Pakistan will face Sri Lanka for the first time in the Asia Cup 2025. Both Pakistan and Sri Lanka lost their first matches in the Super Four group. Both teams need to win today's match to keep their hopes of reaching the final alive. This match will be played at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi, at 8:00 PM. In this article, we will explore PAK vs SL playing 11, pitch reports, and key players' stats.

PAK vs SL Super-4, Match 3 Match Details:

Pakistan's Team Preview:

Pakistan has lost its first Super Four match against India and will have to win both its upcoming matches to reach in the final. They lost their last game against India by 6 wickets. In this match, Pakistan’s star opener Sahibzada Farhan provided a quick start, scoring 58 runs on 45 balls, while Saim Ayub, Mohammad Nawaz and Faheem Ashraf supported well and put up a total of 171 runs, but they could not defend it.

In the bowling section, Haris Rauf bowled well and picked up 2 wickets while Faheem Ashraf and Abrar Ahmed took 1 wicket each.

Pakistan's Key players:

Sri Lanka Team Preview: 

Sri Lanka has also lost its first match of the Super Four against Bangladesh, and they are under immense pressure to win this match. The hopes of both teams to reach the finals will almost end with a defeat in today's match. Sri Lanka lost its last game against Bangladesh by 4 wickets.

In this match, all-rounder Dasun Shanaka played an explosive inning of 64 runs on 37 balls. Before that, Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis provided a good start, scoring 22 and 34 runs respectively. In the bowling department, Wanindu Hasaranga and Dasun Shanaka impressed with the ball and took 2 wickets each.

Sri Lanka’s Key Players: 

Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Super-4, Match 3 Probable Playing XI

Pakistan: Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman, Agha Salman, Mohammad Haris (WK), Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Hussain Talat, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed

Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (WK), Kamil Mishara, Kusal Perera, Charith Asalanka, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Nuwan Thushara

Scoring pattern at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi:

The pitches in Abu Dhabi are generally balanced, offering equal opportunities to both batsmen and bowlers. Spin bowlers also have some assistance, especially in the middle overs. The last match played at this venue was between India and Oman, and the Indian team posted 188 runs; in reply, Oman managed to reach 167 runs, highlighting a good surface for batters.

Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Super-4, Match 3, Expert Opinion and Match Prediction:

Sri Lanka is expected to win this game. Sri Lanka won all three group matches and topped the Group B point table. However, they suffered defeat in a nail-biting contest against Bangladesh, but Sri Lanka's overall performance so far is good compared to the Pakistan team.

Pakistan's middle-order batsmen's inconsistency is their major concern. If Sri Lankan openers tackle the initial overs of Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, they can post a good total, and their experienced bowling attack can restrict Pakistan. 

Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Squad

Pakistan Squad: Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman, Agha Salman, Mohammad Haris (WK), Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Hussain Talat, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed, Hasan Nawaz, Khushdil Shah, Sufiyan Muqeem, Hasan Ali, Mohammad Wasim, Salman Mirza

Sri Lanka Squad: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (WK), Kamil Mishara, Kusal Perera, Charith Asalanka, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Nuwan Thushara, Nuwanidu Fernando, Chamika Karunaratne, Matheesha Pathirana, Maheesh Theekshana, Binura Fernando, Janith Liyanage

FAQ: Pakistan vs Sri Lanka 

When will the Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Super-4, Match 3 be played?

This match will be played at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi, at 8:00 PM (IST).

What is the importance of this match in the Super-4 stage?

This clash is crucial as it could decide who secures a spot in the Asia Cup 2025 final.

Which players could make the biggest impact in PAK vs SL Super-4, Match 3?

Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Fakhar Zaman and Sahibzada Farhan