Pakistan, Sri Lanka and England ODI tri-series: schedule, venues and what to watch
Seven one-day internationals over two weeks, starting in Rawalpindi on October 18 and ending with the final in Lahore.
At a glance
- The tri-series runs from October 18 to 31, 2026, with seven matches including the final.
- Rawalpindi hosts the first three games: Pakistan v Sri Lanka (Oct 18), Pakistan v England (Oct 20) and Sri Lanka v England (Oct 22).
- The final four matches, including the final, are at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium.
- Seven players joined Pakistan's squad ahead of the series.
Fresh from a T20I series win over Sri Lanka, Pakistan switch formats this weekend for a seven-match one-day tri-series that also features England. Here is everything you need to know.
Schedule and venues
The tournament runs from October 18 to 31. Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium stages the first three matches:
- Sunday, October 18: Pakistan v Sri Lanka, Rawalpindi
- Tuesday, October 20: Pakistan v England, Rawalpindi
- Thursday, October 22: Sri Lanka v England, Rawalpindi
The action then moves to Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium for the remaining four matches, including the final, with the tournament scheduled to finish on October 31.
Pakistan's squad
Seven players joined Pakistan's squad ahead of the series, reflecting the switch to the 50-over format. Several of the T20I side's in-form batters, led by captain Sahibzada Farhan and Maaz Sadaqat, will be keen to carry their form across formats.
What to watch
England's return to Pakistan. England bring a strong white-ball side and give the tournament its marquee fixtures. Their meeting with Pakistan in Rawalpindi on October 20 is likely to be the biggest crowd of the first week.
Sri Lanka's batting. Lahiru Udara's 91 in the first T20I showed Sri Lanka can threaten, but their batting struggled for partnerships in the second match.
Rawalpindi's run-friendly pitch. Pakistan scored 215 in a T20I on the same ground last weekend. Big totals are likely.
Lahore's atmosphere. Gaddafi Stadium hosts the decisive games and the final. After the tri-series, Sri Lanka stay on for two Test matches against Pakistan.
Fixture times and broadcast details can change, so check the Pakistan Cricket Board's official channels before match day.
Questions people are asking
When does the Pakistan ODI tri-series start?
On Sunday, October 18, 2026, with Pakistan against Sri Lanka at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.
Where is the tri-series final?
At the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, which hosts the last four matches of the event.
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