Sri Lanka vs Pakistan, Super 8, Group 2 T20 World Cup 2026 Match Prediction – SL vs PAK Today Match Preview, Pitch Report & Toss Prediction

SL vs PAK Betting Tips

• Match Winner: Pakistan to win
• Top Sri Lanka Batter: Kusal Mendis
• Top Pakistan Batter: Sahibzada Farhan
• Top Sri Lanka Bowler: Maheesh Theekshana
• Top Pakistan Bowler: Usman Tariq
• Innings Condition Bet: Bowling first holds a clear advantage at this venue

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Sri Lanka vs Pakistan Match Prediction & Analysis

Sri Lanka’s Super 8 campaign has been a disappointing one. After winning three of four group-stage matches, they have struggled badly against stronger opposition, suffering defeats to New Zealand, England, and Zimbabwe. Their batting has lacked consistency, and collapses have often followed promising starts.

Pakistan’s journey has been equally frustrating but still alive. A washed-out game against New Zealand, followed by a narrow loss to England has left them with just one point. Qualification now depends on winning big and hoping results elsewhere go their way.

In current form, there is very little separating the two teams. Sri Lanka relies heavily on their top order, while Pakistan’s strength lies in their spin bowling depth. On a surface that slows down as the innings progresses, Pakistan’s variety of spinners could prove decisive. That factor gives them a slight but important edge in this contest.

SL vs PAK Head to Head (T20Is)

SL vs PAK Head to Head (T20I World Cup)

SL vs PAK Team Preview

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka reached the Super 8 after a solid group stage but have been unable to maintain that momentum. Their batting revolves around Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis, with Nissanka’s unbeaten 100 against Australia standing out as the highlight of their tournament.

Kusal Mendis has played the anchor role, scoring 197 runs in six matches, while Kamindu Mendis and Dasun Shanaka provide middle-order firepower. With the ball, Dushmantha Chameera has been impressive, taking nine wickets in five games, supported by the spin duo of Dunith Wellalage and Maheesh Theekshana.

SL Probable Playing XI- Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Charith Asalanka, Pavan Rathnayake, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka (c), Dunith Wellalage, Dushan Hemantha, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Dilshan Madushanka

Pakistan

Pakistan’s Super 8 hopes rest heavily on this match. Their batting has been led by Sahibzada Farhan, who has amassed 283 runs in four games at a strike rate of 164. His aggressive approach in the powerplay sets the tone for the innings.

The middle order, featuring Fakhar Zaman, Usman Khan, Shadab Khan, and Mohammad Nawaz, adds depth and finishing power. Pakistan’s biggest strength, however, has been its spin attack, which has claimed 27 of the team’s 38 wickets in the tournament. Usman Tariq’s awkward action and Shaheen Afridi’s return to form with a four-wicket haul in the last game further strengthened their bowling unit.

PAK Probable Playing XI- Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Salman Agha (c), Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Usman Khan (wk), Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Shaheen Afridi, Abrar Ahmed / Salman Mirza, Usman Tariq

SL vs PAK Pitch Report

The surface at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium allows stroke play early but becomes slower as the match progresses, bringing spinners into play during the middle overs.

• Average first-innings score: 160-170
• Competitive total: 170+
• Dew factor: No significant dew expected

SL vs PAK Weather Report

• Temperature: Around 29-24°C
• Sky Conditions: Mostly cloudy
• Rain: 50%
• Wind Speed: 1-2 km/h

SL vs PAK Toss Prediction

With cloud cover expected and some early assistance for bowlers, captains winning the toss are likely to prefer fielding first. Previous matches here have shown chasing to be slightly easier under similar conditions.

Toss Prediction: Bowl first

Sri Lanka vs Pakistan Winning Prediction

Pakistan entered this match with far more at stake and a clearer tactical advantage, particularly through their spin-heavy bowling attack. Sri Lanka, while capable of challenging if their top order fires, remains heavily dependent on a few key players.

Final Prediction: Pakistan to win

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