SL vs PAK Today Match Prediction, 1st T20I – Who Will Win? Top Batter & Top Bowler Picks | Sri Lanka vs Pakistan 2026
SL vs PAK 1st T20I Match Prediction: Sri Lanka (SL) and Pakistan (PAK) are set to lock horns in the 1st T20I of the Pakistan Tour of Sri Lanka 2025.
If you are searching for Sri Lanka vs Pakistan Today Match Prediction, you’re in the right place. The high-voltage clash will be played on Wednesday, January 7, at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla, Sri Lanka, where both teams will look to start the series on a winning note.
Quick Answer: Our SL vs PAK 1st T20I Match Prediction
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Winner Prediction | Pakistan to win this match. |
| Most Runs | Kamil Mishara (SL), Sahibzada Farhan (PAK) |
| Most Wickets | Wanindu Hasaranga (SL), Mohammad Nawaz (PAK) |
| Most SIX | Pakistan to hit more sixes |
| Most 4s | Pakistan to hit more 4s |
| Fantasy Tips | SL vs PAK 1st T20I Dream11 Prediction |
SL vs PAK Match Prediction – Team Analysis
Sri Lanka (SL) Team Analysis
After winning two consecutive matches to reach the Tri-Series Final, Sri Lanka fell short in the decider as Pakistan defeated them by six wickets with eight balls to spare.
Sri Lanka’s Kamil Mishara played a brilliant knock in the Tri-Series Final, scoring 59 runs off 47 balls, providing his team a solid foundation.
Top-order batter Pathum Nissanka has been in exceptional form, registering scores of 81, 67, and 56 in his recent six T20I innings, highlighting his consistency at the top.
With the ball, Wanindu Hasaranga took seven wickets in the Pakistan Tri-Series at an economy rate of 7.05.
Eshan Malinga recorded 2/54 and 1/16 in his last two T20Is. Maheesh Theekshana bowled economically in the Tri-Series Final, conceding only 22 runs in four overs, while Dushmantha Chameera starred with 4/20 against Pakistan in the group match.
Pakistan (PAK) Team Analysis
Pakistan continued their impressive run in T20I cricket, making it four wins from five matches after defeating Sri Lanka in the Tri-Series Final in November.
For Pakistan, Sahibzada Farhan produced a powerful performance, smashing 65 runs off 46 deliveries, including 10 boundaries, showcasing his aggressive intent.
Experienced campaigner Fakhar Zaman also enters the series with confidence, having scored 69 and 20 in his last two outings.
Saim Ayub has contributed well with both bat and ball in his recent games, taking figures of 1/17, 2/25, and 1/16, along with useful scores of 36, 28, and 29.
SL vs PAK 1st T20I Match Details & Live Streaming:
| Match No. | SL vs PAK 1st T20I |
| Tournament | Pakistan Tour of Sri Lanka 2025 |
| Date & Time | Wednesday, January 7, 7:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla, Sri Lanka. |
| Live Streaming | Fancode |
Sri Lanka vs Pakistan: Probable Playing 11
Sri Lanka Probable XI:
Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis (WK), Kusal Perera, Charith Asalanka, Dasun Shanaka (C), Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera/T Mathew, Matheesha Pathirana.
Pakistan Probable XI:
Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman, Salman Ali Agha (C), Usman Khan (WK), Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Naseem Shah, Abrar Ahmad, Salman Mirza.
Sri Lanka vs Pakistan 1st T20I, Players To Watch Out for
Who will be the top run scorers for Sri Lanka today?
Kamil Mishara is our pick to top-score for Sri Lanka.
| Player | MAT | INNS | NO | RUNS | HS | AVG | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Kamil Mishara | 4 | 4 | – | 169 | 76 | 42.25 | 122 | 138.52 | – | 2 | 9 | 12 |
| 2. Pathum Nissanka | 5 | 5 | 1 | 134 | 98 | 33.50 | 100 | 134.00 | – | 1 | 5 | 14 |
| 3. Kusal Mendis | 5 | 5 | 1 | 88 | 40 | 22.00 | 84 | 104.76 | – | – | 2 | 7 |
| 4. Janith Liyanage | 4 | 3 | 2 | 65 | 41 | 65.00 | 64 | 101.56 | – | – | 1 | 5 |
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 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 191 | 80 | 47.75 | 130 | 146.92 | – | 2 | 9 | 17 |
| 2. Babar Azam | 5 | 5 | 1 | 127 | 74 | 31.75 | 113 | 112.39 | – | 1 | 4 | 9 |
| 3. Saim Ayub | 5 | 5 | – | 118 | 36 | 23.60 | 103 | 114.56 | – | – | 4 | 15 |
| 4. Agha Salman | 5 | 5 | 2 | 79 | 63 | 26.33 | 63 | 125.40 | – | 1 | 3 | 6 |
Who will pick the most wickets for Sri Lanka in the match?
Pick: Wanindu Hasaranga to take the most wickets for Sri Lanka.
| Player | MAT | INNS | OVR | RUNS | WK | BBI | AVG | ECN | SR | 4W | 5W | MD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Dushmantha Chameera | 5 | 5 | 18.4 | 123 | 7 | 4/20 | 17.57 | 6.59 | 16.00 | 1 | – | – |
| 2. Wanindu Hasaranga | 5 | 5 | 20 | 141 | 7 | 3/32 | 20.14 | 7.05 | 17.14 | – | – | – |
| 3. Eshan Malinga | 5 | 5 | 17.3 | 158 | 5 | 2/27 | 31.60 | 9.03 | 21.00 | – | – | – |
| 4. Maheesh Theekshana | 4 | 4 | 16 | 117 | 3 | 2/23 | 39.00 | 7.31 | 32.00 | – | – | – |
Who will pick the most wickets for Pakistan in the match?
Pick: Mohammad Nawaz to take the most wickets for Pakistan.
| Player | MAT | INNS | OVR | RUNS | WK | BBI | AVG | ECN | SR | 4W | 5W | MD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Mohammad Nawaz | 5 | 5 | 18 | 102 | 10 | 3/16 | 10.20 | 5.67 | 10.80 | – | – | – |
| 2. Abrar Ahmed | 4 | 4 | 16 | 102 | 6 | 2/18 | 17.00 | 6.38 | 16.00 | – | – | – |
| 3. Usman Tariq | 1 | 1 | 4 | 18 | 4 | 4/18 | 4.50 | 4.50 | 6.00 | 1 | – | 1 |
| 4. Salman Mirza | 4 | 4 | 14.1 | 101 | 4 | 1/21 | 25.25 | 7.13 | 21.25 | – | – | – |
Sri Lanka vs Pakistan, Which Team Will score more sixes?
We expect Pakistan to hit more sixes in this match
Sri Lanka vs Pakistan, Which Team Will score more fours?
We expect Pakistan to hit more fours in this match.
| Team | Sixes / Match | Fours / Match |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | 6.0 | 11.8 |
| Sri Lanka | 4.2 | 9.6 |
Who will win today’s SL vs PAK 1st T20I match?
Sri Lanka have a more experienced and talented squad and also benefit from home conditions, which makes them look like the more balanced side.
However, Pakistan lead 3-2 in their last five T20I clashes against Sri Lanka.
Pakistan will be without key players like Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan, while Sahibzada Farhan and Kamil Mishara remain top fantasy picks for their teams.
Prediction: Despite missing a few important players due to league commitments, Pakistan still have a strong squad. MyFinal11 expert backing Pakistan to win this match.
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on player stats, form, and match conditions. Cricket is unpredictable; consider other factors before making decisions.