Pakistan Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe to compete in inaugural T20I tri-series on home soil
In an exciting development for cricket fans, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Zimbabwe will clash in a historic T20I tri-series. Scheduled to take place at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, this inaugural event will run from November 18 to November 29, 2025. This series marks the first-ever T20I tri-nation tournament hosted in Pakistan, adding significance to the matches.
Tri-Series Format and Schedule
The tri-series will consist of seven matches. Each team is set to play four league matches, with the top two teams advancing to the final on November 29. All games will start at 6 PM PST, with the toss occurring at 5:30 PM.
- Match Schedule:
- November 18: Pakistan vs. Zimbabwe
- November 20: Sri Lanka vs. Zimbabwe
- November 22: Pakistan vs. Sri Lanka
- November 23: Pakistan vs. Zimbabwe
- November 25: Sri Lanka vs. Zimbabwe
- November 27: Pakistan vs. Sri Lanka
- November 29: Final
Pakistan’s Recent Performance
Under the leadership of captain Salman Ali Agha, the Pakistani team enters the tri-series in formidable form. Earlier this year, Pakistan reached the final of the ACC Men’s T20 Asia Cup in the UAE. They also recently defeated South Africa 2-1 in a T20I series and swept Bangladesh 3-0 in Lahore.
Furthermore, Pakistan played a comprehensive bilateral series against South Africa, drawing the Test series 1-1 and winning the ODI series 2-1 in Faisalabad. They also completed a clean sweep against Sri Lanka in the ODI series held at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.
Captains’ Insights
Salman Ali Agha expressed optimism ahead of the tri-series, stating that consistent play against two competitive teams will benefit their T20I strategies and preparations for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. He noted the team’s recent successes and the enthusiastic support from Rawalpindi fans.
Broadcast Details
The matches will be available for live viewing across various platforms. In Pakistan, PTV Sports will provide live broadcasts, while the PCB platforms will stream the matches. Internationally, Willow TV will cover the series in North America, and Cricbuzz will offer coverage in the MENA region and South East Asia.
- Additional Broadcast Networks:
- SuperSport: Sub-Saharan Africa
- Dialog TV & Supreme TV: Sri Lanka
- T Sports & Tapmad: Bangladesh
Commentary and Presentation Team
The commentary panel includes a blend of experienced voices from both international and local circuits. Notable figures include former Pakistan Test captains Aamir Sohail and Ramiz Raja, along with Urooj Mumtaz, Bazid Khan, Russel Arnold from Sri Lanka, and Pommie Mbangwa from Zimbabwe. Zainab Abbas and Sikandar Bakht are set to host the presentations.
Pakistan’s T20I Squad
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Salman Ali Agha | Captain |
| Abdul Samad | Batsman |
| Abrar Ahmed | Bowler |
| Babar Azam | Batsman |
| Faheem Ashraf | All-Rounder |
| Fakhar Zaman | Batsman |
| Mohammad Nawaz | All-Rounder |
| Mohammad Wasim Jnr | Bowler |
| Mohammad Salman Mirza | Wicket-Keeper |
| Naseem Shah | Bowler |
| Sahibzada Farhan | Wicket-Keeper |
| Saim Ayub | Batsman |
| Shaheen Shah Afridi | Bowler |
| Usman Khan | Wicket-Keeper |
| Usman Tariq | Bowler |
As the tri-series approaches, excitement builds among fans. The series not only showcases cricketing talent but also strengthens ties among the participating nations.
