WCL 2026: Match 2, PAK C vs BAN C Match Prediction – Who will win today’s WCL match between Pakistan Champions vs Bangladesh Champions?

Pakistan Champions (PAK C) will take on Bangladesh Champions (BAN C) in the opening game of the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2026 at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in Sharjah on Saturday, October 3.

The Pakistan Champions have made the finals of the first two seasons, losing out on both occasions, and will be looking to put up a better showing and go that extra mile to pick up the trophy. They possess an experienced core of players such as Shahid Afridi, Wahab Riaz and Mohammed Amir.

The Bangladesh Champions are the newest entrants into the tournament, making their debut in the 2026 edition. The side possesses big names of Bangladesh cricket like Shakib al Hasan, Mahmudullah, and Imrul Kayes, who will be looking to make a mark on the competition.

PAK C vs BAN C: Match Details

Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah: Pitch Report

The pitch at the Sharjah Cricket Ground is expected to be of a balanced nature, offering help to batting and bowling sides alike. Batters will need to get their eye in, but can score freely, but bowliers will need to ensure accuracy in their line and length. 

PAK C vs BAN C: Head-to-Head T20I Record

This will be the first meeting between the two sides.

PAK C vs BAN C: Predicted Playing 11s

Pakistan Champions

Sharjeel Khan, Asif Ali, Mohammad Hafeez, Iftikhar Ahmed, Umar Amin, Shahid Afridi, Kamran Akmal, Aamer Yamin, Sohail Tanvir, Mohammad Amir, Wahab Riaz

Bangladesh Champions

Imrul Kayes, Mohammad Ashraful, Jahurul Islam, Shakib Al Hasan, Mahmudullah, Nasir Hossain, Rony Talukdar, Ziaur Rahman, Kamrul Islam, Arafat Sunny, Enamul Haque Jnr

PAK C vs BAN C: Probable Best Performers of the Match

Probable Best Batter: Sharjeel Khan

Sharjeel Khan was Pakistan Champions' highest run-scorer of the 2025 season, scoring 160 runs in five matches. The left-handed opener will be looking to continue the same form into the new season for his team. He would be expected to set the tone at the top of the order.

Probable Best Bowler: Mohammed Amir

Left-arm seamer Mohammed Amir is expected to lead from the front for the Pakistan Champions in this clash. His inclusion adds firepower to their bowling attack, considering he is still a regular in the cricket circuit across the United Kingdom. He will be looking to start the season off on a high note for the Pakistan side.

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