Sri Lanka is ready to host Pakistan for a three-match T20I series starting on 7 January 2026. The second and third matches will take place on 9 and 11 January in Dambulla, promising thrilling action for cricket fans.
This series takes place just before the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. It gives both teams a chance to prepare and refine their strategies. The series will be important for Pakistan as they will play all their matches during the T20 World Cup in Sri Lanka.
Cricket fans can find all the latest information about the Pakistan tour of Sri Lanka 2026 here, including fixtures, head-to-head stats, and other important details related to the series.
Pakistan Tour of Sri Lanka 2026 – Fixtures
All matches are scheduled to be played at the Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium. Below are the fixtures:
| Match | Date | Time(Local) |
|---|---|---|
| 1st T20I | 07 January 2026 | 07:00 PM |
| 2nd T20I | 09 January 2026 | 07:00 PM |
| 3rd T20I | 11 January 2026 | 07:00 PM |
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka – Head to Head in T20Is
Pakistan and Sri Lanka have faced each other in 27 T20 International matches so far.
| Matches | 27 |
|---|---|
| Pakistan win | 16 |
| Sri Lanka win | 11 |
| No result/Tied | 00 |
Pakistan lead the head-to-head stats with 16 wins out of 27 matches, while Sri Lanka have won 11.
Pakistan & Sri Lanka – Probable Squads for the Tour
With the 2026 T20 World Cup around the corner, Pakistan and Sri Lanka are likely to field strong squads for the upcoming tour. Both teams will use the series to finalise their best combinations and give players a chance to impress before the global event.
Here are the probable T20I squads for Pakistan and Sri Lanka based on their most recent selections and roster trends:
Pakistan Probable Squad
Salman Ali Agha (c), Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Abrar Ahmed, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Wasim Jr., Naseem Shah, Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Abdul Samad, Usman Khan (wk), Usman Tariq, Mohammad Salman Mirza
Sri Lanka Probable Squad
Charith Asalanka (c), Dasun Shanaka (vc), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Kamil Mishara, Kamindu Mendis, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Asitha Fernando, Eshan Malinga, Nuwan Thushara
(Note: The official squads for the Pakistan tour of Sri Lanka 2026 will be announced closer to the series. The probable squads mentioned here are based on recent selections and trends.)
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Conclusion: Pakistan Set to Tour Sri Lanka for a Three-Match T20I Series in January 2026!
Pakistan will tour Sri Lanka in January 2026 for a three-match T20I series. The matches will be played on 7, 9, and 11 January at the Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium.
The series is a key preparation for both teams ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. Pakistan leads the head-to-head in T20Is with 14 wins, while Sri Lanka has won 10 of their 24 encounters.
Both sides are expected to field strong squads with top players from recent T20Is. Fans can follow all matches live on TV and streaming platforms in their regions.
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