PAK vs SL 2nd ODI Preview & Prediction: Pakistan will face Sri Lanka in the 2nd ODI of the Sri Lanka Tour of Pakistan 2025 on Thursday, November 13 2025, at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, starting at 15:30 IST.
After winning the first match by six runs, Shaheen Afridi’s Pakistan will be looking to put in another strong performance at home to clinch the series 2-0.
Meanwhile, Charitha Aslanka’s Sri Lanka will be looking to bounce back from a missed opportunity in the first ODI to level the series.
In this article, we take a look at the PAK vs SL 2nd ODI Match Preview, Pitch Report, Prediction & Stats.
Match Details – PAK vs SL 2nd ODI
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 2nd ODI |
| Date | Thursday, 13th November 2025 |
| Time | 15:30 IST |
| Venue | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium |
| Live Streaming | Disney+ Hotstar / Star Sports |
| Format | ODI |
PAK vs SL Team Preview & Analysis
Pakistan
Pakistan’s confidence has been boosted after a challenging 299-run performance in the second ODI. Salman Agha scored a brilliant century while Haris Rauf took four wickets to help Pakistan start the series with a win.
The top order looks solid with Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam and Sam Ayub, while Rizwan leads the middle order. Hussain Talat and Faheem Ashraf provide all-around balance.
In the bowling department, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah will lead the fast bowling. Spinners Mohammad Nawaz and Agha Salman will add variety to the middle overs. Pakistan will look to extend their unbeaten streak in Rawalpindi.
Key Players to Watch:
Babar Azam, Agha Salman, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka will be disappointed to lose the first ODI despite a good performance. Wanindu Hasaranga impressed with 59 runs and three wickets, while Samarawickrama and Mishra also raised hopes.
Skipper Charith Aslanka will expect his bowlers – Chameera, Thikashana and Asitha Fernando – to strengthen their line and capitalise on the early moves. Sri Lanka’s batting will need a strong finish to challenge Pakistan’s domestic dominance.
Key players to watch:
Wanindhu Hasaranga, Charith Aslanka, Kusal Mendis, Dushmantha Chameera
Read Also: PAK vs SL Head-to-Head Records & Stats
PAK vs SL Predicted Playing XI
Pakistan Playing XI
Shaheen Shah Afridi (c), Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Salman Agha, Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Nawaz, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf, Hussain Talat
Sri Lanka Playing XI
Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis (wk), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka (c), Janith Liyanage, Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Asitha Fernando
PAK vs SL Pitch Report – Rawalpindi
The Rawalpindi surface is known for offering excellent batting conditions with true bounce. Fast bowlers get some movement early on, but once settled, batsmen can play freely. The average first-innings score here is around 240–260 runs.
Teams chasing have won most of the recent matches at this venue, so the toss-winning captain is likely to bowl first.
Pitch Type: Balanced
Batting Conditions: High Scoring
Pace Bowling: Bounce & Seam
Spin Bowling: Average Turn
Weather Forecast – Rawalpindi, Nov 13, 2025
| Time | Temperature | Rain | Clouds | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:00 PM | 25°C | 0% | Clear | 5 km/h |
| 04:00 PM | 22°C | 0% | Sunny | 4 km/h |
| 07:00 PM | 18°C | 0% | Clear | 3 km/h |
Conditions: Ideal for cricket — bright skies and no rain expected.
PAK vs SL 2nd ODI Win Prediction
| Team | Winning Probability | Key Strength |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | 58% | Strong pace attack, home advantage |
| Sri Lanka | 42% | Spin depth, Hasaranga’s all-round form |
Prediction: Pakistan will be expected to continue their dominance at home and win the second ODI to take the series 2-0. Sri Lanka will need an exceptional all-round performance to stop them.
