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Pakistan vs Sri Lanka ODI Tri-Series Final 2026: Match Details and Teams

04 Nov 2026, 10:28 PM IST · GlobeWire Daily Editorial Desk · Source: www.techradar.com

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Key takeaways

Pakistan's Salman Agha watches the ball after playing a shot during the tri-series one-day international (ODI) cricket match between Pakistan and Sri Lanka at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

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Match Overview and Venue

The final of the 2026 ODI tri-series features Pakistan and Sri Lanka, taking place at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. The match is part of both teams' preparations ahead of the upcoming 50-over World Cup.

Competition: 2026 ODI Tri-Series Final
Teams: Pakistan vs Sri Lanka
Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
Date: Saturday, October 31
Match Start Time: 1:00 PM local time (Pakistan) / 4:00 AM ET / 8:00 AM GMT / 7:00 AEDT
Format: One Day International (ODI)

Team Lineups

Both sides announced their confirmed starting XIs for the final clash:

Pakistan XI: Maaz Sadaqat, Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam, Saad Baig (wk), Salman Agha, Hasan Nawaz, Arafat Minhas, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Shah Afridi (c), Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf
Sri Lanka XI: Kamindu Mendis, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (c, wk), Pavan Rathnayake, Sahan Arachchige, Janith Liyanage, Dasun Shanaka, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka

Match Status and Toss

Pakistan captain Shaheen Shah Afridi won the toss and opted to bowl first. The match is currently underway as a completed or live fixture depending on the time of viewing, with Sri Lanka posting a total of 325-8 following a century from opener Kamindu Mendis, leaving Pakistan with a target of 326 to win.

Broadcasting and Viewing Options

Fans looking to follow the action can access broadcasts through regional rights holders depending on their location:

Pakistan: Tapmad (free streaming with an account)
United States: Willow TV, Sling TV (Desi Binge Plus or Dakshin Flex plans)
United Kingdom: Sky Sports Cricket, Now Sports membership
India: Sony Sports Network, Sony LIV
Australia: Fox Sports 505, Kayo Sports

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