Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Fantasy Prediction, Fantasy Tips and Preview — 3rd T20I, Sri Lanka Tour of Pakistan 2026

Match Information: PAK vs SL Fantasy Team

Match: Pakistan vs Sri Lanka
Series: Sri Lanka Tour of Pakistan 2026
Match Number: 3rd T20I
Date: Tuesday, 13 October 2026
Time: 6:30 PM IST
Local Time: 6:00 PM
Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi, Pakistan

Pakistan have already won the series. They lead 2-0 after wins on 9 and 11 October in Rawalpindi. Sri Lanka will play for pride in the last game before the ODI tri series with England starts.

Recent Form

Pakistan: W, W (last two games)

• 2nd T20I, 11 Oct, Rawalpindi: Pakistan 215/3 (20) beat Sri Lanka 133/7 (20) by 82 runs.
• 1st T20I, 9 Oct, Rawalpindi: Sri Lanka 182/8 (20), Pakistan 187/6 (18.5). Pakistan won by 4 wickets.
• Before this series, a Pakistan side led by Sahibzada Farhan lost the Asian Games final to India by 19 runs.

Sri Lanka: L, L (last two games)

• Lost the two games above.
• Before this, they were beaten 3-0 by England in a T20I series and lost 2-1 in the West Indies. This is their third T20 series loss in a row away from home.

Series Score

Match	Date	Result
1st T20I	9 Oct	Pakistan won by 4 wickets
2nd T20I	11 Oct	Pakistan won by 82 runs
3rd T20I	13 Oct	Today

Pakistan lead 2-0 in the three match series.

PAK vs SL Head To Head

Pakistan have won the last four T20Is between these sides:

• 11 Oct 2026, Rawalpindi: Pakistan won by 82 runs.
• 9 Oct 2026, Rawalpindi: Pakistan won by 4 wickets.
• T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8, Pallekele: Pakistan 212/8 beat Sri Lanka 207/6 by 5 runs.
• T20I tri series final, 29 Nov 2025, Rawalpindi: Sri Lanka 114 all out, Pakistan 118/4. Pakistan won by 6 wickets.

PAK vs SL Squads

Pakistan: Sahibzada Farhan (C), Khawaja Nafay (WK), Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Maaz Sadaqat, Hasan Nawaz, Abdul Samad, Shadab Khan, Arafat Minhas, Muhammad Imran Randhawa, Razaullah, Naseem Shah, Mohammad Salman Mirza, Abrar Ahmed, Sufiyan Moqim

Not in this T20I squad: Salman Ali Agha, Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf and Mohammad Rizwan.

Sri Lanka: Kusal Mendis (C, WK), Lahiru Udara, Kamil Mishara, Sineth Jayawardena, Sahan Arachchige, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Dushmantha Chameera, Binura Fernando, Nuwan Thushara, Eshan Malinga

Not in this T20I squad: Pathum Nissanka (injured), Wanindu Hasaranga (injured, lower back) and Charith Asalanka.

Pitch Report

Rawalpindi is a good batting pitch with a fast outfield. The new ball swings for the first few overs. After that it gets harder for the bowlers.

Last four T20Is between these two teams at this ground:

Date	Batting first	Chasing	Result
11 Oct 2026	PAK 215/3	SL 133/7	Bat first won
9 Oct 2026	SL 182/8	PAK 187/6 (18.5)	Chase won
29 Nov 2025	SL 114 all out	PAK 118/4 (18.4)	Chase won
22 Nov 2025	SL 128/7	PAK 131/3 (15.3)	Chase won

Average first innings score in these four games is about 160. The team chasing won three of the four. The two games in October were high scoring, so expect 180 plus again.

For fantasy: load up on top order batters. Pace bowlers who bowl with the new ball have done well in this series. Dew came in during the second innings of the first game, so the toss winner will likely bowl first.

Weather Report

The forecast for Rawalpindi on Tuesday shows a high of about 25°C and a low of about 18°C. There is a 70% chance of rain and thunderstorms during the day. Humidity will be high in the evening. Rain could delay the start or cut overs, so check the toss news before you lock your team.

