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SL vs PAK Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - Pakistan Tour of Sri Lanka 2026, 3rd T20I

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SL vs PAK Dream11 Prediction

Pakistan will face Sri Lanka in the 3rd T20I of the Pakistan Tour of Sri Lanka 2026, played at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla on Sunday. Pakistan is eager to produce another clinical performance to win the T20I series against Sri Lanka.

With this article, we bring you the Dream11 prediction for today's match, SL vs PAK, to help fantasy players pick the best team. This will also guide you with the best SL vs PAK, today Dream11 team prediction.

SL vs PAK Match Preview

Pakistan will be up against Sri Lanka in the third match of the T20I series. Pakistan won the opening match by six wickets. They were set a target of 128 by Sri Lanka and chased it down comfortably. This match will be played at the same venue.

The second match of the series was abandoned due to rain. This is a crucial match for both these sides as they build towards the upcoming World Cup. The series is 1-0 in favour of Pakistan, and this should be a closely fought game between these two teams.

Sri Lanka vs Pakistan Match Details

SeriesPakistan Tour of Sri Lanka 2026
MatchSri Lanka vs Pakistan, 3rd T20I
TossTo be updated
VenueRangiri Dambulla International Stadium
CityDambulla
Match Start Time7:00 PM IST, 11th January, 2026
ScorecardSri Lanka vs Pakistan Scorecard
Live StreamingFancode

SL vs PAK Dream11 Team Today Stats

  • Pakistan's opener, Sahibzada Farhan, was the leading run scorer for his team in the last match against Sri Lanka. He scored 51 runs off 36 balls and will be an excellent pick for the SL vs PAK today Dream11 team prediction.
  • The right-arm legbreak bowler Abrar Ahmed was the standout for Pakistan in the last match against Sri Lanka. He took three wickets in a 4-over spell. He is expected to be a key player in today's SL vs PAK Dream11 prediction.
  • Sri Lanka's all-rounder Janith Liyanage was the leading run scorer for his team in the previous match against Pakistan. He scored 40 runs off 31 balls. He will be a great choice for the SL vs PAK Dream11 Prediction team match.
  • The right-arm medium-fast bowler, Dushmantha Chameera, was the top bowler for the Sri Lanka team in their previous game. He took one wicket in a 2-over spell. He will be an excellent pick for the SL vs PAK Dream11 Prediction today match.
PlayerPlayer's Stats (Last Match)
Sahibzada Farhan (PAK)51 Runs
Janith Liyanage (SL)40 Runs
Abrar Ahmed (PAK)3 Wickets
Dushmantha Chameera (SL)1 Wicket

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SL vs PAK Injury Update Today

These two teams will face no injury scare for the third T20I, as predicted by the Dream11 Prediction Team. All players in both lineups are fit and ready to play.

SL vs PAK Toss Prediction

Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium has been a good venue for the side batting second. Due to the predicted rain, both captains will be eager to win the toss and bowl first.

Record of Chasing Teams at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium

The chasing record at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium is good. Teams batting second have won 16 out of the 29 T20Is played at the venue, while teams setting targets have won 12 of them. One match ended without a result.

Chasing RecordWinning %
Average55%

SL vs PAK Probable Playing 11

Pakistan's XI is expected to remain unchanged. Sri Lanka is likely to make a few changes to their side for this SL vs PAK Dream11 team prediction.

Pakistan Playing XISri Lanka Playing XI
Salman Agha (c)Dasun Shanaka (c)
Usman Khan (wk)Charith Asalanka
Sahibzada FarhanKusal Mendis (wk)
Saim AyubPathum Nissanka
Fakhar ZamanKamil Mishara
Shadab KhanDhananjaya de Silva
Mohammad NawazJanith Liyanage
Abrar AhmedWanindu Hasaranga
Salman MirzaMahesh Theekshana
Naseem ShahNuwan Thushara
Mohammad Wasim JnrDushmantha Chameera

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Highest Run Scorers and Highest Wicket Takers

