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PAK vs SL Super 8 match will be played on February 28 [Source: Crex_live/X.com]
Pakistan will face co-hosts Sri Lanka in their final Super 8 match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the Pallekele International Stadium on February 28 at 7 PM (IST).
Having suffered defeats at the hands of England and New Zealand in the last two matches, the Dasun Shanaka-led Sri Lanka has already been knocked out of the competition. They have particularly struggled to capitalise on the momentum with the ball and failed to chase totals in the Super 8s, still waiting for their first points after the group stages.
On the other hand, Pakistan dropped a point due to rain against the Kiwis, followed by a Harry Brook masterclass in their last match, nearly knocking them out. They are dependent on the result of the England vs New Zealand fixture to stay alive and have an outside chance at the final four spot.
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PAK vs SL current form (last 5 T20Is)
The co-hosts, Sri Lanka, have won two of their last 5 matches in the tournament before they went on a three-match losing streak. On the other hand, Pakistan have been in a topsy-turvy form as well. They have won two, lost two and a game ended without any result.
| Team | Form |
| Pakistan | W, L, W, NR, L |
| Sri Lanka | W, W, L, L, L |
PAK vs SL player battles
Sahibzada Farhan vs Maheesh Theekshana
The Pakistan opening batter, Sahibzada Farhan, has been the linchpin of their batting line-up throughout the competition as he leads the run-scoring charts. If England defeats New Zealand, he will try to launch an early attack against Sri Lanka to keep the net run rate in check.
Mystery spinner Maheesh Theekshana, who has picked 4 wickets in the powerplay of the tournament at an economy rate of just 7.25, will be crucial for the Lankans to pick early wickets and help them end the home tournament on a high. His variations, especially the stock ball and leg spin, will play a role against Farhan.
Pathum Nissanka vs Shaheen Afridi
Similar to what Farhan has done for Pakistan, Nissanka has done for Sri Lanka in the ongoing competition and scored 208 runs at a strike rate of 152.94. If he gets going, he bats deep and takes the team to a formidable total.
He will be up against Shaheen Afridi, who is a great new ball operator, which was evident against England, with quick wickets of Phil Salt, Jos Buttler and Jacob Betthell in his effort of 4/30. The winner of this powerplay battle will put their team in front in the clash.
Babar Azam vs Dunith Wellalage
The most experienced Pakistan batter, Babar Azam, is yet to make any match-winning contribution in the tournament so far and would be raring to end the tournament on a positive note. His middle-overs struggles against spin are well documented, where the match-up like Wellalage’s left-arm orthodox will be important for Sri Lanka.
PAK vs SL top performers
Most runs for PAK vs SL (among squad members)
The tournament’s leading run-scorer, Sahibzada Farhan, has scored 196 runs against Sri Lanka, which is the most any Pakistan batter has scored against the opposition. He has a strike rate of 148.48 and two fifties to his name.
Most wickets for PAK vs SL (among squad members)
Among the current squad members, leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed has picked 9 wickets in 6 innings against Sri Lanka. He has an economy rate of 5.86 and the best figures of 3/25 against the Asian opponents.
Most runs for SL vs PAK (among squad members)
Captain Dasun Shanaka has scored 206 runs in 16 innings against Pakistan. He has a strike rate of 133.76 and a fifty to his name against the opposition.
Most wickets for SL vs PAK (among squad members)
Pacer Dushmantha Chameera has picked 8 wickets in 6 innings against Pakistan at an economy rate of 7.36 and the best figures of 4/20 to his name.
PAK vs SL toss prediction
So far in the tournament, five of the six matches played at the R Premadasa Stadium have been won by teams batting first. The dimensions of the ground do not allow first innings scores in excess of 180-185, and the batters have to rely on running between the wickets.
Additionally, bowling is the strength of both teams, and hence, they will look to win the toss and bat first in the upcoming encounter.
PAK vs SL 1st innings score prediction
Powerplay – 48/2
Final score – 177/8
PAK vs SL 2nd innings score prediction
Powerplay – 45/3
Final score – 158/8
PAK vs SL top players prediction
PAK top players' prediction
Probable best batters
Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman
Probable best bowlers
Usman Tariq, Shaheen Afridi
SL top players prediction
Probable best batters
Kamindu Mendis, Pathum Nissanka
Probable best bowlers
Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana
Who will hit the most sixes in PAK vs SL Match 50?
Sahibzada Farhan
Who will score the most fours in PAK vs SL Match 50?
Pathum Nissanka
PAK vs SL match winner prediction: Who will win Match 50?
Both Sri Lanka and Pakistan haven't been at their best in the Super 8 stage, despite asserting dominance in the group stages of the competition. Their overall forms have been similar, and the recent head-to-head records also do not separate the two sides.
It is expected to be a close battle, but looking at the strengths of both squads, Pakistan hold an edge over Sri Lanka for the match. The co-hosts could end the Super 8 without a win under their belt.
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