Pakistan T20I Tri-Series 2025: Match 2, Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between SL vs ZIM?

The Match No. 2 of the Pakistan T20I Tri-Series 2025 will involve Sri Lanka (SL) and Zimbabwe (ZIM) as the series moves forward on Thursday, November 20 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi.

The last major 20-over tournament Sri Lanka were a part of was the Asia Cup. Despite topping their group, a disappointing Super Four phase meant they were knocked out of the competition. With full-time skipper Charith Asalanka out due to illness, the squad will be led by Dasun Shanaka. They will be hoping to bag a couple of points to get their campaign off to a winning start.

Zimbabwe, on the other hand, come into this match on the back of a five-wicket defeat against Pakistan. Although they could post only 147, the Chevrons gave a tough fight to the hosts. They will aim at working with their strengths and potentially crossing the line this time around.

SL vs ZIM Match Details

Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi Pitch Report

The surface at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium is expected to be a batting-friendly one. As per the matches played in the recent past, minimal help will be there for the spinners. Pace bowlers can be expected to get some help and generate some movement off the deck. A high-scoring contest could be highly likely on Thursday, and the bowlers will have to plan differently to stem the flow of runs on a seemingly belter of a wicket in Pindi.

SL vs ZIM Head-to-Head Record in T20Is

SL vs ZIM Predicted Playing 11s

Sri Lanka

Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera, Kusal Mendis (wk), Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Janith Liyanage, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka (c), Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Nuwan Thushara, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth

Zimbabwe

Brian Bennett, Dion Myers, Brendar Taylor (wk), Sikandar Raza (c), Ryan Burl, Tashinga Musekiwa, Clive Madande, Brad Evans, Graeme Cremer, Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava

SL vs ZIM - Probable Top Performers of the match

Probable Best Batter: Pathum Nissanka

In what was a dead rubber against India in Sri Lanka's final Super Four clash at Asia Cup 2025, Pathum Nissanka starred with a magnificent ton in a losing cause. He recently registered three scores in the 20s in the ODI series against Pakistan. The Lankan Lions' opening batter can be expected to capitalize on his start in this contest.

Probable Best Bowler: Nuwan Thushara

Nuwan Thushara did not have a particularly good Asia Cup 2025. He picked up only six wickets in as many matches while conceding runs at a rate of 8.04. With adequate rest, Thushara can be expected to fire with the new ball. The right-arm pacer has a slingy action, which also helps him nail the yorkers with skiddy deliveries, a rare skill that can help him delivery the goods across the different phases of the innings.

Today's Match Prediction: Sri Lanka to win the match

Sri Lanka

vs

Zimbabwe

Pakistan T20I Tri-Series

Match Information

vs

Nov 25, 2025

Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, Lahore

01:00 PM

First To Bat

Powerplay: 45-55

190-210

First To Bat

Powerplay: 35-45

140-160

Win Probability

SL 50%

ZIM 50%

Disclaimer: The 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.