Pakistan to Host Sri Lanka for ODI Series in November Ahead of Tri-Nation Tournament

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced that Pakistan will host Sri Lanka for a three-match One Day International (ODI) series in November. The matches will take place at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium from November 11 to November 15, 2025.

This series will serve as a lead-up to Pakistan’s first-ever T20 International (T20I) tri-nation tournament, which is scheduled from November 17 to 29. The tri-series will feature Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Afghanistan, promising fans an exciting line-up of matches with some of the top cricketing nations in the region.

Sri Lanka’s Return to Pakistan

The upcoming ODI series is special because it marks Sri Lanka’s first bilateral tour of Pakistan since 2019. During that tour, Pakistan, led by Sarfaraz Ahmed, defeated the visitors 2-0 in a three-match ODI series. The first game in Karachi had been abandoned due to heavy rain, but Pakistan bounced back strongly to win the remaining matches.

Sri Lanka also visited Pakistan more recently in 2023, but that was not for a bilateral series. Instead, they were part of the ACC Asia Cup, where they played Afghanistan in Lahore. Their return for a bilateral ODI series in 2025 shows the growing trust and strengthening cricket ties between the two nations.

Pakistan’s Busy Cricket Calendar

Before Sri Lanka arrives, Pakistan will already be in action with a high-profile series against South Africa. As part of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27, Pakistan will host South Africa for two Test matches and then continue with six white-ball matches (three T20Is and three ODIs).

• The Test series will begin on October 12 in Lahore and conclude on October 24 in Rawalpindi.
• Following the red-ball matches, the two sides will play three T20Is between October 28 and November 1.
• Finally, Pakistan and South Africa will meet in a three-match ODI series from November 4 to 8, with all games scheduled at the Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad.

This packed calendar shows that Pakistan is once again becoming a hub for international cricket, hosting top teams back-to-back on home soil.

Full International Schedule in Pakistan (October – November 2025)

South Africa Tour of Pakistan

• 12–16 October: First Test – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
• 20–24 October: Second Test – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
• 28 October: First T20I – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
• 31 October: Second T20I – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
• 1 November: Third T20I – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
• 4 November: First ODI – Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad
• 6 November: Second ODI – Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad
• 8 November: Third ODI – Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad

Sri Lanka Tour of Pakistan

• 11 November: First ODI – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
• 13 November: Second ODI – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
• 15 November: Third ODI – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi

Tri-series T20I Tournament (Pakistan, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka)

• 17 November: Pakistan vs Afghanistan – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
• 19 November: Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
• 22 November: Pakistan vs Sri Lanka – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
• 23 November: Pakistan vs Afghanistan – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
• 25 November: Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
• 27 November: Pakistan vs Sri Lanka – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
• 29 November: Final – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

Exciting Times for Pakistani Cricket Fans

The months of October and November 2025 are set to be thrilling for cricket lovers in Pakistan. Fans will get the opportunity to watch two world-class teams, South Africa and Sri Lanka, competing against Pakistan on home soil, followed by a historic T20 tri-series that also brings Afghanistan into the mix.

These matches are not only important for Pakistan cricket in terms of preparation for global events but also highlight the country’s ability to successfully host international series regularly. With a jam-packed schedule, fans can expect top-quality cricket, fierce rivalries, and unforgettable moments.

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