The ODI series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka is set to begin on November 11, 2025, at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The timing of the game is 3:00 PM IST. This will be a special contest as it is the first ODI series between the two sides in six years. The last time they met in an ODI series, Pakistan won 2-0 with one game washed out owing to rain. It will be an exciting match wherein both sides will want to start the series on a winning note. Pakistan Pakistan will be captained by Shaheen Shah Afridi, who took over as ODI captain after replacing Mohammad Rizwan following Pakistan's poor run earlier this year. Shaheen recently led Pakistan to a 2-1 home series win against South Africa; it was their first-ever ODI series win at home against the Proteas. With Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, and Saim Ayub in the line-up, Pakistan will look to continue with the winning momentum. Their bowling attack, which has Shaheen along with Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah, will be fancied to do well on the Rawalpindi surface, which often offers help to quick bowlers. Sri Lanka Sri Lanka, under Charith Asalanka, will want to begin on a sure footing. Coming into this match with three consecutive wins has put them in good form. However, in ODIs, their recent record against Pakistan hasn't been good. Without the injured Dilshan Madhushanka, the Sri Lankan bowling attack will once again look toward Dushamantha Chameera and Maheesh Theekshana for inspiration. The likes of batters Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis will also become vital cogs at the top in setting a fine platform for the visitors. PAK vs SL 1st ODI Match Details PAK vs SL Match Details Match Pakistan vs Sri Lanka 1st ODI Match Date and Time Tuesday, November 11; 3:00 p.m. IST Venue Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi Broadcasting and live streaming TV - NA, Live Stream - FanCode (app and website) PAK vs SL 1st ODI Pitch Report The surface at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium is likely to offer immense assistance to the batters. Pacers will have their say in the initials overs, but once set, the batters will be able to unleash their shots. Meanwhile, the spinners will come into action and will provide some good help during the second innings. The average first innings total is likely to be around 300. PAK vs SL 1st ODI Weather Report The weather is expected to remain clear throughout the entire match, with no rain forecasted at any time. The conditions are expected to be ideal for this match, with the highest temperature expected to reach nearly 24°C during the day but is likely to drop during the night. The wind speed will be around 9 kmph and pacers can utilize it for better movement of the ball. PAK vs SL Head-to-Head Records PAK vs SL head-to-head (in ODIs) Match Played 90 Won by Pakistan 36 Won by Sri Lanka 53 Draw 0 No Result 1 PAK vs SL 1st ODI Probable XI Pakistan: Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Salman Agha, Hussain Talat, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi (c), Abrar Ahmed, Haris Rauf Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Pavan Rathnayake, Kusal Mendis (wk), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka (c), Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Asitha Fernando, Dushmantha Chameera, Pramod Madushan Players To Watch Out For In the PAK vs SL 1st ODI Match Saim Ayub | PAK: The 23-year-old left-hander enjoyed his time in the recently concluded ODI series against South Africa. In 3 matches, Ayub amassed 169 runs to be the highest scorer for Pakistan in the series. He will look to continue his form against the Island nation as well. Pathum Nissanka | SL: Nissanka's recent form in the last three ODI matches suggests that the young Lankan opener could pose a threat to the hosts at Rawalpindi. He has scored 233 runs in his last 3 matches which includes a century and fifty. He is one of the key batters in the Sri Lanka's line-up and his impact will allow the visitors to give a tough battle to Pakistan. PAK vs SL 1st ODI Toss Prediction Historical Toss-Winning Stats at the Venue In the last three ODI matches played at this venue, the teams that won the toss have opted to bowl first in all three matches. Advantages of bowling First on This Pitch In the last six matches played at this venue, the team bowling first has won 4 matches, while the team batting first have won twice. Hence, batting second at this venue will be an ideal choice for the toss winning skipper. PAK vs SL ODI Today's Match Scenario Scenario 1 Toss Winner: Pakistan (asked to bat first) Power-Play Score: 45-55 PAK Total: 270-300 Match Winner: Pakistan Scenario 2 Toss Winner: Sri Lanka (asked to bat first) Power-Play Score: 40-50 SL Total: 240-270 Match Winner: Pakistan Who will win today's PAK vs SL ODI match? Given their recent form, home advantage, and stronger bowling attack, Pakistan are favorites to win this 1st ODI. Sri Lanka will really have to produce something special to stop them.