  • Sahibzada Farhan and Janith Liyanange are the top scorers for their respective teams. Sahibzada scored 51 runs, while Liyanange scored 40 runs in this series.
  • Salman Mirza and one of the best spinners in the world, Wanindu Hasaranga, hold the top spot for their respective teams in wicket-taking. According to the Sri Lanka vs Pakistan Dream11 prediction, these are the players to watch out for in the upcoming game.
Highest Run ScorersSahibzada Farhan and Janith Liyanange
Highest Wicket TakersSalman Mirza and Wanindu Hasaranga

SL vs PAK Captain and Vice Captain Choices

  • The SL vs PAK Dream11 Prediction suggests that Shadab Khan and Sahibzada Farhan are the top captaincy choices due to their outstanding T20 form.
  • Wanindu Hasaranga and Saim Ayub are the perfect choices for the vice-captainship. Both are impressive all-rounders and perfect picks for the SL vs PAK prediction today match.
CaptainShadab Khan and Sahibzada Farhan
Vice-CaptainWanindu Hasaranga and Saim Ayub

Top Picks for SL vs PAK Dream11 Prediction

  • Shadab Khan is a talented all-rounder and picked up two wickets while also scoring 18 runs in the last game.
  • Sahibzada Farhan has been doing well at the top of the order and scored 51 runs in the previous match. He will be a top pick.
Players
Shadab Khan
Sahibzada Farhan

Budget Picks for SL vs PAK Dream11 Prediction

  • Pathum Nissanka will be a budget pick in this Dream11 match. He scored 12 runs in the last game.
  • Salman Mirza was excellent with the new ball, picking up three wickets. He will be a good pick in this Dream11 prediction.
Players
Pathum Nissanka
Salman Mirza

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Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match

Keeper: K Mendis
Batters: P Nissanka, S Farhan, S Ali, J Liyanage
All-rounders: D Silva, W Hasaranga, S Khan, S Ayub
Bowlers: S Mirza, A Ahmed

SL vs PAK Dream11 Prediction
SL vs PAK Dream11 Prediction (Image credit: Dream app)

Best Dream11 Team Today

Keeper: U Khan
Batters: P Nissanka, F Zaman, S Farhan, C Asalanka
All-rounders: D Shanaka, W Hasaranga, S Khan, S Ayub
Bowlers: D Chameera, M Wasim

SL vs PAK Dream11 Prediction
SL vs PAK Dream11 Prediction (Image credit: Dream app)

SL vs PAK Dream11 Prediction Today (3rd T20I) Pakistan Tour of Sri Lanka 2026 Players to Avoid

  • Kamil Mishra failed to impress in the previous game and should be avoided for this match.
  • It's advisable to skip picking Nuwan Thushara for this match in your SL vs PAK Dream11 team prediction today, as he hasn't delivered an impactful performance in the last game.
PlayersDream11 Credits
Kamil Mishra7.0 credits
Nuwan Thushara7.5 credits

SL vs PAK Weather & Pitch Report at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium

  • The 3rd T20I of the Pakistan Tour of Sri Lanka 2026 will take place in Dambulla, and it's expected to be cloudy. There is a chance of rain during the game.
  • The surface at Dambulla will help spinners. The opening match saw Sri Lanka bowled out for 128, so expect a low-scoring affair again.
Temperature23°C
Weather ForecastCloudy
Pitch BehaviourBalanced
Best Suited ToBatters & Pacers
Average 1st Innings Score135 runs

SL vs PAK Head-to-Head Records

Sri Lanka and Pakistan have faced each other in 28 matches in T20Is. Out of these 28 games, Sri Lanka have won 11, whereas Pakistan have come out victorious on 17 occasions.

TeamMatches Won
Sri Lanka (SL)11
Pakistan (PAK)17
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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who will win the 3rd T20I of the Pakistan tour of Sri Lanka 2026?

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Pakistan is expected to win the 3rd T20I of the series.

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