Sri Lanka and Pakistan are set to face each other once again in the 2nd T20I of the three-match series during Pakistan’s tour of Sri Lanka 2026. This match will be played at the Rangiri Dambulla Cricket Stadium on Friday, January 9.
In the first match, Pakistan showed their strength and control as they defeated the hosts by six wickets. Sri Lanka managed to score only 129 runs, which proved to be too small a target. Pakistan chased it comfortably, thanks mainly to a solid half-century by Sahibzada Farhan.
As a result, Pakistan took a 1-0 lead in the series after their convincing win on Wednesday.
Sri Lanka look for a win after a disappointing outing
On the other hand, Sri Lanka had a disappointing start to the series. Although their batters got starts, they failed to turn them into big scores. Janith Liyanage looked the most confident at the crease, but his effort alone was not enough to put pressure on the visitors.
Therefore, if Sri Lanka want to keep the series alive and prepare well for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026 at home, they will need a much stronger performance in the second match.
As both teams prepare for this clash, let’s take a look at the head-to-head record between Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
The highest team total in Pakistan vs Sri Lanka T20Is is 211 runs, which was scored by Sri Lanka in Dubai in 2013. Notably, Sri Lanka went on to win the match by 24 runs.
PAK vs SL Lowest Team Total in T20I
The lowest team total in Pakistan vs Sri Lanka T20I history is 95 runs, recorded by Pakistan. They were dismissed in 17.4 overs during the match played in 2012 , where they went on to lose the game.
PAK vs SL Highest Individual Score in T20Is
Sri Lanka middle-order batter Kusal Perera holds the record for the highest individual in Pakistan vs Sri Lanka in T20Is. Perera scored 84 runs off 59 balls at the Dubai International Ground in 2013.
PAK vs SL Best Bowling Figures in T20Is
The record for the best bowling figures in Pakistan vs Sri Lanka in T20Is is by Mohammad Amir. The Pakistan pacer took 4 wickets while conceding just 13 runs.
Most Runs In Pakistan vs Sri Lanka T20Is
Shoaib Malik is the highest run-scorer in Pakistan vs Sri Lanka T20Is. He scored 397 runs scored across 16 innings.
Most Wickets in Sri Lanka vs Pakistan T20Is
Wanindu Hasaranga is the leading wicket-taker in Pakistan vs Sri Lanka T20Is. Hasaranga has claimed 18 wickets across nine innings.
Top Run Scorer of the last SL vs PAK T20I series
Pakistan opener Sahibzada Farhan was the leading run-scorer in the most recent series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka. He smashed 191 runs in five innings.
Top Wicket Taker of the last SL vs PAK T20I series
Mohammad Nawaz was the leading wicket-taker of the most recent Pakistan vs Sri Lanka T20I series, claiming 10 wickets across the series.
PAK vs SL T20I Form (Last 5 Match Win/Loss Record)
Teams
Form
Pakistan
W, W, L, W, W
Sri Lanka
L, L, , W, W, L
Conclusion
Pakistan and Sri Lanka have faced each other 25 times in T20Is so far, and Pakistan have clearly enjoyed the upper hand. With 15 wins compared to Sri Lanka’s 10, the Men in Green hold a strong advantage in the head-to-head record.
Moreover, Pakistan’s recent form further strengthens their position. After comfortably defeating Sri Lanka in the first T20I, they look confident and well-settled as a unit.
Sri Lanka, meanwhile, will need a big turnaround to challenge Pakistan’s momentum. Based on past results and current performances, Pakistan appear to be the stronger side at the moment and go into the next match with a clear edge.
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PAK vs SL Head to Head Records [Source: AFP]
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