India, Oct. 9 -- Pakistan host Sri Lanka in the opening match of their three-match T20I series at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Friday evening. Newly appointed captain Sahibzada Farhan leads a fresh-look Pakistani side looking to make a strong statement on home soil.

With seasoned campaigner Kusal Mendis captaining the touring Sri Lankan side, today's contest promises an exciting battle between youthful power and experienced bowling. Here is the complete match preview, pitch report, verified squads, predicted playing XIs, and predictions.

Match Details

Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Pitch Report

The surface at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium is renowned as one of the flattest, truest batting tracks in world cricket.

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