PAK vs BAN Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today 1st T20I, Pakistan tour of Bangladesh 2025
Pakistan vs Bangladesh 1st T20I: Pakistan will face Bangladesh in the first match of the three-game T20I series. The game will be played at Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka, on 20 July at 05:30 PM IST. In this article, you will find PAK vs BAN match prediction, toss prediction, score prediction, best batter prediction, and best bowler prediction for the 1st T20I.
Bangladesh vs Pakistan Match Details, Pakistan tour of Bangladesh 2025
| League | Pakistan tour of Bangladesh 2025 |
|---|---|
| Match | Bangladesh vs Pakistan, 1st T20I |
| Time | 20 July, 05:30 PM IST. |
| Venue | Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur, Dhaka |
PAK vs BAN Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today 1st T20I, Pakistan tour of Bangladesh 2025:
Bangladesh
Bangladesh recently played a T20 series against Sri Lanka and won it with a 2-1 lead. In the upcoming T20I series against Pakistan, Bangladesh will play with a new squad led by Litton Das.
Mohammad Naim and Towhid Hridoy are likely to open the batting, while Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Mohammad Saifuddin will handle the middle order. In the bowling department, Taskin Ahmed and Shoriful Islam will lead the attack.
Pakistan
On the other hand, Pakistan has already won a T20 series against Bangladesh at home with a clean 3-0 sweep. In the upcoming T20I series, Pakistan will bring a strong squad, with Salman Agha leading the team as captain.
Fakhar Zaman and Saim Ayub are expected to open the innings, while Khushdil Shah, Faheem Ashraf, and Mohammad Nawaz will strengthen the middle order. On the bowling side, Abbas Afridi and Abrar Ahmed will manage the pace and spin attack.
Today’s match is crucial for both sides, as each team aims to start the series with a win. Read the full article below for complete match details.
PAK vs BAN Match Prediction – Pakistan vs Bangladesh Probable XIs
Bangladesh Playing 11 vs Pakistan Today
Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Litton Das (wk/c), Twohid Hridoy, Jaker Ali, Shak Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Shoriful Islam, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Mustafizur Rahman
Pakistan Playing 11 vs Bangladesh Today
Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Harris (wk), Hasan Nawaz, Salman Ali Agha (c), Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Nawaz, Hussain Talat, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Sufiyan Muqeem, Abrar Ahmed
Bangladesh vs Pakistan Head-to-Head Record in T20I
The PAK vs BAN rivalry in T20I cricket has seen 22 matches so far. Pakistan holds a strong edge with 19 wins, while Bangladesh has managed to win only 3 games.
PAK vs BAN H2H Stats
| Stats | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 22 |
| Matches Won by Bangladesh | 03 |
| Matches Won by Pakistan | 19 |
| Matches Draw/No Result | 00 |
PAK vs BAN Pitch Report & Conditions
The pitch at Shere Bangla National Stadium usually helps bowlers, especially spinners. Batting here is more difficult compared to many other grounds. Out of 75 T20 matches played at this venue, 39 were won by teams batting first, while 36 were won by teams chasing. So, winning the toss and choosing to bat first could give a better chance of winning in the upcoming match.
| Factor | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Behavior | Average |
| Best Suited To | Both batters and bowlers |
| Average 3rd Innings Score | 180-210 |
PAK vs BAN Weather Report
There is a 94% chance of rain affecting the 1st T20I match. The weather forecast shows a high temperature of 33 degrees and a low of 27 degrees.
| Factor | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 30-33°C Cloudy |
| Weather Forecast | 50-65% Humidity with 5-25% chances of rain |
Shere Bangla National Stadium, T20I Records
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 75 |
| Matches won batting first | 36 |
| Matches won bowling first | 39 |
| Average 1st innings score | 139 |
| Average 2nd innings score | 121 |
| Highest total recorded | 211/4 (20 overs) by BAN vs WI |
| Lowest total recorded | 60/10 (16.5 overs) by NZ vs BAN |
| Highest score chased | 194/4 (16.4 overs) by SL vs BAN |
| Lowest score defended | 85/10 (19.5 overs) by RSAW vs BANW |
Key Players to Watch in Bangladesh vs Pakistan Match
Top Batters
Litton Das – Litton Das is a strong pick for today’s match. He has played 8 T20I matches against Pakistan, scoring 210 runs, with a top score of 69.
Also keep an eye on: Mohammad Naim, Jaker Ali.
Fakhar Zaman – Fakhar Zaman is another top pick for this game. He has played 3 T20I matches against Bangladesh, scoring 92 runs, with a best of 57.
- Also watch out for: Mohammad Haris, Salman Agha.
Top Bowlers
Taskin Ahmed – Taskin Ahmed is a good bowling option. He has played 9 T20Is against Pakistan and has taken 8 wickets.
Also watch out for: Shoriful Islam.
Mohammad Nawaz – Mohammad Nawaz is a key bowler to watch today. He has played 5 T20Is against Bangladesh and picked up 5 wickets.
- Also keep an eye on: Abrar Ahmed.
PAK vs BAN Score Prediction
The average first-innings score at Shere Bangla National Stadium is 139. So, the team batting first will aim to score around 160 to 165 runs to stay ahead in the match.
Bangladesh vs Pakistan Match Prediction Scenarios
| Scenario | Toss Winner | Decision | First Innings Score | PowerPlay | Predicted Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scenario 1 | Bangladesh | Bowling | 180-210 | 50-65 | Pakistan |
| Scenario 2 | Pakistan | Bowling | 160-170 | 45-50 | Pakistan |
FAQ’s
Who will win today’s match between Bangladesh vs Pakistan?
Looking at the head-to-head record, Pakistan has the upper hand. Their recent T20I form is also strong, so Pakistan is likely to win today’s match.
What is the head-to-head record of Bangladesh vs Pakistan?
Bangladesh and Pakistan have faced each other in 22 T20I matches. Pakistan has won 19, while Bangladesh has won 3.
Key Players to Watch in Today’s Match of Bangladesh vs Pakistan?
Some top players to watch today are Litton Das, Fakhar Zaman, and Mohammad Nawaz. They can play key roles in deciding the match result.
Who will win the toss in today’s Pakistan tour of Bangladesh 2025 match?
Bangladesh is expected to win the toss in today’s match of the Pakistan tour of Bangladesh 2025.
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