Pakistan will look to take an unassailable 2-0 lead when they face Sri Lanka in the second T20I at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Sunday, October 11, 2026. After winning the opening match by four wickets, Pakistan have the opportunity to clinch the three-match series with a game to spare.
Sahibzada Farhan made an impressive start to his captaincy, smashing 89 off 53 balls in the first match. Maaz Sadaqat also contributed a half-century, giving Pakistan a strong platform in their chase of Sri Lanka’s 183-run target.
Sri Lanka, meanwhile, will need a stronger bowling performance after Pakistan chased down the target with seven balls to spare. Lahiru Udara’s 91 off 55 deliveries showed the visitors have the batting firepower to challenge Pakistan, but they will need more support from the rest of the lineup.
Match details
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Match |
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 2nd T20I |
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Series |
Sri Lanka tour of Pakistan 2026 |
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Date |
Sunday, October 11, 2026 |
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Time |
6:00 PM PKT |
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Toss |
5:30 PM PKT |
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Venue |
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
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Format |
T20 International |
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Series score |
Pakistan lead 1-0 |
Pitch report
The Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium can offer good conditions for stroke-making, making a competitive total possible in the shortest format. Batters who settle early can take advantage of the surface, while bowlers will need variations and disciplined lines to control the scoring.
Pakistan’s successful chase in the first T20I will give their batters confidence. Sri Lanka’s bowlers must find ways to break partnerships early and avoid allowing Pakistan to build another comfortable chase.
Pakistan team overview
Pakistan will enter the second T20I with confidence after their opening-match victory. Farhan’s aggressive batting and Sadaqat’s half-century highlighted the strength of the top order, while Fakhar Zaman provided a quick start.
The hosts will want a more controlled performance from their bowling unit after conceding 182 runs in the first match. Naseem Shah took three wickets, while Mohammad Imran claimed two on debut. If Pakistan can restrict Sri Lanka to a manageable total, they will be well placed to secure the series.
Sri Lanka team overview
Sri Lanka showed their batting potential in the first T20I, with Udara leading the way through an impressive 91. However, they will need more meaningful contributions from the other batters to put Pakistan under greater pressure.
The visitors also need improvement with the ball. Eshan Malinga and Maheesh Theekshana took two wickets each in the opening game, but Pakistan’s partnerships proved decisive. Sri Lanka must take wickets at regular intervals if they are to level the series.
Predicted playing XIs
Pakistan: Sahibzada Farhan (c), Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Hasan Nawaz, Abdul Samad, Maaz Sadaqat, Khawaja Nafay (wk), Shadab Khan, Naseem Shah, Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Imran Randhawa.
Sri Lanka: Kusal Mendis (c), Kamil Mishara, Lahiru Udara, Sineth Jayawardena, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Sahan Arachchige, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Eshan Malinga.
These are predicted XIs, not confirmed lineups.
Players to watch
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Best batter: Sahibzada Farhan. His match-winning 89 in the opener makes him Pakistan’s key batting threat.
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Best bowler: Naseem Shah. After taking three wickets in the first match, he will be crucial to Pakistan’s plans with the new ball.
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Sri Lanka’s key player: Lahiru Udara. His 91 in the opening match demonstrated his ability to challenge Pakistan’s bowling attack.
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Match prediction
Pakistan will start as favourites after winning the first T20I and gaining confidence from their successful chase. Sri Lanka have enough batting firepower to make the contest competitive, but they need to improve their bowling and support Udara with more runs.
Prediction: Pakistan to win the second T20I and seal the series 2-0.
