Jan 07, 2026
In an important dress rehearsal before the 2026 T20 World Cup, Pakistan takes on Sri Lanka. In Dambulla, Sri Lanka, the two will play each other in a three-match Twenty20 International series.
Before the World Cup next month, Pakistan's final Twenty20 International assignment is this series. As they prepare for the showpiece, they will try to maximize the outings.
Shaheen Shah Afridi and other players have not been selected for the T20I squads, so the Men in Green will be without their services.
Why won't Babar and Shaheen play in the first Twenty20 International between SL and Pakistan?In the Twenty20 International series against Sri Lanka, Pakistan did not select the players who participated in the Big Bash League. This resulted from PCB's pledge to Cricket Australia that all of their players would be available for the franchise tournament. The two are participating in the BBL right now.
Returning to the game, Pakistan chose to bowl first after winning the toss. "We'll bowl first. It appears to be a good wicket, but due to the rain, it has been covered for a few days. We would like to use any assistance that is available. The outstanding senior players who were left out will soon return. is returning, and our balance is quite good. At the toss, Pakistani captain Salman remarked, "There's still a month to go, some of them are playing their first World Cup, some have played two or three World Cups, and everyone is excited."
"It looks like a really good wicket. However, you are aware of the nature of the Dambulla pitches. anticipating a high-scoring match. We have four specialized bowlers and seven batters, so it's a good setup to showcase their abilities. The captain of Sri Lanka stated, "There is excitement because it's a home World Cup and hopefully the goods will be delivered."
Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Salman Agha (c), Usman Khan (w), Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Wasim Jr., Salman Mirza, and Abrar Ahmed make up Pakistan's starting lineup.
Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara (w), Charith Asalanka, Dasun Shanaka (c), Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, and Nuwan Thushara make up Sri Lanka's starting lineup.
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