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Pakistan Dominates Sri Lanka in ODI Series
17 Oct
Summary
- Pakistan won nine of the last 10 ODI meetings.
- Rawalpindi has been a strong venue for Pakistan.
- Key Pakistani pacers are expected to perform well.
Pakistan enters the first ODI against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi having already secured the T20I series. Historically, Pakistan has a commanding record against Sri Lanka, winning nine of their last 10 ODI meetings. This dominance includes multiple victories at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, where Pakistan has demonstrated strong chasing abilities, notably reaching 289/2 in 2025.
Key factors for the upcoming match include the venue's pitch, which favors fast bowling, and Pakistan's potent pace attack. Shaheen Afridi will captain a squad boasting formidable talent, including Naseem Shah and Haris Rauf. Their ability to exploit the conditions at Rawalpindi gives Pakistan a significant advantage. Sri Lanka's recent ODI performance has been challenging, with their last significant encounter resulting in a loss despite scoring 344/9 in the 2023 World Cup.