Sri Lanka Tour of Pakistan 2nd ODI: PAK vs SL Match Prediction Who Will Win Today's Match

The second ODI between Pakistan and Sri Lanka was scheduled to be played on Thursday, 13 November 2025, at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, starting at 3:00 PM (IST). The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has rescheduled the ongoing ODI series against Sri Lanka, postponing the last two matches by one day.

The second ODI in Rawalpindi will now be played on 14 November instead of 13, while the third match has been moved from November 15 to November 16. Pakistan is leading the series 1-0 after a thrilling six-run win in the first game. Both teams will be eager for a strong performance, Pakistan to seal the series and Sri Lanka to keep it alive. The Rawalpindi surface is expected to be batting-friendly, with dew likely to play a role under the lights.

PAK vs SL Match Prediction

Heading into the second ODI in Rawalpindi, Pakistan will start as the clear favourites to win and seal the series. The home side showed great performance in the first game, defending their total with disciplined bowling. Players like Babar Azam, who is one of the best batsmen in the world, are in good form along with Mohammad Nawaz and Salman Ali Agha, while Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah continue to lead the bowling attack.

Sri Lanka is completely capable of fighting back, but they have struggled to close out games and will need a much-improved performance to challenge Pakistan in their own conditions. As per our PAK vs SL match prediction today, we expect the home side to clinch the series in the 2nd ODI.

PAK vs SL Toss Prediction

We expect Pakistan captain, Shaheen Shah Afridi, to win the toss and opt to bowl first on this ground, as previous records and pitch conditions favour the team that is bowling first in Rawalpindi Stadium.

Case 1: If PAK Bats First

• If PAK can score more than 300 runs in their first innings, they can easily defend this total, with their outstanding bowling attack.

First Innings Score Prediction: PAK will score 290-300

• If PAK bats first, we expect a total of around 290-300 runs.

Result prediction: PAK will win the match by 20 runs

• If PAK scores anywhere around 300, they might end up winning the match by 20 runs against Sri Lanka.

Case 2: If SL Bats First

• If SL bats first, they might score somewhere around 280 in their first innings, but PAK will most probably chase the total down.

First Innings Score Prediction: SL will score 280-290

• If SL bats first, we expect a total of around 280-290 runs.

Result prediction: PAK will win the match by 4 wickets

• If SL scores anywhere around 280, they might end up losing the match by 4 wickets against Pakistan.

PAK vs SL Predicted XIs for Today's Match

According to our SL vs PAK Match Prediction, both teams have players who have the capability of winning games for their side, and there might not be any changes in the playing 11 from the 1st ODI, as they performed decently and will back their players.

PAK vs SL Injury Update

There is currently no information available about injuries from both teams. Fans can expect their favourite players and the top performers from the previous match to be included in this match, and the same bunch of players will look to make an impact in the Pakistan vs Sri Lanka match prediction.

Key Players From PAK vs SL, 1st ODI

In the Pakistan vs Sri Lanka 1st ODI, Salman Ali Agha’s unbeaten 105 off 87 balls and Hussain Talat’s 62 powered Pakistan to a strong position, while Wanindu Hasaranga’s 59 kept Sri Lanka in the fight but ended up losing the match by 6 runs. With momentum on Pakistan's side, they remain the clear favourites in the Pakistan vs Sri Lanka match prediction.

Rawalpindi Stadium Pitch & Weather Report

The Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium pitch is known to favour batsmen, though seamers may find some early movement. Spinners tend to get assistance later as the surface wears down. The weather for the match is expected to be clear.

Pitch Report:

• According to the Rawalpindi Stadium pitch report, the surface has something for both batters and bowlers. In the last 5 matches, the records suggest that the pitch will favour batters as the average runs scored is around 287.

Weather Condition:

• The weather in Rawalpindi for the 2nd ODI of the Sri Lanka tour of Pakistan 2025 is expected to be clear. There is no chance of rain, and the conditions will remain dry throughout the match.