PAK vs SL Match Prediction — Who Will Win Final ODI? 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 Final ODI of the Triangular series in Pakistan 2026

Pakistan will face Sri Lanka in the Final ODI of the Triangular series in Pakistan on October 31 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. Both teams have played two games against each other and won one each. Also, both teams head into the final on the back of a defeat in their respective fixtures.
Pakistan finished the league stage in top position, with three wins and one loss from four games. Their only loss came against Sri Lanka, by eight wickets. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka won two games and lost two, finishing second in the table.
PAK vs SL Match Details – Final ODI
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Match Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, Final ODI
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Date: 31 October, 2026
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Time: 1:30 PM IST
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Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
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Live Streaming: YouTube
PAK vs SL Pitch Report - Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
The Gaddafi Stadium track is traditionally batting‑friendly, offering good bounce and carry. Seamers may get an early swing, but batting becomes easier once set.
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Win Batting First: 57%
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Win Bowling First: 43%
Average Scores
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Average 1st Innings: 280
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Average 2nd Innings: 245
PAK vs SL Weather Report – Lahore Conditions
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Temperature |
18.3°C |
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Rain Possibility |
0% |
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Average Score |
280 |
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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 |
L, W, W, W, W |
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SL |
L, W, W, L, L |
PAK vs SL Head-to-Head Record (Last 10 ODIs)
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Team |
Wins |
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Pakistan |
8 |
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Sri Lanka |
2 |
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NR |
0 |
PAK vs SL Injury News & Team Updates – Final ODI
SL: All players are fit and available for the match
PAK: Fully fit squad available for this match
PAK vs SL Win Probability – Final ODI
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Team |
Win Probability |
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Pakistan |
45% |
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Sri Lanka |
55% |
PAK vs SL Key Player Battles to Watch
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Player |
Team |
Series Stats |
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SL |
350 runs |
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Avishka Fernando |
SL |
167 runs |
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Salman Agha |
PAK |
166 runs |
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Arafat Minhas |
PAK |
9 wickets |
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Shaheen Afridi |
PAK |
8 wickets |
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Dilshan Madushanka |
SL |
8 wickets |
PAK vs SL Match Prediction Scenarios
Scenario 1: If PAK Bat First
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Powerplay Score: 45–50
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Predicted Total: 250- 270
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Match Result: SL to win
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Scenario 2: If SL Bat First
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Powerplay Score: 45–55
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Predicted Total: 295–310
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Match Result: SL to win
PAK vs SL Toss Prediction – Final ODI
92 ODIs have been played at Gaddafi Stadium, with 48 wins for teams batting first and 42 for teams chasing.
Prediction: SL to win the toss and elect to bat first
PAK vs SL Probable Playing
Pakistan (PAK)
Fakhar Zaman, Maaz Sadaqat, Babar Azam, Saad Baig (WK), Salman Ali Agha, Hasan Nawaz, Shadab Khan, Arafat Minhas, Shaheen Shah Afridi (C), Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf.
Sri Lanka (SL)
Avishka Fernando, Kamindu Mendis, Kusal Mendis (C), Pavan Rathnayake, Sahan Arachchige, Janith Liyanage, Dasun Shanaka, Dunith Wellalage, Eshan Malinga, Dilshan Madushanka, Asitha Fernando.
PAK vs SL Final ODI Player of the Match Prediction
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Pavan Rathnayake
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Dilshan Madushanka
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Arafat Minhas
Who Will Win PAK vs SL Today? — Expert Prediction Final ODI
According to our PAK vs SL who will win today, Sri Lanka are the favourites to win the Final ODI expert predictions. The likes of Dilshan Madushanka, Kusal Mendis and Pavan Rathnayake will be key players to watch out for.
PAK vs SL, who will win today: Sri Lanka to win
PAK vs SL Match Result – Final ODI Results
(To be updated after the match - October 31, 2026)
Frequently Asked Questions
Sri Lanka are favourites and are predicted to beat Pakistan
Sri Lanka are predicted to win the toss and opt to bat first
The Gaddafi Stadium track is traditionally batting‑friendly, offering good bounce and carry. Seamers may get an early swing, but batting becomes easier once set.
Pavan Rathnayake, Dilshan Madushanka and Arafat Minhas are the key players to watch
Pakistan has a 45% win probability, while Sri Lanka has a 55% chance.
Match Tips
- High Scoring Match 190+








