We have an exciting T20I tri-series on the cards in November 2025. Pakistan will host the second tri-series of this year at home. They will square off against Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe, who replaced Afghanistan in the series.
So, when does the Pakistan T20I Tri-Series 2025 start?
Pakistan will kick off the T20I tri-series on November 17, 2025. They will face Zimbabwe in the first match in Rawalpindi at 7:30 PM local time.
What’s the format of the tri-series?
The tri-series follows a double round-robin league format. So teams will play each other twice. The two teams with the most points after the round-robin format will tussle in the final.
In all, seven matches will take place in the tri-series, including the final. Each team will feature in four matches.
Which venues will host the matches?
Apart from Rawalpindi, Lahore will share the hosting duties for the Pakistan T20I tri-series 2025.
Here are the venues:
- Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
- Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
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Okay, what’s the complete schedule for the Pakistan T20I Tri-Series 2025?
After the first match, Sri Lanka will begin their campaign, taking on Zimbabwe on November 19. Two days later, the hosts will play against Sri Lanka.
The next day, the return contests will start with Pakistan and Zimbabwe up against each other once again. Sri Lanka-Zimbabwe and Pakistan-Sri Lanka will follow on November 25 and 27, respectively. The final of the tri-series is set for November 29 between the top two teams.
Pakistan T20I Tri-Series 2025: Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST / Local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 18, 2025 | Pakistan vs Zimbabwe | Rawalpindi | 8:00 PM / 7:30 PM |
| Nov 20, 2025 | Sri Lanka vs Pakistan | Rawalpindi | 8:00 PM / 7:30 PM |
| Nov 22, 2025 | Pakistan vs Sri Lanka | Lahore | 8:00 PM / 7:30 PM |
| Nov 23, 2025 | Pakistan vs Zimbabwe | Lahore | 8:00 PM / 7:30 PM |
| Nov 25, 2025 | Sri Lanka vs Pakistan | Lahore | 8:00 PM / 7:30 PM |
| Nov 27, 2025 | Pakistan vs Sri Lanka | Lahore | 8:00 PM / 7:30 PM |
| Nov 29, 2025 | Final | Lahore | 8:00 PM / 7:30 PM |
Have teams announced squads?
Yes. Sri Lanka were the first to reveal their squad for the tri-series. Charith Asalanka will captain the Lankans, while Dasun Shanaka has been named vice-captain.
Bhanuka Rajapaksa makes a return to the squad. Matheesha Pathirana, meanwhile, misses out due to an infection.
Sri Lanka’s Squad for Pakistan T20I Tri-Series:
Charith Asalanka (capt), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Kamil Mishara, Dasun Shanaka (vice-capt), Kamindu Mendis, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushan Hemantha, Dushmantha Chameera, Nuwan Thushara, Asitha Fernando, Eshan Malinga
Salman Ali Agha will lead the hosts, who have fielded a strong unit. Babar Azam continues to hold his spot, while Shaheen Shah Afridi will lead the pace attack.
Pakistan’s Squad for Pakistan T20I Tri-Series:
Salman Ali Agha (c), Abdul Samad, Abrar Ahmed, Babar Azam, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Mohammad Salman Mirza, Naseem Shah, Sahibzada Farhan (wk), Saim Ayub, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Usman Khan (wk), Usman Tariq
Sikandar Raza will captain Zimbabwe. He leads an experienced side, with the likes of Ryan Burl, Brendan Taylor, and Richard Ngarava to assist him.
Zimbabwe’s Squad for Pakistan T20I Tri-Series:
Sikandar Raza (c), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Graeme Cremer, Bradley Evans, Clive Madande, Tinotenda Maposa, Wellington Masakadza, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Newman Nyamhuri, Brendan Taylor
Where to Watch the Pakistan T20I Tri-Series 2025?
The broadcast details are not known yet. We will update it later.
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