Asia Cup Final 2022: SL vs PAK Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match?

Sri Lanka triumphed against Pakistan in the dress rehearsal for the 2022 Asia Cup final with relative ease. But the islanders will be weary of the Pakistani side, looking for revenge on Sunday at the Dubai International Stadium.

The Islanders are the in-form side heading into the showcase event but face a strong opponent in Babar Azam's side. The Men in Green will be hoping for a better performance from their batters, with Naseem Shah and Shadab Khan most likely to return to the playing XI in the final. The tournament has produced some absolute heartstopping thrillers so far and with the look of both the finalists, it promises to be another smashing blockbuster clash.

SL vs PAK Match Details

Venue: Dubai International Stadium

Date & Time: September 11, 7:30 PM IST

Telecast & Live Streaming: Star Sports Network 

 SL vs PAK Pitch Report

The surface in Dubai has played well for the batters in the tournament and does not deteriorate much in the second innings either as the chasing team has won most games at the venue. The toss has been a substantial factor in this year's continental tournament, and the team would prefer to chase after winning the toss.

SL vs PAK Probable Playing XIs

Sri Lanka:

Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Charith Asalanka, Danushka Gunathilaka, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Dasun Shanaka (c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Chamika Karunaratne, Maheesh Theekshana, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka.

Pakistan:

Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Babar Azam (c), Fakhar Zaman, Iftikhar Ahmed, Khushdil Shah, Asif Ali, Mohammad Nawaz, Shadab Khan, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Hasnain, Naseem Shah.

SL vs PAK Probable Top Performers

Probable best batter of the match:

Mohammad Rizwan:

The dependable top-order batter, who has been the rock for the Pakistani side, has endured a tough couple of games while looking sluggish in his approach. But Mohammad Rizwan has a tendency of putting his hands up in big games, and the team will be hoping that the experienced campaigner can repeat his heroics in the all-important finale. A 50+ score in the final against Sri Lanka will see him top the charts for runs in the tournament.

Probable best bowler of the match:

Wanindu Hasaranga:

Wanindu Hasaranga looked a little dim in the group stages of the 15th edition of the Asia Cup, but is back to best in the last couple of outings, troubling the batters with his guile and trickery. The canny spinner got the better of three Pakistani batters in the previous game, who had no clue about his deceptive deliveries.

Today’s Match Prediction: Chasing team to win the match

Also Check: Dream11 Team Prediction for SL vs PAK

Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.