Pakistan vs Sri Lanka T20 Tri-Series 2025 Final: Complete Match Preview
Cricket fans are in for an exciting showdown as Pakistan and Sri Lanka prepare to clash in the T20 Tri-Series 2025 final on Saturday, November 29. The two teams will face each other for the third time in this tournament, setting the stage for a thrilling decider at Rawalpindi Stadium.
Sri Lanka's Remarkable Journey to the Final
Sri Lanka's path to the final has been nothing short of dramatic. After suffering defeats in their first two matches against Pakistan and Zimbabwe, the Lankan team faced early elimination from the tournament. However, they staged an impressive comeback by treating every subsequent match as a must-win encounter.
The turning point came on Thursday when Sri Lanka had to beat Pakistan to secure their spot in the final. Fast bowler Dushmantha Chameera emerged as the hero with an outstanding performance of 4/20, helping his team defend a total of 184-5. Pakistan managed to score 178-7 in their 20 overs, falling just short of the target.
This victory marked Sri Lanka's second consecutive win following their triumph over Zimbabwe, demonstrating their resilience and ability to perform under pressure when it mattered most.
Match Details and Streaming Information
The highly anticipated final between Pakistan and Sri Lanka will be played at Rawalpindi Stadium in Rawalpindi on Saturday, November 29. The match is scheduled to begin at 6:30 PM IST, with the toss taking place at 6:00 PM IST.
For cricket enthusiasts in India, the match will not be available on traditional television broadcast. However, fans can catch all the live action through digital streaming. The Sports TV YouTube channel will provide live streaming coverage of the entire match, ensuring viewers don't miss any of the excitement.
Team Squads and Key Players
Pakistan Squad: Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Salman Agha (c), Fakhar Zaman, Usman Khan (w), Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Salman Mirza, Abrar Ahmed, Naseem Shah, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Usman Tariq, Abdul Samad
Sri Lanka Squad: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (w), Kusal Perera, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Dasun Shanaka (c), Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Eshan Malinga, Nuwan Thushara, Janith Liyanage, Kamil Mishara, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Pavan Rathnayake, Dushan Hemantha
Both teams feature experienced players who have proven their capabilities throughout the tournament. Pakistan will be looking to leverage their home advantage, while Sri Lanka will aim to continue their winning momentum and claim the championship title.
This final promises to deliver high-quality T20 cricket as both teams have shown exceptional skills and determination throughout the tri-series. With pride and the tournament trophy at stake, cricket fans can expect an intense battle between these two Asian cricketing giants.
