PAK vs SL Match Prediction — Who Will Win 3rd T20I? Pakistan vs Sri Lanka
In this PAK vs SL match prediction, we analyse recent form, pitch report, weather conditions, head-to-head record, key players, and match scenarios to find out who will win PAK vs SL today in the 3rd T20I of the Sri Lanka tour of Pakistan 2026

Pakistan will face Sri Lanka in the third and final T20I of Sri Lanka’s tour of Pakistan 2026 on October 13th at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi. The hosts, Pakistan, have taken an unbeatable 2-0 lead in the three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka. They won the first two games comfortably and head into the third and final fixture with high confidence.
In the second T20I, Pakistan batted first and scored 215 runs in 20 overs. Maaz Sadaqat top-scored with 96 runs off 51 balls. In response, Sri Lanka failed to chase the target and managed 133.
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PAK vs SL Match Details – 3rd T20I
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Match: Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 3rd T20I
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Date: 13th October, 2026
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Time: 6:30 PM IST
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Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
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Live Streaming: JioHotstar
PAK vs SL Pitch Report - Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
Rawalpindi surface is traditionally batting‑friendly, with good bounce and pace early. Seamers can extract swing under lights, especially in the first few overs.
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Win Batting First: 40%
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Win Bowling First: 60%
Average Scores
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Average 1st Innings: 168
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Average 2nd Innings: 153
PAK vs SL Weather Report – Rawalpindi Conditions
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Temperature |
21°C |
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Rain Possibility |
52% |
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Average Score |
168 |
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Best Suited For |
Batting |
PAK vs SL Recent Form
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Team |
Last 5 Matches |
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PAK |
W, W, L, W, W |
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SL |
L, L, W, L, L |
PAK vs SL Head-to-Head Record (Last 10 T20I)
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Team |
Wins |
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Pakistan |
7 |
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Sri Lanka |
3 |
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NR |
0 |
PAK vs SL Injury News & Team Updates – 3rd T20I
PAK: All players are fit and available for the match
SL: Fully fit squad available for this match
PAK vs SL Win Probability – 3rd T20I
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Team |
Win Probability |
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Pakistan |
65% |
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Sri Lanka |
35% |
PAK vs SL Key Player Battles to Watch
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Player |
Team |
Series Stats |
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PAK |
162 runs |
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Maaz Sadaqat |
PAK |
146 runs |
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Lahiru Udara |
SL |
96 runs |
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Mohammad Imran Randhawa |
PAK |
5 wickets |
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Naseem Shah |
PAK |
3 wickets |
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Eshan Malinga |
SL |
3 wickets |
PAK vs SL Match Prediction Scenarios
Scenario 1: If SL Bat First
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Powerplay Score: 45–50
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Predicted Total: 165- 170
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Match Result: PAK to win
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Scenario 2: If PAK Bat First
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Powerplay Score: 45–55
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Predicted Total: 180–200
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Match Result: PAK to win
PAK vs SL Toss Prediction – 3rd T20I
The chasing side has won 11 of the 18 T20 internationals played at this venue. Therefore, the captain winning the toss is expected to choose to bowl first.
Prediction: PAK to win the toss and elect to bowl first
PAK vs SL Probable Playing
Pakistan (PAK)
Sahibzada Farhan (C), Maaz Sadaqat, Fakhar Zaman, Hasan Nawaz, Saim Ayub, Shadab Khan, Khwaja Nafay (WK), Mohammad Imran Randhawa, Salman Mirza, Naseem Shah, Abrar Ahmed.
Sri Lanka (SL)
Lahiru Udara, Kusal Mendis (C/WK), Kamil Mishara/Sahan Arachchige, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Dunith Wellalage, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Maheesh Theekshana, Eshan Malinga, Nuwan Thushara/Dushamntha Chameera, Binura Fernando
PAK vs SL 3rd T20I Player of the Match Prediction
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Sahibzada Farhan
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Lahiru Udara
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Maaz Sadaqat
Who Will Win PAK vs SL Today? — Expert Prediction 3rd T20I
According to our PAK vs SL who will win today, Pakistan are the favourites to win the 3rd T20I expert predictions. The likes of Mohammad Imran Randhawa, Sahibzada Farhan and Maaz Sadaqat will be key players to watch out for.
PAK vs SL, who will win today: Pakistan to win
PAK vs SL Match Result – 3rd T20I Results
(To be updated after the match - October 13, 2026)
Match Tips
- High Scoring Match 190+
About the Author
I am Bhupender Sharma, a cricket analyst, match prediction writer, and fantasy cricket expert with 7+ years of experience. I cover domestic and international cricket, global T20 leagues, and the Indian Premier League (IPL), and have previously worked with CricTracker, KhelTalk, and Sportsdunia.
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