PAK vs SL Match Prediction 3rd ODI, Sri Lanka tour of Pakistan 2025: Fantasy Tips, Playing 11, Pitch Report

PAK vs SL: Babar Azam coming back to form and scoring a century was the headline all over Pakistan after the second ODI. Their premier batter scored a much-awaited century and took his team to win. The third and final game between Pakistan and Sri Lanka is now beginning at 3 PM IST on Sunday at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Here are the fantasy cricket tips and other details of this game.

Pakistan Preview

Pakistan will be more than happy, as Babar Azam is back in form and has scored a century. It would take a big load from their back. Pakistan won the first two games and have already won the series now. They will look to close it with a 3-0 margin. Shaheen Afridi missed the last game, and he might be back for the final game.

• Key Batter: Babar Azam and Fakhar Zaman were stars with the bat in the last game and will be the ones to watch out for.
• Captaincy: Captain Shaheen Afridi will be back, and he is Pakistan’s premier wicket-taker. If Salman Agha will captain, then he is also in great form.
• Batting Strength: In-form Babar Azam makes the Pakistani side a very strong team. He looked short of confidence, but his century must have filled him with confidence. Fakhar Zaman also scored runs, and he is an aggressive batter. Saim Ayub and Salman Agha are also in good form, and then they have several good all-rounders.
• Bowling Attack: Abrar Ahmed’s inclusion in the playing XI changed the whole look for the Pakistani bowling unit. He missed the first game, which was a surprise. But he is a wicket-taker. Naseem Shah has been in good form as well, and they all are bowling better than Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka Preview

Sri Lanka have been below par with the ball in hand. That has put them on the receiving end in both games. They charge with the bat and then lose the momentum, which has been the pattern in two matches. Can Sri Lanka end the ODI series with something special?

• Batting: The batting has been decent for Sri Lanka. They have managed to score 285 or more in both matches. But like Pakistan, they need someone to play a big innings or score a century, which can help them.
• Bowling: The bowling has been a problem for Sri Lanka. They have only taken seven wickets in two games, which has been disappointing for the team and fans. Hasaranga is the only bowler who has looked good. Others also need to step up and contribute.

Match Details – Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 3rd ODI

Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Pitch and Weather Report

The first two matches at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium have been high scoring. In all four ODIs, the score has crossed 285. So, we can expect another good scoring game here. This venue has hosted a total of 29 ODIs so far. 12 matches have been won batting first, and the other 16 matches have won by the chasing side and have an average first-inning score of 245.

The weather conditions for the third and final ODI will be clear. The temperature will be around 24°C–26°C, with the humidity expected to be around 30 and 40 percent.

PAK vs SL Head to Head Record

PAK vs SL Today’s Probable 11

Key Players to Watch Out in Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Match

Top Batters

• Babar Azam (PAK): Babar Azam slammed his 32nd international century in the last game. He looked in control and will be looking to take it forward.
• Salman Agha (PAK): Salman Agha is another in-form batter for Pakistan. He scored a crucial century in the first game.
• Janith Liyanage (SL): Janith Liyanage has looked good in two innings. He has scored runs against spin, which has been the key at this venue.
• Wanindu Hasaranga (SL): Wanindu Hasaranga has been the top scorer for Sri Lanka in this series and has played good cameos down the order.

Top Bowlers

•  Haris Rauf (PAK): Haris Rauf has seven wickets in two innings. He is bowling fast, and Sri Lankan batters are finding it hard to score off him.
• Abrar Ahmed (PAK): Abrar Ahmed came back and bowled a great spell in the second ODI. His spell helped Pakistan restrict them to under 290.
• Dushmantha Chameera (SL): Dushmantha Chameera has been bowling good opening spells. But he has to find wicket-taking deliveries.
• Wanindu Hasaranga (SL): Wanindu Hasaranga has been great on this wicket. He has varied his pace well and used the conditions to his best effect.

PAK vs SL Match Prediction – Who Will Win?

Sri Lanka are not an easy opponent in these conditions. But they have not been able to execute the bowling plans well enough. That might not change in the final game. Pakistan have been on point in both departments. Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Fakhar Zaman scoring runs in the last game will strengthen the unit. Hence, we believe Pakistan will win the final ODI.

PAK vs SL Match Prediction Scenarios

Disclaimer: This prediction is based on analysis of current form, stats, and pitch conditions. Match outcomes can vary due to on-field factors. Please make your final fantasy picks after checking the toss and playing XIs.