Tentative Schedule Announced for PAK-ENG-SL ODI Tri-Series

The tentative schedule for the upcoming Pakistan-England-Sri Lanka ODI tri-series has been finalized, with matches planned for Rawalpindi and Lahore in October and November. The series is set to begin with three matches in Rawalpindi on October 18, 20, and 22. Following the matches in Rawalpindi, the series will shift to Lahore, where four matches are scheduled for October 25, 27, 29.

The final of the tournament is tentatively planned for November 1 at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. This tri-series will serve as valuable preparation for Pakistan ahead of the ODI World Cup 2027, while England and Sri Lanka will use the opportunity to assess their squads in the 50-over format. Pakistan has recent experience in playing tri-series, having participated in two T20I competitions in 2025.

The first T20I tri-series was hosted by the Emirates Cricket Board, featuring Pakistan, Afghanistan, and the United Arab Emirates, with Pakistan lifting the title by defeating Afghanistan in the final on August 29, 2025. Pakistan later hosted Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe in another T20I tri-series, winning the final in Rawalpindi on November 29, 2025.

Both tri-series victories have motivated Pakistan to aim for maintaining their winning record when they face England and Sri Lanka in the ODI competition. The current schedule remains tentative and may be subject to change prior to an official announcement.