eshan Malinga, Nuwan Thushara.

PAK vs SL Final Match Prediction

This final is perfectly balanced. Pakistan has displayed clinical consistency, relying on the explosive form of opener Sahibzada Farhan and the middle-order stability provided by Salman Agha. Their bowling, featuring Shaheen Afridi’s pace and the spin duo of Nawaz and Abrar, is formidable.

However, Sri Lanka enters with the psychological edge, having beaten Pakistan in their most recent clash. Their victory was fueled by a brilliant knock from Kamil Mishara and the match-winning pace of Dushmantha Chameera, who is in red-hot form. Sri Lanka’s spin duo, Hasaranga and Theekshana, remains the best in the world and could dominate the middle overs.

The outcome may hinge on the toss. If Sri Lanka bats first and manages to post a score of 185+, their spinners could defend it. However, if Pakistan chases, the dew and their deep batting line-up make them slight favorites to handle the pressure and lift the title.

Prediction: Pakistan to edge out Sri Lanka in a high-scoring thriller and win the Tri-Series title.