PAK vs SL Today Match Prediction, T20 WC 2026 Super 8 Match – Who Will Win? Top Batter and Top Bowler Picks
PAK vs SL Today Match Prediction: Pakistan (PAK) and Sri Lanka (SL) are set to lock horns in the Super 8 Match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.
If you’re searching for today’s match prediction for Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, you’re in the right place.
The T20I clash will be played on Saturday, February 28, at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy, Sri Lanka.
PAK vs SL Winning Probability
According to our match model, Pakistan have a 52% chance of winning, while Sri Lanka has a 48% chance.
PAK vs SL Toss Prediction
The team winning the toss is likely to bat first at R. Premadasa Stadium, as chasing becomes difficult when the pitch slows down.
PAK vs SL Today Match Prediction (Pre-Match)
| Question | Answer |
| Winner Prediction | Pakistan to win this Super 8 match. |
| Most Runs | Sahibzada Farhan (PAK), Pathum Nissanka (SL) |
| Most Wickets | Usman Tariq (PAK), Maheesh Theekshana (SL) |
| Most SIX | Pakistan to hit more sixes |
| Most 4s | Pakistan to hit more 4s |
PAK vs SL Today Match Prediction – Team Analysis
Pakistan (PAK) Team Analysis
If Pakistan wins today’s match by a big margin, it is likely to reach the semi-finals. Their first match against New Zealand was cancelled due to rain, and after that, they lost the next match against England by 2 wickets. To reach the semi-finals, Pakistan will have to beat Sri Lanka by a margin of more than 64 runs or win the match while chasing the target with 40 balls remaining.
Pakistan Team Strength Players:
Sahibzada Farhan is the leading run scorer for PAK, with a total of 283 runs.
Saim Ayub is a spin bowling all-rounder who has grabbed 5 wickets and scored 70 runs thus far.
Shadab Khan is a key all-rounder who is known for his powerful hitting and ability to contribute with the ball.
Babar Azam has been scoring 91 runs thus far at an average of 22.75.
Shaheen Afridi impressed with the ball and picked up 4 wickets against England.
For fantasy team tips and captain/vice-captain picks, check our detailed PAK vs SL Dream11 Prediction guide
Sri Lanka (SL) Team Analysis
Sri Lanka has already been eliminated from the tournament after losing two consecutive matches in the Super 8 group. They lost their last match against New Zealand by 61 runs. Kamindu Mendis scored 31 off 23 balls, while Dunith Wellalage added 29 runs off 23 balls. Maheesh Theekshana and Dushmantha Chameera picked up 2 wickets each.
Sri Lanka Team Strength Players:
Kamindu Mendis anchored the inning in the middle and scored 31 runs off 23 balls.
Pathum Nissanka, with 208 runs, is the leading run scorer for SL.
Kusal Mendis has been scoring 197 runs thus far at an average of 39.40.
Dunith Wellalage explored his batting ability and scored 29 runs off 23 balls in the last outing.
Maheesh Theekshana With a total of 11 wickets, is the leading wicket-taker for SL.
PAK vs SL Super 8 Match Details & Live Streaming:
| Match No. | PAK vs SL Super 8 Match Preview |
| Tournament | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Date & Time | Saturday, February 28, 7:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy, Sri Lanka. |
| Live Streaming | Jiohotstar, Star Sports Network |
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka: Probable Playing 11
Pakistan Probable XI:
Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Salman Agha, Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Usman Khan (WK), Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Shaheen Afridi, Salman Mirza, Usman Tariq
Sri Lanka Probable XI:
Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (WK), Charith Asalanka, Pavan Rathnayake, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Dunith Wellalage, Dushan Hemantha, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Dilshan Madushanka
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Today Match, Players To Watch Out for
Who will be the top run scorers for Pakistan today?
Sahibzada Farhan is our pick to top-score for Pakistan.
| Player | MAT | INNS | NO | RUNS | HS | AVG | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Sahibzada Farhan | 6 | 5 | 1 | 283 | 100 | 70.75 | 179 | 158.10 | 1 | 1 | 13 | 28 |
| 2. Shadab Khan | 6 | 5 | 1 | 111 | 36 | 27.75 | 72 | 154.17 | – | – | 4 | 10 |
| 3. Babar Azam | 6 | 4 | – | 91 | 46 | 22.75 | 81 | 112.35 | – | – | 1 | 7 |
Who will be the top run scorers for Sri Lanka today?
Pathum Nissanka is our pick to top-score for Sri Lanka.
| Player | MAT | INNS | NO | RUNS | HS | AVG | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Pathum Nissanka | 6 | 6 | 1 | 208 | 100 | 41.60 | 136 | 152.94 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 23 |
| 2. Kusal Mendis | 6 | 6 | 1 | 197 | 61 | 39.40 | 172 | 114.53 | – | 3 | 1 | 20 |
| 3. Pavan Rathnayake | 6 | 6 | 1 | 147 | 60 | 29.40 | 96 | 153.13 | – | 1 | 3 | 17 |
Who will pick the most wickets for Pakistan in the match?
Pick: Usman Tariq to take the most wickets for Pakistan.
| Player | MAT | INNS | OVR | RUNS | WK | BBI | AVG | ECN | SR | 4W | 5W | MD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Usman Tariq | 5 | 4 | 15.3 | 98 | 10 | 4/16 | 9.80 | 6.32 | 9.30 | 1 | – | 1 |
| 2. Shaheen Afridi | 4 | 4 | 13 | 131 | 7 | 4/30 | 18.71 | 10.08 | 11.14 | 1 | – | – |
| 3. Mohammad Nawaz | 6 | 5 | 18 | 135 | 6 | 2/26 | 22.50 | 7.50 | 18.00 | – | – | – |
Who will pick the most wickets for Sri Lanka in the match?
Pick: Maheesh Theekshana to take the most wickets for Sri Lanka.
| Player | MAT | INNS | OVR | RUNS | WK | BBI | AVG | ECN | SR | 4W | 5W | MD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Maheesh Theekshana | 6 | 6 | 23.3 | 169 | 11 | 3/23 | 15.36 | 7.19 | 12.82 | – | – | – |
| 2. Dushmantha Chameera | 5 | 5 | 17 | 152 | 9 | 3/38 | 16.89 | 8.94 | 11.33 | – | – | – |
| 3. Dunith Wellalage | 6 | 6 | 24 | 158 | 8 | 3/26 | 19.75 | 6.58 | 18.00 | – | – | – |
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka: Which Team Will Score More Sixes?
We expect Pakistan to hit more sixes in this match
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, Which Team Will score more fours?
We expect Pakistan to hit more fours in this match.
Who will win today’s PAK vs SL Super 8 Match?
Pakistan are favourites to win this Super 8 match.
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on player stats, form, and match conditions. Cricket is unpredictable; consider other factors before making decisions.