Pakistan are set to host another tri-series. This one is an ODI tri-series between the hosts, England and Sri Lanka. The series will take place in October 2026 before the Tests against Sri Lanka.
So here’s all you need to know about the Pakistan ODI tri-series 2026.
When does the Pakistan ODI tri-series 2026 start?
The ODI tri-series begins on October 18, 2026. Pakistan and Sri Lanka will square off in the opener in Rawalpindi at 1:00 PM local time (1:30 PM IST).
What’s the format of the Pakistan ODI tri-series 2026?
The tri-series follows a double round-robin format. So teams will face each other twice.
The two teams with the most points will, obviously, play each other in the tri-series final.
So how many matches will take place in the Pakistan ODI tri-series 2026?
The tri-series will see seven matches in total, including the final. Each team will play four matches in the round-robin stage.
Which venues will host the Pakistan ODI tri-series 2026?
The tri-series will take place across two venues in Rawalpindi and Lahore. Lahore will also host the final.
Here are the venues:
- Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium
Okay, what’s the full schedule for the Pakistan ODI tri-series 2026?
After the opener, Pakistan will take on England in the second ODI on October 20. The third one-dayer is between England and Sri Lanka on October 22.
The action will then move to Lahore for the return fixtures starting October 25. Pakistan will face England in the fourth game, followed by the fifth match against Sri Lanka on October 27.
England and Sri Lanka will wrap up the round-robin stage on October 29. The final of the Pakistan ODI tri-series 2026 is on October 31.
Pakistan ODI Tri-Series 2026 Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (Local/IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 18, 2026 | Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 1st ODI | Rawalpindi | 1:00 PM/1:30 PM |
| Oct 20, 2026 | Pakistan vs England, 2nd ODI | Rawalpindi | 1:00 PM/1:30 PM |
| Oct 22, 2026 | England vs Sri Lanka, 3rd ODI | Rawalpindi | 1:00 PM/1:30 PM |
| Oct 25, 2026 | Pakistan vs England, 4th ODI | Lahore | 1:00 PM/1:30 PM |
| Oct 27, 2026 | Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 5th ODI | Lahore | 1:00 PM/1:30 PM |
| Oct 29, 2026 | England vs Sri Lanka, 6th ODI | Lahore | 1:00 PM/1:30 PM |
| Oct 31, 2026 | Final | Lahore | 1:00 PM/1:30 PM |
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What are the squads?
Shaheen Shah Afridi will lead the hosts in the tri-series. The squad has enough experience in Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Salman Agha and Saim Ayub.
Hasan Nawaz, Naseem Shah, Shadab Khan and Abrar Ahmed strengthen the bowling attack along with Afridi. Mohammad Rizwan, meanwhile, misses out on a spot.
Pakistan Squad for the Pakistan ODI Tri-Series:
Shaheen Shah Afridi (c), Abrar Ahmed, Salman Agha, Arafat Minhas, Babar Azam, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Muhammad Ghazi Ghori (wk), Haris Rauf, Hasan Nawaz, Naseem Shah, Razaullah, Saad Baig (wk), Saim Ayub, Shadab Khan, Sufiyan Moqim
Harry Brook will captain the visiting England side. Joe Root, Tom Banton, Ben Duckett and Jordan Cox pack the batting lineup.
Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Will Jacks and Jamie Overton will provide the all-round skills. Josh Tongue will lead the pace attack in Jofra Archer’s absence, with England adding Sonny Baker as his replacement.
England Squad for the Pakistan ODI Tri-Series:
Harry Brook (c), Gus Atkinson, Sonny Baker, Tom Banton, James Coles, Jordan Cox (wk), Mason Crane, Henry Crocombe, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Josh Tongue
Kusal Mendis will lead Sri Lanka. His deputy Charith Asalanka has lost his spot once again, with Avishka Fernando named his replacement.
Fernando completes the Lankans’ batting lineup along with Pathum Nissanka, Kamindu Mendis and Kamil Mishara. Dushmantha Chameera spearheads their pace attack, while Maheesh Theekshana leads the spin department.
Sri Lanka Squad for the Pakistan ODI Tri-Series:
Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis (c & wk), Pavan Rathnayake, Sahan Arachchige, Kamindu Mendis, Janith Liyanage, Dasun Shanaka, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Sachindu Colombage, Dushmantha Chameera, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka, Eshan Malinga
Where to watch the Pakistan ODI tri-series 2026?
In Pakistan, the tri-series will be streamed live on PTV Sports and Tapmad. England fans can watch their team live in action on Sky Sports and NOW. Dialog TV and Dialog Digital will live stream the tri-series in Sri Lanka.
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