Pakistan won the first Test after a really good performance from Saud Shakeel, giving some crucial points in the WTC. Last time around though, Pakistan managed to win a Test in Sri Lanka only to lose the next and they will be hoping they can continue with the same momentum here.

SL vs PAK Match Details

Date: July 24th, 2023

Time:  9:30 AM IST

Venue: Colombo

SL vs PAK Weather Report

The weather looks pretty clear for the upcoming fixture.

SL vs PAK Pitch Report

The track is likely to take some healthy turn as batting first remains a better option on pitch which will turn as the game progresses.

SL vs PAK Head-to-Head

Played- 54 | Sri Lanka- 16 | Pakistan- 20 | Draw- 18 | Tie- 0

SL vs PAK Predicted Playing XI

Sri Lanka Playing XI

Dimuth Karunaratne, Nishan Madhushka, Kusal Mendis, Angelo Mathews, Dinesh Chandimal, Dhananjey De Silva, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Ramesh Mendis, Prabath Jayasuriya, Dilshan Madhushanka, Vishwa Fernando

Pakistan Playing XI

Abdullah Shahfique, Imam Ul Haq, Shan Masood, Babar Azam, Sarfaraz Ahmed, Saud Akeel, Agha Salman, Mohammad Nawaz, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Abrar Ahmed

SL vs PAK Key Players

Prabath Jayasuriya

Prabath Jayasuriya has been a huge threat at home in the last year. When Sri Lanka faced Pakistan at home last year he was the tormenter in chief, extracting strong turn making life tough for Pakistan batters.

Shaheen Shah Afridi

Shaheen Shah Afridi returns. He is back at the place where his injury troubles started and all eyes will be on his pace and rhythm as Afridi returns from a long injury lay-off.

SL vs PAK Match Tips

Sri Lanka are a strong side at home and with their massive arsenal of spinners they will be a tough side to put under control for Pakistan. The batting line-up too contains a fair bit of experience and with runs on the board Sri Lanka will be a huge threat.

Match Prediction: Sri Lanka Will Win the Match

SL vs PAK Match Preview

Sri Lanka will take on Pakistan at the Singhalese Sports Club Cricket Ground, Colombo. This Test gets underway at 09:30 local time on Monday 24th July. Sri Lanka experienced a rare setback at home, losing 2-1 to Pakistan in the One-Day International series. Sri Lanka lost the first two one-day internationals but won the third by seven wickets. The victory gives Sri Lanka a huge boost ahead of the Test series. Sri Lanka will be mindful of the threat posed by Pakistan, and the team will have to bring their A-game in order to defeat the visitors.

SL vs PAK Match Details

Sri Lanka vs Pakistan – 2nd Test

Venue: Sinhalese Sports Club – Colombo

Date & Time: 24th July 2023 at 10:30 AM IST 

Live Streaming: Fancode App

SL vs PAK Venue Stats

SL vs PAK Pitch Report

The pitch will be ideal for batting in the opening inning, and the pacers should have minimal help. Spinners, on the other hand, are always a threat in these conditions because the ball grips and rotates.

SL vs PAK Weather Report

On match day, there is a 60% chance of rain, and there is a high possibility that the game will be interrupted due to rain.

SL vs PAK Last Five Matches

SL vs PAK Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

SL vs PAK Probable Playing XIs:

Sri Lanka Probable Playing XIs

Dimuth Karunaratne (c), Nishan Madushka, Kusal Mendis, Angelo Mathews, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dinesh Chandimal, Sadeera Samarawickrama (wk), Ramesh Mendis, Prabath Jayasuriya, Vishwa Fernando, Kasun Rajitha

Pakistan Probable Playing XIs

Abdullah Shafique, Imam-ul-Haq, Shan Masood, Babar Azam (c), Saud Shakeel, Sarfaraz Ahmed (wk), Agha Salman, Nauman Ali, Abrar Ahmed, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah

Topmost Picks for SL vs PAK Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Sri Lanka

• Dimuth Karunaratne- Dimuth Karunaratne recent performance has not been great but it goes without saying that he is the most important player in Sri Lanka and the team needs him to raise his game if the hosts have to win the final game.
• Prabath Jayasuriya- Prabath Jayasuriya picked 2 wickets in the second ODI. He is a fine bowler and has the responsibility of restricting the run flow in the final overs, exactly what he did in the last game as Pakistan once looked set for a 350+ score.

