SL vs PAK Today Match Prediction & Fantasy Tips: Who Will Win the Match Sri Lanka vs Pakistan? - 2nd T20I 2025
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The SL vs PAK today match prediction looks at the 2nd T20I in Dambulla, where Sri Lanka face Pakistan. Pakistan come in high on confidence after a 6-wicket win in the first match, while Sri Lanka will be keen to bounce back.
With Nissanka, Asalanka, and Hasaranga key for Sri Lanka, and Farhan, Shadab, and Abrar in form for Pakistan, the SL vs PAK Dream11 prediction today match favors top-order batters and strike bowlers. Overall, the Sri Lanka vs Pakistan prediction slightly lean towards Pakistan. Picking the right SL vs PAK Dream11 team today will be crucial.
Match Details
- Match: Sri Lanka vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I
- Series: Pakistan tour of Sri Lanka, 2026
- Date: Friday, 9 January 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM IST
- Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla, Sri Lanka
SL vs PAK Pitch & Weather Report
The Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium pitch is well-balanced, providing opportunities for both batters and bowlers. Fast bowlers can generate early movement and bounce, while spinners are likely to get some assistance in the middle overs.
A total around 140–150 can put pressure on the chasing side.
Weather Forecast: Partly cloudy skies with light breezes are expected during the match, and rain interruptions are unlikely, making conditions suitable for uninterrupted play.
Match Key Points – SL vs PAK
Pakistan are in better form after winning the first T20I comfortably.
Sri Lanka will look to bounce back at home after a poor performance.
The Dambulla pitch is balanced, helping both batters and bowlers.
Pathum Nissanka and Charith Asalanka are key players for Sri Lanka.
Sahibzada Farhan and Shadab Khan will be crucial for Pakistan.
The toss can be important, as teams chasing have done well recently.
Pakistan start as slight favorites, but a close match is expected.
SL vs PAK Recent Performance
Sri Lanka (SL)
Last 5 matches: W W L L L
- Wins in last 5: 2
- Recent match result: Lost to Pakistan by 6 wickets
- Key Players: Pathum Nissanka, Charith Asalanka, Dushmantha Chameera
Pakistan (PAK)
Last 5 matches: W W L W L
- Wins in last 5: 4
- Recent match result: Beat Sri Lanka by 6 wickets
- Key Players: Sahibzada Farhan, Shadab Khan, Abrar Ahmed
SL vs PAK Head-to-Head
| Matches Played | Sri Lanka (SL) Won | Pakistan (Pak) Won | Tie/NR |
|---|---|---|---|
|
(Overall) 27
|
11 |
17 |
00 |
|
Last 5 matches
|
02 |
04 |
00 |
Sl vs PAK Probable Playing 11
Sri Lanka (SL) Probable Playing 11
Dasun Shanaka(c), Charith Asalanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kamindu Mendis/Dhananjaya de Silva, Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Mahesh Theekshana, Nuwan Thushara, Dushmantha Chameera
Pakistan (PAK) Probable Playing 11
Salman Agha (c), Usman Khan (wk), Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Abrar Ahmed, Salman Mirza, Naseem Shah and Mohammad Wasim Jnr.
Sl vs PAK Toss Prediction
At Dambulla, the toss-winning captain is likely to bowl first, as the pitch has slightly favored teams chasing in recent games.
Here’s the updated SL vs PAK Dream11 Top Picks section for the 2nd T20I, using stats from the 1st T20I and incorporating unique wording:
SL vs PAK Dream11 Prediction – Top Picks
Batters to Watch
- Janith Liyanage (SL) – 40 runs in 31 balls in 1st T20I, top-scorer for Sri Lanka
- Saim Ayub (PAK) – 24 runs in 18 balls in 1st T20I, steady Top-order contributor
- Sahibzada Farhan (PAK) – 51 runs in 36 balls in 1st T20I, in-form opener
Bowlers to Watch
- Wanindu Hasaranga (SL) – 1 wickets for 17 runs in 1st T20I, leg-spin threat
- Salman Mirza (PAK) – 3 wickets in 1st T20I, effective pace bowler
- Abrar Ahmed (PAK) – 3 wickets in 1st T20I, impactful leg-spinner
SL vs PAK T20 Dream11 Team Today
- Wicketkeeper: Kusal Mendis (SL)
- Batters: Pathum Nissanka (SL), Charith Asalanka (SL), Sahibzada Farhan (PAK), Saim Ayub (PAK)
- All-rounders: Shadab Khan (PAK), Dasun Shanaka (SL)
- Bowlers: Dushmantha Chameera (SL), Abrar Ahmed (PAK), Mahesh Theekshana (SL), Salman Mirza (PAK)
- Captain Choices: Sahibzada Farhan (PAK) / Pathum Nissanka (SL)
Vice-Captain Choices: Shadab Khan (PAK) / Dushmantha Chameera (SL)
👉 For fantasy players looking for confidence today, the SL vs PAK 1st ODI predictions with fantasy tips still provide good direction.
SL vs PAK 2nd T20 Match Prediction -Who Will Win Today?
Pakistan come into this second T20I with momentum and confidence after their 6-wicket victory in the series opener. Sri Lanka will look to improve with contributions from Pathum Nissanka, Charith Asalanka, and Wanindu Hasaranga, but Pakistan’s in-form batters and effective bowling attack make them favorites to go 2-0 up in the series.
SL vs PAK 2nd T20I Prediction:
👉 Pakistan to win
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❓FAQs
Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium, Dambulla, Sri Lanka.
7:00 PM IST on 9th January 2026.
Pathum Nissanka, Charith Asalanka, Sahibzada Farhan, Wanindu Hasaranga, Shadab Khan, Abrar Ahmed.
Pakistan, based on momentum, form, and depth in batting and bowling.
Balanced pitch with moderate scoring; pacers get early swing, spinners turn in middle overs.