Pakistan vs Sri Lanka 1st Test Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Tips & Playing XI (9 Nov 2026)
पाकिस्तान वि श्रीलंका
पाकिस्तान बनाम श्रीलंका ड्रीम11 प्रेडिक्शन: मैच 9 नवंबर को 10:00 AM IST, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium में। कप्तान के लिए टॉप पिक Babar Azam, उप-कप्तान Kusal Mendis। पूरी फैंटेसी XI, प्लेइंग 11 और पिच रिपोर्ट नीचे है।
The first of two World Test Championship Tests starts at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Monday 9 November, with play due at 10:00 AM IST (9:30 AM local) on day one. Babar Azam captains a Pakistan squad that grew from 14 to 16 players this week and could give Test debuts to three uncapped batters. Sri Lanka arrive under a new captain, Kusal Mendis, and without Pathum Nissanka, who has a hamstring injury. Pakistan lost all three Tests in England in August and September and Sri Lanka lost both in India, so both sides need the points.
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Four of the last five Tests at Rawalpindi were won by the team batting fourth, so a chase is a live option here. The surface is usually flat, although Mohammad Abbas has said the pitches at this ground often help the fast bowlers, so read the pitch report at the toss before you commit to a spin-heavy or pace-heavy team.
Tip: Always check the official playing XI announced on match day before finalising your fantasy team, because last-minute changes happen.
Team Assessment
Pakistan's last five Tests read L L L W L: three defeats in England in August and September, after a 1-1 split with West Indies in Trinidad. The squad was rebuilt around Babar Azam. Mohammad Taha, Mohammad Suleman and Sameer Minhas are uncapped, and Aamer Jamal, Ali Shabbir, Tayyab Arif and Saqib Khan were added on 7 November while Ali Usman and Abdullah Fazal were released.
Sri Lanka's last four Tests read L L W L: a 2-0 defeat in India in August, after a 1-1 split with West Indies. Kusal Mendis takes over the captaincy from Dhananjaya de Silva. Lahiru Udara replaces the injured Pathum Nissanka, and Anjala Bandara and Eshan Malinga have earned call-ups.
Key Players to Watch
Pakistan's captain and the most expensive player in the pool at 10 Cr. A top-order batter is on the field and at the crease for most of a Test, which is where his high floor comes from.
A middle-order batter, so a steady pick if Pakistan bat first and need a long innings from the middle of the order.
An off-spin allrounder, so he can earn points with the bat and the ball over five days.
Leads the pace attack and has said Rawalpindi pitches often help the seamers. The bowler to back if the surface shows grass at the toss.
An uncapped left-hander who also bowls slow left-arm. He topped the President's Trophy Grade-I run chart with 730 runs, so he is the newcomer with the clearest case.
Captains and keeps for Sri Lanka, so he earns points for batting, catches and stumpings across both innings.
Sri Lanka's left-arm spinner and the bowler most likely to deliver the longest spells in a five-day match.
An off-spin allrounder who has given up the captaincy but stays in the side, so he can score with the bat and ball.
Fantasy Cricket Picks
Pakistan's captain and top-order batter, so he is involved for the whole match. His 10 Cr price is the cost of a high floor.
Sri Lanka's captain and keeper, with points available from the bat and the gloves in both innings.
Must Picks
Captain and top-order batter.
Captain and keeper.
The spinner who will bowl the most overs.
Leads Pakistan's pace attack.
Differential Picks (Grand League)
730 runs in the President's Trophy Grade-I and slow left-arm as a bonus, but he needs to be in the XI.
A pace-bowling allrounder, back in the squad after taking 7/32 and scoring 55 in the President's Trophy Grade-I final.
Players to Avoid
Pakistan have two keepers, Ghazi Ghori and Saad Baig, and only one will play. Pick one after the toss, not both.
