PAK vs SL vs ZIM T20I Tri-Series: Zimbabwe Cricket on Monday (November 10) officially announced its 15-member squad for the T20 tri-series to be held in Pakistan. The series will be played between Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Zimbabwe and is a golden opportunity for all teams to strengthen their set combinations ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026.
However, Zimbabwe suffered a major blow with the announcement of the team. Their experienced key fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani has been ruled out of the tour. He has suffered a back injury, preventing him from travelling to Pakistan. Newman Niyamhuri has been included in the squad in his place.
Sikandar Raza will continue to lead the side, which features experienced names including Ryan Burl, Wellington Masakadza, and veteran Brendan Taylor, who makes a return to the national setup.
Afghanistan was originally scheduled to participate in this tri-series, but due to a border dispute with Pakistan, Afghanistan abruptly withdrew its participation. Zimbabwe was subsequently added as the third team, and they are now looking to take full advantage of this opportunity.
Zimbabwe Squad for 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.
On the other hand Sri Lanka Cricket on Friday announced the squads for their tour of Pakistan for T20I tri-series and also for three-match ODI series.
The last time Sri Lanka faced Pakistan was in the Asia Cup Super Fours, where Pakistan went on to reach the final after defeating Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka T20I Squad: Charith Asalanka (C), Dasun Shanaka (VC) Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Kamil Mishara, Kamindu Mendis, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushan Hemantha, Dushmantha Chameera, Nuwan Thushara, Asitha Fernando, Eshan Malinga.
And talking about host team Pakistan had also earlier announced their squads for both ODI series against Sri Lanka and for Tri-Series. Pakistan recently concluded a home series against South Africa, which proved vital for preparation.
Pakistan defeated the Proteas in both the T20I and ODI series, winning the latter 2-1, while the Test series ended in a 1-1 draw.
Pakistan Squad for Tri-Series: Salman Ali Agha (captain), Abdul Samad, Abrar Ahmed, Babar Azam, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Mohammad Salman Mirza, Naseem Shah, Sahibzada Farhan (wicket-keeper), Saim Ayub, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Usman Khan (wicket-keeper), Usman Tariq.
T20I Tri-Series Schedule
• November 17 – Pakistan v Zimbabwe, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
• November 19 – Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
• November 22 – Pakistan v Sri Lanka, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
• November 23 – Pakistan v Zimbabwe, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
• November 25 – Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
• November 27 – Pakistan v Sri Lanka, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
• November 29 – Final, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
