Pakistan will face Sri Lanka in match 5 of the ODI tri-series at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium on Tuesday, October 27. The hosts enter the contest unbeaten after winning all three of their previous matches.
Pakistan have already secured their place in the final, scheduled for Saturday, October 31. However, the upcoming match offers another opportunity to build momentum before the title clash.
The hosts have played two matches against England and one against Sri Lanka. Their consistent performances have kept them unbeaten throughout the tournament.
Pakistan Look to Continue Winning Run in Match 5
Pakistan previously defeated Sri Lanka by 37 runs in the tri-series. Salman Ali Agha played a key role with the bat, scoring 107 runs off 90 deliveries.
His innings included nine fours and one six. Captain Shaheen Shah Afridi also contributed with the ball, taking three wickets in that match.
Shaheen has claimed seven wickets in three tournament matches so far. He also reached a major career milestone during Pakistan’s previous match against England.
The left-arm fast bowler became Pakistan’s fastest pacer to take 150 ODI wickets. He achieved the milestone by dismissing Tom Banton during the first over of Sunday’s match.
Shaheen has also performed strongly at Gaddafi Stadium. He has taken 20 wickets in seven ODIs at the venue, including two four-wicket hauls.
He needs four more wickets to surpass former Pakistan fast bowler Wasim Akram’s record of 23 ODI wickets at the stadium. Akram achieved his tally across 18 matches.
Pakistan Enter Match 5 After Thrilling England Victory
Pakistan secured a dramatic one-wicket victory over England on Sunday evening. Shadab Khan starred with an unbeaten 113 from 96 balls, recording his maiden ODI century.
His innings featured 13 fours and five sixes. Shadab also shared an unbeaten 89-run partnership with Haris Rauf for the final wicket.
Rauf remained not out on seven from 19 deliveries. Their partnership helped Pakistan complete a memorable chase against England.
The result strengthened Pakistan’s position ahead of match 5 against Sri Lanka. The team will now aim to maintain its winning momentum.
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka ODI Head-to-Head Record
Tuesday’s fixture will be the 162nd ODI between Pakistan and Sri Lanka. Pakistan have won 97 of their previous 161 encounters.
Sri Lanka have recorded 59 victories against Pakistan. One match ended in a tie, while four matches produced no result.
These historical figures provide context for the upcoming contest. Both teams will look to deliver a strong performance at Gaddafi Stadium.
Pakistan and Sri Lanka Squads
Pakistan: Shaheen Shah Afridi (captain), Abrar Ahmed, Salman Ali Agha, Arafat Minhas, Babar Azam, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Maaz Sadaqat, Muhammad Ghazi Ghori (wicketkeeper), Haris Rauf, Hasan Nawaz, Naseem Shah, Razaullah, Saad Baig (wicketkeeper), Sahibzada Farhan and Shadab Khan.
Sri Lanka: Kusal Mendis (captain), Sahan Arachchige, Dushmantha Chameera, Sachindu Colombage, Avishka Fernando, Asitha Fernando, Janith Liyanage, Dilshan Madushanka, Eshan Malinga, Kamindu Mendis, Kamil Mishara, Lahiru Udara, Pavan Rathnayake, Dasun Shanaka, Maheesh Theekshana and Dunith Wellalage.
Match 5 Live Streaming Details
Cricket fans in Pakistan can watch the match live on PTV Sports. Tapmad and Tamasha will also provide live streaming within Pakistan.
The PCB Live app will broadcast the ODI tri-series across Pakistan, the United Kingdom, North America, the Caribbean, Africa, and Europe.
With Pakistan already through to the final, match 5 against Sri Lanka will provide another test for the unbeaten hosts. Fans will be watching to see whether Pakistan can extend its winning run before the final on October 31.
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