Pakistan vs Sri Lanka ended in a draw at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Friday, November 13, after both teams had chances to build a winning position during a rain- and bad-light-affected opening Test.
Pakistan finished their second innings on 284 for eight, holding a lead of 272 runs when the match was called off on the fifth and final day.
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Pakistan vs Sri Lanka match result
Pakistan declared their first innings at 434 for nine before Sri Lanka answered with 446 all out, giving the visitors a narrow 12-run advantage.
The hosts then reached 284 for eight in their second innings, leaving the match without a winner, according to the official match scorecard.
| Team | Innings | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | First innings | 434 for 9 declared |
| Sri Lanka | First innings | 446 all out |
| Pakistan | Second innings | 284 for 8 |
The result gives both sides a share of the points from the opening match of the two-Test World Test Championship series.
Shakeel falls short again
Saud Shakeel was Pakistan’s leading contributor with 93 in the first innings and 97 in the second.
His second-innings dismissal came with Pakistan eight wickets down and removed the possibility of another long partnership that could have forced Sri Lanka to chase a challenging target.
Shakeel’s two near-centuries were among the defining moments of a match in which Pakistan’s middle order provided stability but could not produce a decisive advantage.
Saqib Khan makes an impact on debut
Pakistan’s strongest bowling performance came from debutant fast bowler Saqib Khan, who claimed seven wickets for 130 runs.
Saqib’s spell helped Pakistan recover after Sri Lanka’s batters had taken control of the match during the middle days.
His wickets included key breakthroughs during Sri Lanka’s long first innings, which ended at 446 after the visitors had appeared capable of establishing a much larger lead.
Sri Lanka’s centuries change the match
Dhananjaya de Silva made 167 for Sri Lanka, while captain Kusal Mendis scored 119.
Their substantial partnership shifted the momentum towards Sri Lanka after Pakistan had declared on 434 for nine.
Kamindu Mendis also made 58, helping Sri Lanka pass Pakistan’s total despite a late collapse that saw the visitors lose their final six wickets for 42 runs.
Pakistan’s late push falls short
Pakistan began the final innings with a 12-run deficit and reached 57 for one at the end of the fourth day, holding a 45-run overall lead.
The final morning initially favoured Sri Lanka, with Lahiru Kumara and Asitha Fernando removing Azan Awais and Mohammad Taha without an addition to the overnight score.
Babar Azam then added 50 with Shakeel but was dismissed for 34 after Sri Lanka placed a short-leg and square-side fielding trap around him.
Salman Ali Agha followed for 13, leaving Pakistan at 125 for five and keeping Sri Lanka within sight of a possible victory.
Shakeel and wicketkeeper-batter Ghazi Ghori resisted for a period, but the loss of further wickets prevented Pakistan from setting up a declaration and a final run at the visitors.
Bad light and earlier interruptions reduced the time available for either side to force a result.
What comes next
The draw leaves the two-match series level at 0-0.
The second Test is scheduled to begin on November 17, 2026, with both teams still seeking the first decisive result of the series, as outlined in the series schedule.
Pakistan will take encouragement from Saqib’s debut and the production of its middle order, while Sri Lanka will look to build on the centuries from Dhananjaya de Silva and Kusal Mendis.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the result of the Pakistan vs Sri Lanka first Test?
The first Test at Rawalpindi ended in a draw on November 13, 2026.
What was Pakistan’s final score?
Pakistan scored 434 for nine declared in the first innings and finished on 284 for eight in the second.
What was Sri Lanka’s score?
Sri Lanka made 446 all out in their first innings.
Who were the leading performers?
Saud Shakeel scored 93 and 97 for Pakistan, while Saqib Khan took seven wickets on Test debut. Sri Lanka’s leading batters were Dhananjaya de Silva with 167 and Kusal Mendis with 119.
When is the second Test scheduled?
The second Test is scheduled to begin on November 17, 2026.
Fact-Checked: Key scores, dates, player performances and the match result were checked against the Pakistan Cricket Board scorecard and ICC competition information.
Disclaimer: Match schedules and series details can change if weather, venue or cricket-board decisions require an update.