Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Zimbabwe Set for Historic T20I Tri Series in Rawalpindi

Overview

Pakistan will host its first ever T20I tri-series featuring Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium from 18 to 29 November. Each team will play four group games before the top two advance to the final. Pakistan enters the series with strong recent form in white ball cricket.

Players of Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Zimbabwe preparing for the T20I tri-series in Rawalpindi.

Introduction to the Landmark Event

Pakistan is preparing to host its first T20I tri-series on home soil, featuring Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe. The seven match tournament will take place at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium from 18 to 29 November, marking a significant chapter in Pakistan cricketing history.

All fixtures are scheduled to start at 6:00 PM PST, with the toss held at 5:30 PM.

Tournament Format

League Stage

Each of the three participating teams will play four league matches. The consistent schedule ensures equal opportunities for all teams to adapt, recover, and strategize throughout the competition.

The Grand Final

The top two sides after the league stage will meet in the final on Saturday, 29 November, promising a competitive and high-intensity finish.

Pakistan Recent Performance & Preparation

Strong Momentum in T20Is

Led by Salman Ali Agha, Pakistan enters the event with impressive T20I form. Earlier this year, the team reached the final of the ACC Men’s T20 Asia Cup in the UAE and secured a 2-1 T20I series win against South Africa at home. They also recorded a 3-0 sweep over Bangladesh in Lahore.

Recent Bilateral Success

Before the tri-series, Pakistan completed a full home series against South Africa, featuring Tests, ODIs, and T20Is.

The Test series ended 1-1

Pakistan won the ODI series 2-1

The side recently achieved a dominant 3-0 ODI sweep over Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi

This run of strong performances gives Pakistan a confidence boost ahead of the tri-series.

Captain Salman Ali Agha Thoughts

Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha expressed optimism about the timing of the tournament, stating:

“The tri-series comes at a perfect moment for us. It gives the team a chance to play consistent cricket against strong sides and fine-tune our T20I plans ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup next year.

We have built momentum through strong showings in Sharjah, the Asia Cup, and white-ball series against South Africa and Sri Lanka. The Rawalpindi fans have been outstanding, and we are expecting exciting matches throughout.”

Pakistan 15 Member Squad

Salman Ali Agha (captain)

Abdul Samad

Abrar Ahmed

Babar Azam

Faheem Ashraf

Fakhar Zaman

Mohammad Nawaz

Mohammad Wasim Jr.

Mohammad Salman Mirza

Naseem Shah

Sahibzada Farhan (wk)

Saim Ayub

Shaheen Shah Afridi

Usman Khan (wk)

Usman Tariq

Full Series Schedule

Match Fixtures

18 November – Pakistan vs Zimbabwe

20 November – Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe

22 November – Pakistan vs Sri Lanka

23 November – Pakistan vs Zimbabwe

25 November – Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe

27 November – Pakistan vs Sri Lanka

29 November – Final