Probable Playing XIs

Pakistan: Sahibzada Farhan (C), Maaz Sadaqat, Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Hasan Nawaz, Khawaja Nafay (WK), Shadab Khan, Mohammad Imran, Salman Mirza, Naseem Shah, Abrar Ahmed

Sri Lanka: Kusal Mendis (C, WK), Lahiru Udara, Sineth Jayawardena, Kamindu Mendis, Sahan Arachchige, Dasun Shanaka, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Maheesh Theekshana, Eshan Malinga, Binura Fernando, Nuwan Thushara

Both teams are the same as the 2nd T20I. Pakistan have won the series, so they may give a game to someone like Abdul Samad, Arafat Minhas or Sufiyan Moqim. Final XIs come at the toss.

Top Fantasy Picks

• Sahibzada Farhan (PAK, batter): 89 off 53 in the 1st T20I and 73 off 44 in the 2nd. The most consistent batter in the series so far.
• Maaz Sadaqat (PAK, all rounder): 50 off 28 in the 1st T20I and 96 off 51 in the 2nd. Opens the batting now, so he gets plenty of balls.
• Mohammad Imran (PAK, bowler): 2/21 on debut and then 3/11 in four overs in the 2nd T20I. Five wickets in two games.
• Naseem Shah (PAK, bowler): 3/36 in the 1st T20I, including two wickets in the 19th over. Bowls with the new ball and at the death.
• Maheesh Theekshana (SL, bowler): Two wickets in the 1st T20I and 32 not out off 26 in the 2nd. Gives points with both bat and ball.
• Lahiru Udara (SL, batter): Made 91 off 55 in the 1st T20I but fell in the first over of the 2nd. High risk, but he is Sri Lanka’s best batter in this series.

Note: Lahiru Udara may show as a wicketkeeper on some fantasy apps.

PAK vs SL 3rd T20I Fantasy Team: Small Leagues

Wicketkeeper: Khawaja Nafay

Batters: Sahibzada Farhan (Vc), Fakhar Zaman, Lahiru Udara

All rounders: Maaz Sadaqat (C), Saim Ayub, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka

Bowlers: Mohammad Imran, Naseem Shah, Maheesh Theekshana

Captain: Maaz Sadaqat. He is an all rounder and has scored 50 and 96 in the two games as an opener.

Vice captain: Sahibzada Farhan. Scores of 89 and 73 in this series. Very steady at the top.

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PAK vs SL 3rd T20I Fantasy Team: Grand Leagues

Wicketkeeper: Kusal Mendis

Batters: Sahibzada Farhan, Lahiru Udara, Fakhar Zaman

All rounders: Maaz Sadaqat (C), Shadab Khan, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Dasun Shanaka

Bowlers: Mohammad Imran (Vc), Salman Mirza, Maheesh Theekshana

Captain: Mohammad Imran. Five wickets in two games (2/21 and 3/11). Fewer people will pick a bowler as captain.

Vice captain: Maaz Sadaqat. An all rounder with 146 runs in two games in this series.

Other options for Grand Leagues: Eshan Malinga (two wickets in the 1st T20I, 1/41 in the 2nd) and Sineth Jayawardena (22 in the 2nd T20I).

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Match Prediction

Pakistan should win this one too. Their openers Farhan and Maaz have scored big in both games, and Imran and Naseem have taken early wickets in both games. Sri Lanka’s batting has depended on one or two players and they have dropped catches. Rain is the only thing that can spoil it. Our pick: Pakistan to win and finish 3-0.

FAQs – PAK vs SL 3rd T20I Fantasy Team

Who will win Pakistan vs Sri Lanka 3rd T20I today?
Pakistan are the favourites. They have won both games in this series and look stronger with bat and ball.

What is the Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Fantasy prediction?
Back the Pakistan top order and new ball bowlers. Maaz Sadaqat, Sahibzada Farhan and Mohammad Imran are the top picks.

What is the pitch report for Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium?
It is a good batting pitch with a fast outfield. The first innings average in the last four games between these teams here is about 160, and chasing teams won three of four.

What is the probable playing XI for Pakistan vs Sri Lanka?
Both sides are expected to play the same XI as the 2nd T20I. Pakistan may try a bench player since the series is won. Final XIs come at the toss.

Who are the best captain and vice captain picks for Pakistan vs Sri Lanka?
Maaz Sadaqat (all rounder) and Sahibzada Farhan are the safe picks. For Grand Leagues, try Mohammad Imran as captain.

Will rain affect the Pakistan vs Sri Lanka 3rd T20I?
There is a 70% chance of rain and thunderstorms in Rawalpindi during the day on Tuesday, so the start could be delayed.