PAK vs SL Match Preview:

Pakistan will face Sri Lanka for the first time in the ICC T20 WC 2026. England's third Super 8 win against New Zealand by 4 wickets changed the equation. Now, Pakistan can qualify for the semi-finals by winning this game by 64 runs, either by batting first or by chasing the target with 40 balls to spare. Pakistan won the previous T20 series against Sri Lanka, which gave them some confidence.

Sri Lanka has already been eliminated from the tournament and hasn't won a match in the Super 8 group. Sri Lanka has nothing left in this match; they will enter the field to win this match and end their World Cup campaign with a win.

SL vs PAK Today Match Prediction – ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8, 50th Match | Who Will Win?

Recent Performance: 

PAK: L, L, L, W, W

SL: L, W, L, W, W

PAK vs SL Match Details:

• Series/Tournament: ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026
• Match: PAK vs SL 
• Date: 28th Feb. 2026
• Match Start Time: 07:00 PM IST
• Stadium/Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy, Sri Lanka 
• Live Score: cricketwinner.com
• Live Streaming: JioStar Network Channels and JioHotstar

Head-to-Head Stats:

Weather Report:

• Temperature: 20–21°C
  
• Rain Chances: 1%
  
• Conditions: Hazy sunshine

 The weather is expected to be favourable during this match with 80% humidity.

Pallekele International Cricket Stadium Pitch Stats: 

Pallekele International Cricket Stadium offers a balanced surface, with assistance for the batters and bowlers. Batters can also dominate the game in the middle overs, with some high-scoring games in the past here.

• Win Batting First: 47%
  
• Win Bowling First: 47%
  
• Best Suited For: Spinners (56%)

Average Scores

• Average 1st Innings: 165
  
• Average 2nd Innings: 144

Winning the toss and batting first could be the ideal strategy.

PAK vs SL Probable Playing 11

Pakistan (PAK) Probable 11:

Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Salman Agha, Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Usman Khan (WK), Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Shaheen Afridi, Salman Mirza, Usman Tariq

Sri Lanka (SL) Probable 11:

Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (WK), Charith Asalanka, Pavan Rathnayake, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Dunith Wellalage, Dushan Hemantha, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Dilshan Madushanka

Top Picks from Pakistan 

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Cricket Winner Player Insight:

• Sahibzada Farhan is the leading run scorer for PAK, who smashed 283 runs thus far at an average of 70.75. He is the most watchable player.
• Shadab Khan, a spin bowling all-rounder who has a great stock ball, can also clear the fence with ease.
• Pathum Nissanka is a right-handed top-order batter who glimpses perfection during this tournament. He is the highest run getter for the SL Side.
• Usman Tariq impressed with his bowling variations. He took 2 wickets against England so far, he has taken 10 wickets.

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Match Prediction – Who Will Win

Pakistan has a chance to reach the semi-finals, so they will put in their best effort in this match. In addition, some of their key players are also in good form. Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka in their previous T20 Series, which boosted their confidence.

Prediction: PAK to win.

Disclaimer: This analysis and prediction are based on team form, pitch conditions, and available data. It is for informational purposes only and does not guarantee any result.