Bangladesh is hosting Pakistan for a three-match ODI series. The series is tied at 1-1 and the winner will be decided in the third and final match to be held at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Dhaka on Sunday. Both sides have played some good quality cricket. The Men in Green have brought a mixed team of experienced and inexperienced players.
This marks the beginning of preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup for both sides. Pakistan won the match by 128 runs in a rain-interrupted match. As soon as the match was reduced to 32 overs, rain disrupted the match. Since tomorrow is the weekend, fans will arrive in large numbers and it will be exciting to watch the match.
BAN vs PAK Match Prediction: Who will win 3rd ODI?
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match: bangladesh vs Pakistan, Match 3, Pakistan tour of Bangladesh ODI series.
date: 15 March 2026
Time: 1:45 PM IST
venue: Sher-e-Bangla Stadium, Dhaka
live streaming: Fancode (OTT & Mobile)
Live broadcast: N/A
BAN vs PAK Match Prediction: Head-to-Head Record
Bangladesh and Pakistan have faced each other 41 times in the ODI format, with Pakistan having the upper hand, winning 35 games and Bangla Tigers winning six games. In the ODI World Cup, the competition has been even more equal; In the three matches, the Men in Green have won two, and Bangladesh have won just one game.
Pitch Report and Terms
Sher-e-Bangla Stadium has been a good scoring ground. In 123 games, only 13 times have more than 300 runs been scored on a pitch that offers spin, and that is on the dry side. However, this series has been dominated by the spinners, especially the fast bowlers, so both teams have relied on playing the fast bowlers more than the spin bowling options.
Teams batting first have won 59 matches and 64 matches while chasing; There is not much difference between the two. The toss will not be a factor as rain has been predicted for the game. However, on a freshly prepared wicket, teams would like to win the toss and bat first.
BAN vs PAK weather report
There is a possibility of rain before and during the game. However, the sky will be cloudy during the afternoon and there is a possibility of rain interrupting the game. The temperature during the match will be around 32 to 22 degrees Celsius and it is believed that the weather will be pleasant.
BAN vs PAK Match Prediction: Probable XI
bBangladesh Playing XI: Saif Hasan, Tanjeed Hasan, Nazmul Hussain Shanto, Liton Das, Tauheed Hridoy, Afif Hussain, Mehdi Hasan Miraj (captain), Rishad Hussain, Nahid Rana, Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed.
Pakistan playing eleven: Sahibzada Farhan, Maaz Sadaqat, Shamil Hussain, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Salman Ali Aga, Abdul Samad, Saad Masood, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Shah Afridi (captain), Haris Rauf, Mohammad Wasim Jr., Abrar Ahmed.
Toss Effect:
The toss will be an important factor as it is not an evening game and the temperature is also pleasant. Rain is predicted before and during the match, if it rains there will be some moisture. However, the teams would like to bat first after winning the toss.
BAN vs PAK – Form and Fitness:
Injury concerns remain for Pakistan, with Hussain Talat injured while fielding in the last match. He was admitted to the hospital after suffering a shoulder injury and was replaced by Saad Masood. He will be out of the third ODI and it is expected that Saad Masood will replace him.
BAN vs PAK – Score Prediction:
A score between 250 and 275 has been a good score in the first innings on this ground. As we saw, Pakistan scored 273 runs in the last match. Anything below 250 will be chased by the teams. Despite the spin offered, there is no chance of dew; If this happens, it may affect even very short overs of the game.
BAN vs PAK: Players performance predictions
Bangladesh: Tanjid Hasan, Liton Das, Mehdi Hasan Miraj, Nahid Rana, Mustafizur Rahman.
Pakistan: Sahibzada Farhan, Mohammad Rizwan, Salman Ali Aga, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf.
best batsman prediction
Who will score the most runs for Bangladesh? Liton Das Or Tanzeed Hasan.
Who will score the most runs for Pakistan? Salman Ali Aga or Sahibzada Farhan.
best bowler prediction
Who will take the most wickets for Bangladesh? Mustafizur Rahman or Nahid Rana.
Who will take the most wickets for Pakistan? Shaheen Shah Afridi or Haris Rauf.
Conclusion: Who will win the BAN vs PAK match?
BAN vs PAK 3rd ODI is the decider, and both the teams will want their best playing XI on the field and perform as required to win the match and the series.
This is a preparation for the ODI World Cup 2027. Neither team will go in as favourites, however, Pakistan will have a slight edge as they won the last game.
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