Top Picks – Pakistan

• Babar Azam- Babar Azam proved his credentials as one of the top talents in cricket at the moment after he played a wonderful 145-run knock in the second ODI. Babar Azam, when on song, will help Pakistan post big runs.
• Shaheen Afridi- Shaheen Afridi is rated as one of the best bowlers in cricket at the moment and he once again proved his match-winning skills when he bowled a spell of 2-28 in the second ODI.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for SL vs PAK Dream11 Team:

Sarfaraz Ahmed, Dimuth Karunaratne, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Babar Azam(C), Saud Shakeel, Dhananjaya de Silva, Ramesh Mendis(VC), Prabath Jayasuriya, Agha Salman, Abrar Ahmed, Shaheen Afridi

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for SL vs PAK Dream11 Team:

Sarfaraz Ahmed, Dimuth Karunaratne, Angelo Mathews, Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel(VC), Dhananjaya de Silva(C), Ramesh Mendis, Prabath Jayasuriya, Agha Salman, Nauman Ali, Shaheen Afridi

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Babar Azam, Dhananjaya de Silva

Vice-captain – Saud Shakeel, Ramesh Mendis

Wicketkeeper – Sarfaraz Ahmed

SL vs PAK Probable Winners:

The first Test in Galle was a fantastic match, and we expect more of the same in Colombo over the next five days. Despite Babar Azam not being at his best, Pakistan won thanks to an excellent bowling attack. We anticipate another close match, with Pakistan emerging victorious once more. Considering the team combination, Pakistan is expected to win this match.

SL vs PAK Match Preview

Sri Lanka will host Pakistan for a two-match Test series, the first of which will begin on July 16 at the Galle International Cricket Stadium. The game is set to begin at 10:00 a.m. IST. Sri Lanka experienced a rare setback at home, losing 2-1 to Pakistan in the One-Day International series. Sri Lanka lost the first two one-day internationals but won the third by seven wickets. The victory gives Sri Lanka a huge boost ahead of the Test series. Sri Lanka will be mindful of the threat posed by Pakistan, and the team will have to bring their A-game in order to defeat the visitors.

SL vs PAK Match Details

Sri Lanka vs Pakistan – 1st Test

Venue: Galle Cricket Stadium – Colombo

Date & Time: 16th July 2023 at 10:30 AM IST 

Live Streaming: Fancode App

SL vs PAK Venue Stats

SL vs PAK Pitch Report

The pitch will be ideal for batting in the opening inning, and the pacers should have minimal help. Spinners, on the other hand, are always a threat in these conditions because the ball grips and rotates.

SL vs PAK Weather Report

On match day, there is a 60% chance of rain, and there is a high possibility that the game will be interrupted due to rain.

SL vs PAK Last Five Matches

SL vs PAK Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

SL vs PAK Probable Playing XIs:

Sri Lanka Probable Playing XIs

Dimuth Karunaratne (c), Kusal Mendis, Angelo Mathews, Dinesh Chandimal, Dhananjaya de Silva, Sadeera Samarawickrama (wk), Ramesh Mendis, Prabath Jayasuriya, Praveen Jayawickrama, Dilshan Madushka, Vishwa Fernando

Pakistan Probable Playing XIs

Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Rizwan (vc & wk), Shan Masood, Abdullah Shafique, Abrar Ahmed, Imam-ul-Haq, Mohammad Nawaz, Naseem Shah, Noman Ali, Saud Shakeel, Shaheen Afridi

Topmost Picks for SL vs PAK Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Sri Lanka

• Dimuth Karunaratne- Dimuth Karunaratne recent performance has not been great but it goes without saying that he is the most important player in Sri Lanka and the team needs him to raise his game if the hosts have to win the final game.
• Prabath Jayasuriya- Prabath Jayasuriya picked 2 wickets in the second ODI. He is a fine bowler and has the responsibility of restricting the run flow in the final overs, exactly what he did in the last game as Pakistan once looked set for a 350+ score.

Top Picks – Pakistan

• Babar Azam- Babar Azam proved his credentials as one of the top talents in cricket at the moment after he played a wonderful 145-run knock in the second ODI. Babar Azam, when on song, will help Pakistan post big runs.
• Shaheen Afridi- Shaheen Afridi is rated as one of the best bowlers in cricket at the moment and he once again proved his match-winning skills when he bowled a spell of 2-28 in the second ODI.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for SL vs PAK Dream11 Team:

Mohammad Rizwan, Kusal Mendis, Dimuth Karunaratne, Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam(C), Dhananjaya de Silva(VC), Ramesh Mendis, Mohammad Nawaz, Prabath Jayasuriya, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for SL vs PAK Dream11 Team:

Mohammad Rizwan(C), Kusal Mendis, Dimuth Karunaratne(VC), Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam, Dhananjaya de Silva, Ramesh Mendis, Mohammad Nawaz, Prabath Jayasuriya, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan

Vice-captain – Dhananjaya de Silva, Dimuth Karunaratne

Wicketkeeper – Mohammad Rizwan

SL vs PAK Probable Winners:

The two teams are evenly matched, so this should be a close game. Pakistan has a strong batting lineup, but there are no viable backup options for Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah, particularly in the spin department. We doubt they will take 20 wickets in the match. Their batters can perform admirably and score big runs, but it will not be enough to win the game. We believe Sri Lanka has a good chance of winning if the pitch helps spinners; otherwise, the game could be a draw. Back Sri Lanka to win or draw the match. Sri Lanka Draw No Bet could be a good bet. Considering the team combination, Pakistan is expected to win this match.