PAK vs BAN Match Prediction, 1st ODI- Who Will Win Today? Pakistan Tour Of Bangladesh 2026

Pakistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI match prediction [Source: X]

Pakistan and Bangladesh are ready to face each other in a three-match ODI series starting from March 11. The first ODI will be played in Mirpur on March 11, with both teams eyeing a solid start. The match will begin at 1:45 PM IST. 

Now, both Bangladesh and Pakistan are disappointed with their T20 World Cup turnouts and will aim to bounce back with a strong performance.

Pakistan captain Shaheen Afridi will lead the side, with players like Mohammad Rizwan, Sahibzada Farhan, Agha Salman, and Faheem Ashraf in the squad, while Haris Rauf will also aim to bounce back after a rough patch. 

For the Bengal Tigers, Mehidy Hasan Miraz will captain the team, with Liton Das, Najmul Hossain Shanto, and Towhid Hridoy expected to take responsibility in the top order. Soumya Sarkar, Miraz himself, and Rishad Hossain will handle the all-rounder roles. The pace attack will be led by Mustafizur Rahman, Nahid Rana, and Taskin Ahmed.

PAK vs BAN current form (last 5 ODIs)

PAK vs BAN player battles

Sahibzada Farhan vs Mustafizur Rahman

Pakistan's top order batter Sahibzada Farhan, known for his aggressive batting and ability to accelerate in the middle overs, will face a stern test against Bangladesh's crafty left-arm pacer Mustafizur Rahman. "The Fizz" excels with his cutters and slower balls, especially in the death overs, which could disrupt Farhan's rhythm if he's looking to dominate the back end. 

Sahibzada Farhan vs Mustafizur Rahman in T20s: 7 runs; 6 balls; 0 dismissals

Shaheen Afridi vs Litton Das

As Pakistan's captain and premier fast bowler, Shaheen Afridi's swing and pace in the powerplay will target Bangladesh's explosive wicketkeeper-opener Litton Das. Litton thrives on quick starts with his elegant drives, but Shaheen's ability to exploit early movement could lead to an early breakthrough. This early battle sets the tone for Bangladesh's innings, potentially exposing their middle order if Shaheen strikes.

Shaheen Afridi vs Litton Das in ODIs: 12 runs; 26 balls; 2 dismissals

Mehidy Hasan Miraz vs Mohammad Rizwan

Bangladesh's captain and off-spinning allrounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who often controls the middle phase with his tidy lines and subtle turn, will clash with Pakistan's reliable wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan. Rizwan's patience and sweep shots make him a tough nut for spinners, but Mehidy's experience in containing runs could force errors.

Mehidy Hasan Miraz vs Mohammad Rizwan in ODIs: 35 runs; 37 balls; 0 dismissals

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PAK vs BAN top performers

Most runs for PAK vs BAN

Mohammad Rizwan (173), Shaheen Afridi (14)

Most wickets for PAK vs BAN 

Shaheen Afridi (12), Haris Rauf (6)

Most runs for BAN vs PAK

Soumya Sarkar (186), Litton Das (99)

Most wickets for BAN vs PAK

Mustafizur Rahman (9), Mehidy Hasan Miraz (7)

PAK vs BAN toss prediction

The Dhaka Mirpur pitch boasts an average score of 210 in ODI matches, with almost 123 games played here at an average run rate of 4.23 per over. Almost seven wickets fall in every innings. Hence, it suggests a balanced contest between bat and ball. With teams chasing winning 62 times out of 123 matches here, the captain winning the toss would likely prefer to bowl first.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh 1st innings score prediction

Powerplay – 52/1

Final score – 270/7

Pakistan vs Bangladesh 2nd innings score prediction

Powerplay – 45/1

Final score – 275/5

PAK vs BAN top players prediction

PAK's top players prediction

Probable best batters

Sahibzada Farhan, Mohammad Rizwan

Probable best bowlers

Abrar Ahmed, Haris Rauf

BAN's top players prediction

Probable best batters

Towhid Hridoy, Litton Das

Probable best bowlers

Tanvir Islam, Rishad Hossain

Who will hit the most sixes in Pakistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI?

Sahibzada Farhan

Who will score the most fours in Pakistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI?

Towhid Hridoy

PAK vs BAN match winner prediction: Who will win 1st ODI?

Pakistan have dominated Bangladesh in ODIs in terms of head-to-head encounters. Out of 39 matches, the Men in Green have won 34, underlining their dominance. 

Even though they are the visiting side, with several major names under their belt, Pakistan are likely to win the first ODI against Bangladesh at Mirpur.

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