Rangiri Dambulla Intl. Stadium Pitch Report: Pakistan vs Sri Lanka 3rd T20I
Pakistan and Sri Lanka will face each other in the 3rd T20I of the Pakistan tour of Sri Lanka on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium. With the series on the line, both teams will look to finish the tour strongly. Sri Lanka will rely on home conditions, while Pakistan will aim to continue their good T20I form away from home.
Pakistan have been more consistent recently, winning four of their last five matches, including games against Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe. Sri Lanka have had mixed results, with two wins and three losses in their last five matches, including defeats to Pakistan. This gives Pakistan a small edge going into this important match.
What is the Pitch Report for Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium
The pitch at Rangiri Dambulla Stadium is usually slow and helps spinners. The average first-innings score is 168, while the second-innings average is 143, showing that batting gets harder as the match goes on. The highest score here is 209/5, and the lowest is just 89 all out, which shows how tough this pitch can be.
As the surface dries, it offers more turn and grip, making shot-making difficult. This is why scores around 160-170 are often good enough here. Teams with strong spinners and disciplined bowling attacks usually do well at this ground.
| Pitch Stats | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 15 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 168 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 143 |
| Highest Total | 209/5 |
| Lowest Total | 89/10 |
| Highest Chase | 180/5 |
| Lowest Total Defended | 160/10 |
| Win Bat First | 40% |
| Win Bowl First | 40% |
Pace vs Spin – Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium ?
At the Rangiri Dambulla Stadium, spinners clearly have the edge. In the last 10 matches, they have taken 66 wickets (57%), while fast bowlers have picked up 49 (43%). This shows the pitch offers more grip and turn, especially later in the game.
The slow and dry surface helps spinners control runs and take wickets in the middle overs. Teams with a strong spin attack usually do better here than pace-heavy sides.
| Bowling Type | Wickets | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pace | 49 | 43% |
| Spin | 66 | 57% |
Match Day Weather Update – Rangiri Dambulla Intl. Stadium
The weather in Dambulla on match day is expected to be mostly cloudy with a temperature around 26.3°C and 70% humidity. These humid conditions can make it feel warmer for players, especially during long spells in the field.
There is a 58% chance of rain, which means short interruptions are possible during the game. Cloud cover could also assist swing bowlers early on, but teams will need to be prepared for possible weather delays affecting the flow of the match.
| Weather Factor | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 26.3°C |
| Sky Condition | Mostly Cloudy |
| Humidity | 70% |
| Rain Probability | 58% |
SL vs PAK 3rd T20I Probable Playing 11
Sri Lanka Probable XI Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis, Dhananjaya de Silva, Charith Asalanka, Dasun Shanaka, Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Nuwan Thushara
Pakistan Probable XI Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Agha Salman, Fakhar Zaman, Usman Khan, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Salman Mirza, Abrar Ahmed
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka 3rd T20I Team Squad:
Sri Lanka Squad: Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Janith Liyanage, Dasun Shanaka, Charith Asalanka, Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushan Hemantha, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Nuwan Thushara, Eshan Malinga, Dunith Wellalage, Matheesha Pathirana, Traveen Mathews
Pakistan Squad: Usman Khan, Khawaja Nafay, Abdul Samad, Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Agha Salman, Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Nawaz, Shadab Khan, Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Usman Tariq, Naseem Shah, Salman Mirza