Suggested Fantasy XI
Match Prediction
Pakistan are at home and hold the Test record, but a draw is a real outcome and both teams arrive on losing runs. A flat surface favours a big first innings, and the side batting last has won four of the last five Tests at this ground. Make your own call in a free Predictor game once the toss is done.
Babar Azam is the captain pick and Kusal Mendis the vice-captain, which spreads the multipliers across both sides. The XI is confirmed at the toss, about 9:30 AM IST, and Pakistan could give debuts to several players, so check the line-up before you lock and swap out any Pakistan name who is left out.
Match Trivia
Pakistan and Sri Lanka have drawn 19 of their 59 Tests.
Four of the last five Tests at Rawalpindi were won by the team batting fourth.
Mohammad Taha, Mohammad Suleman and Sameer Minhas were named as uncapped batters when Pakistan announced the squad.
Kusal Mendis is Sri Lanka's new Test captain after Dhananjaya de Silva stepped down.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win Pakistan vs Sri Lanka?
Pakistan are at home and hold the Test record, but a draw is a real outcome and both teams arrive on losing runs. A flat surface favours a big first innings, and the side batting last has won four of the last five Tests at this ground. Make your own call in a free Predictor game once the toss is done.
Who should be captain for Pakistan vs Sri Lanka in fantasy cricket?
Babar Azam is the top captain pick, with Kusal Mendis as vice-captain. Pakistan's captain and top-order batter, so he is involved for the whole match. His 10 Cr price is the cost of a high floor.
What is the pitch report for Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium?
Four of the last five Tests at Rawalpindi were won by the team batting fourth, so a chase is a live option here. The surface is usually flat, although Mohammad Abbas has said the pitches at this ground often help the fast bowlers, so read the pitch report at the toss before you commit to a spin-heavy or pace-heavy team.
When is Pakistan vs Sri Lanka?
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka is scheduled for November 9, 2026 at 10:00 AM IST, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.
What is the head-to-head record between Pakistan and Sri Lanka?
Pakistan have won 23 of their 59 Tests against Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka have won 17 and 19 have been drawn. The last meeting was a Pakistan win in July 2023, so a draw is a real result in this fixture.
How have Pakistan and Sri Lanka been performing recently?
Pakistan's last five Tests read L L L W L: three defeats in England in August and September, after a 1-1 split with West Indies in Trinidad. The squad was rebuilt around Babar Azam. Mohammad Taha, Mohammad Suleman and Sameer Minhas are uncapped, and Aamer Jamal, Ali Shabbir, Tayyab Arif and Saqib Khan were added on 7 November while Ali Usman and Abdullah Fazal were released. Sri Lanka's last four Tests read L L W L: a 2-0 defeat in India in August, after a 1-1 split with West Indies. Kusal Mendis takes over the captaincy from Dhananjaya de Silva. Lahiru Udara replaces the injured Pathum Nissanka, and Anjala Bandara and Eshan Malinga have earned call-ups.
Who is a good differential pick for Pakistan vs Sri Lanka?
Mohammad Taha (PAK): 730 runs in the President's Trophy Grade-I and slow left-arm as a bonus, but he needs to be in the XI.
Are there any notable stats for Pakistan vs Sri Lanka?
Pakistan and Sri Lanka have drawn 19 of their 59 Tests. Four of the last five Tests at Rawalpindi were won by the team batting fourth. Mohammad Taha, Mohammad Suleman and Sameer Minhas were named as uncapped batters when Pakistan announced the squad. Kusal Mendis is Sri Lanka's new Test captain after Dhananjaya de Silva stepped down.
What's a good fantasy XI for Pakistan vs Sri Lanka?
A balanced XI built from both squads: Kusal Mendis, Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel, Dinesh Chandimal, Kamindu Mendis, Dhananjaya de Silva, Salman Agha, Aamer Jamal, Prabath Jayasuriya, Mohammad Abbas, Asitha Fernando. Adjust based on the confirmed playing XI closer to the toss.
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