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The stage is set for an intriguing contest as Pakistan and Bangladesh gear up for the third and final T20I of their series at the iconic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. With Pakistan already sealing the series 2-0 after a dominant 57-run victory in the second T20I, the hosts will be aiming for a clean sweep, while Bangladesh will look to salvage pride and end their tour on a high note.
Bangladesh tour of Pakistan 2025, 3rd T20I: Match details
- Date and Time: June 1, 8:30 pm IST/ 3:00 pm GMT
- Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
PAK vs BAN Match preview
Pakistan’s resurgence in this series has been a story of youthful exuberance and tactical acumen. Under the leadership of Salman Ali Agha, Pakistan have fielded a relatively young squad, giving opportunities to emerging talents in the absence of stalwarts like Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Shah Afridi. This approach has paid dividends, with the likes of Sahibzada Farhan and Hasan Nawaz stepping up impressively. Farhan’s explosive 74 off 41 balls and Nawaz’s unbeaten 51 off 26 in the last match showcased the depth and fearlessness in Pakistan’s batting lineup. Mohammad Haris has also provided brisk starts, while the all-round contributions from Agha and Faheem Ashraf have bolstered the middle order.
On the bowling front, Pakistan’s attack has been sharp and relentless. Abrar Ahmed’s crafty spin (3/19 in the second T20I) was pivotal in derailing the Bangladeshi chase, while Haris Rauf and Ashraf have consistently chipped in with crucial wickets. The collective effort has been a hallmark of Pakistan’s campaign, reflecting a side eager to rebuild and experiment ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup.
Bangladesh, led by Litton Das, have shown flashes of promise but have struggled to maintain momentum. Their top order, particularly Tanzid Hasan and Tanzim Hasan Sakib, provided a brisk start in the previous game, but a dramatic collapse saw them lose seven wickets for just 39 runs. Sakib’s fighting half-century was a rare highlight, but the lack of support from the middle and lower order remains a concern. With key players like Soumya Sarkar, Mustafizur Rahman, and Taskin Ahmed missing, the onus has been on the likes of Mahedi Hasan, Shoriful Islam, and Rishad Hossain to step up, but consistency has eluded them so far.
With Pakistan holding a dominant head-to-head record—winning 18 of the 21 T20Is played between the two sides—the odds are stacked in their favor. However, Bangladesh will be desperate to avoid a whitewash and will look to their captain Das and emerging talents to inspire a turnaround.
PAK vs BAN Score Prediction
Case 1:
- PAK wins the toss and bowls first
- BAN powerplay score: 45-50
- BAN overall score: 160-170
Case 2:
- BAN wins the toss and bowls first
- PAK powerplay score: 60-65
- PAK overall score: 210-220
PAK vs BAN Match Prediction
Riding on their current momentum, Pakistan appear to have the upper hand and are favourite to win.
