Pakistan and Sri Lanka meet in the final of the Pakistan ODI Tri-Series on Saturday, 31 October 2026, at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. Pakistan will look to win the title at home after finishing the league stage strongly.
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PAK vs SL Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - Final, Pakistan ODI Tri-Series 2026
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Sri Lanka, meanwhile, will enter the final with confidence after beating Pakistan in their previous meeting. This is a rematch of two contrasting encounters in the tournament. The home side won the opening game in Rawalpindi by 37 runs, with Salman Ali Agha’s century leading the way. Sri Lanka then exacted revenge spectacularly in Lahore, bowling Pakistan out for just 110 runs.
If you're looking for the best Dream11 Prediction for this game, this is the place for you. According to our PAK vs SL Dream11 Prediction for today's match, Shaheen Shah Afridi and Arafat Minhas are expected to be key players for Pakistan, while Pavan Rathnayake and Kusal Mendis could deliver impressive performances for Sri Lanka.
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Match Details
| Series | Pakistan ODI Tri-Series 2026 |
|---|---|
| Match | PAK vs SL Final |
| Toss | To be updated at match time |
| Venue | Gaddafi Stadium |
| City | Lahore, Pakistan |
| Match Start Time | 1:30 PM IST, October 31, 2026 |
| Live Streaming | Veto |
| Match Scorecard | PAK vs SL Final Scorecard |
PAK vs SL Dream11 Team Today Stats
| Player | Team | Recent Stats (Last ODI Match) |
|---|---|---|
| Shaheen Shah Afridi | Pakistan | 1 Wicket |
| Babar Azam | Pakistan | 29 Runs |
| Pavan Rathnayake | Sri Lanka | 118 Runs |
| Kusal Mendis | Sri Lanka | 89 Runs |
PAK vs SL Toss Prediction
According to our PAK vs SL toss prediction, Pakistan captain Shaheen Shah Afridi is likely to win the toss and bat first. The venue record also shows that teams batting first have won more matches at Gaddafi Stadium. However, the final decision will depend on the pitch conditions on match day.
Record of Chasing Teams at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
The Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore is the most premier cricket stadium in Pakistan has hosted 93 ODI matches. Teams batting first have won 47 matches, while teams bowling first have won 44 matches. The record suggests that batting first has been slightly more successful at this venue.
| Chasing Record | Winning % |
|---|---|
| Average | 47.3% |
PAK vs SL Playing 11 (Probable)
| Pakistan Playing XI | Sri Lanka Playing XI |
|---|---|
| Fakhar Zaman | Kamindu Mendis |
| Maaz Sadaqat | Avishka Fernando |
| Babar Azam | Kusal Mendis (C, wk) |
| Saad Baig (wk) | Pavan Rathnayake |
| Salman Ali Agha | Dasun Shanaka |
| Hasan Nawaz | Janith Liyanage |
| Shadab Khan | Sahan Arachchige |
| Arafat Minhas | Dunith Wellalage |
| Shaheen Shah Afridi (C) | Eshan Malinga |
| Haris Rauf | Asitha Fernando |
| Naseem Shah | Dilshan Madushanka |
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PAK vs SL Top Run Scorers & Leading Wicket Takers
| Top Run Scorers | Pavan Rathnayake and Salman Agha |
|---|---|
| Leading Wicket Takers | Dilshan Madushanka and Arafat Minhas |
PAK vs SL Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
- For the PAK vs SL Dream11 team prediction, Pavan Rathnayake could be considered for captaincy after scoring 118 runs off 77 balls against England. Kusal Mendis could be considered for vice-captaincy after scoring 89 runs off 71 balls in the same match.
- Arafat Minhas is another option for captaincy after taking 9 wickets for Pakistan in the tournament, while Dilshan Madushanka could be a good vice-captaincy choice after taking five wickets in the previous match against Pakistan.
| Captain | Pavan Rathnayake, Arafat Minhas |
|---|---|
| Vice-Captain | Kusal Mendis, Dilshan Madushanka |
Top Picks for PAK vs SL Dream11 Prediction
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Pavan Rathnayake | Sri Lanka | Batter |
| Shaheen Shah Afridi | Pakistan | Bowler |
Budget Picks for PAK vs SL Dream11 Prediction
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Babar Azam | Pakistan | Batter |
| Janith Liyanage | Sri Lanka | All-rounder |
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Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match
- Keeper: Kusal Mendis (VC)
- Batters: H Nawaz, Pavan Rathnayake (C), Avishka Fernando
- All-rounders: Salman Ali Agha, Shadab Khan, J Liyanage, A Minhas
- Bowlers: Eshan Malinga, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Dilshan Madushanka
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Best Dream11 Team Today
- Keeper: Kusal Mendis
- Batters: Pavan Rathnayake, Babar Azam
- All-rounders: Salman Ali Agha, Shadab Khan, J Liyanage, A Minhas (VC)
- Bowlers: E Malinga, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Dilshan Madushanka (VC), A Fernando
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Note: Sportsdunia has prepared a fantasy team for the PAK vs SL match based on their experience in fantasy cricket.
PAK vs SL Dream11 Prediction Today (Final) Pakistan ODI Tri Series 2026 Players to Avoid
As per our PAK vs SL Dream11 prediction today match, Fakhar Zaman and Kamindu Mendis can be considered players to avoid based on their recent performances. Fakhar scored five runs in Pakistan's last match, while Kamindu managed just four runs against England.
| Player | Dream11 Credits |
|---|---|
| Fakhar Zaman | 8.5 Cr |
| Kamindu Mendis | 8.5 Cr |
PAK vs SL Weather & Pitch Report at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- The Gaddafi Stadium pitch report suggests that the surface can provide good batting conditions. Batters who settle in can score runs, while bowlers will need to take wickets at regular intervals to control the scoring rate.
- The weather forecast for Lahore on Saturday, October 31, indicates sunny and clear conditions, with a high temperature of around 29°C to 31°C.
| Temperature | 29°C to 31°C |
|---|---|
| Weather Forecast | Sunny and clear, with some smoky haze later |
| Pitch Behaviour | Good batting conditions |
| Best Suited To | Top-order batters and all-rounders |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 251 Runs |
PAK vs SL H2H Records
Pakistan and Sri Lanka have faced each other in 162 ODI matches. Pakistan have won 97 matches, while Sri Lanka have recorded 60 victories. One match ended in a tie, and four matches ended without a result.
| Team | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| Pakistan (PAK) | 97 |
| Sri Lanka (SL) | 60 |
| Tie | 1 |
| No Result | 4 |
Disclaimer: This team is based on the analysis, calculated odds, and past experience of the author. While selecting your team, consider the analysis only as supporting data while making your own decision. Sportsdunia does not work with insider news and will not be responsible for any monetary loss to the users following the analysis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win the Final of the Pakistan ODI Tri-Series, 2026?
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Pakistan are expected to win the Final against Sri Lanka in Lahore on October 31, 2026.
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