PAK vs ENG Match Prediction : 2nd ODI, Pakistan ODI Tri-Series, 2026
PAK vs ENG Win Probability
38%
Pakistan
62%
England
England To Win, 1.50
England have won 4 of the last 5 head-to-head meetings listed in recent results.
England’s top three arrive in strong touch: Joe Root 250 runs, Ben Duckett 240, and Harry Brook 175 across recent matches. The batting depth that England has is superior on all counts.
We think England has a well-rounded bowling attack that can make life very tough for the Pakistani batters, even though the conditions are familiar for the hosts.
PAK vs ENG Betting Tips
Babar Azam to score over 34.5 runs
Babar Azam is a strong candidate to contribute with the bat after scoring 45 off 57 balls in Pakistan’s opening match against Sri Lanka. Although he did not convert his start into a half-century, he showed the ability to anchor the innings after Pakistan lost early wickets. England’s attack will test him with disciplined new-ball bowling, but if Babar gets through the opening spell, he has the technique to build a substantial ODI innings
Joe Root to score over 35.5 runs
Root’s ability to manage the middle overs makes him an appealing batting option against Pakistan. England will need a composed innings if Shaheen Shah Afridi and Naseem Shah make early inroads, and Root’s experience should be valuable in that situation. He can rotate the strike against spin before accelerating later in the innings.
Team form (Last 5 matches)
Pakistan
England
N/A
England begin their tour of Pakistan with an ODI against the home side. Sri Lanka is the third team in the Tri-Series, and on the basis of recent results, it is likely that matches between England Pakistan will be the most closely contested. Pakistan has already won its previous match and will be happpy with the form that some of its batters showed. England, on the other hand, arrive with a lot of firepower and will look to blow Pakistan out of the water.
Bettors should assess England’s proven white-ball core alongside Pakistan’s home confidence. For broader options when staking on this match, explore our curated list of the best cricket betting sites. We will reference prices only where the market view shapes value; if you track movement, our live cricket odds comparison helps gauge how traders rate each side.
Head-to-Head Record
England has won four of the most recent five completed ODI's against Pakistan. This shows the level of superiority that they have enjoyed over them in recent years.
Tournament Standings
Pakistan lead the table with two points and a positive net run rate of 0.74 after one game. England are yet to play and sit second with zero points, while Sri Lanka trail after one defeat.
Pakistan Preview
Pakistan made a winning start to the tri-series, defeating Sri Lanka by 37 runs. Salman Ali Agha’s century rescued the innings after early wickets, with Babar Azam contributing 45 and Saad Baig adding 39. Pakistan were dismissed for 305 in 49.5 overs, so there is still room for improvement in their finishing after losing several wickets late in the innings.
The bigger positive was the pace attack. Shaheen Shah Afridi claimed 3/55, while Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf and Faheem Ashraf took two wickets apiece.
That group will be central to Pakistan’s chances against England, particularly with the new ball. Pakistan will need to avoid giving England’s top order easy scoring opportunities and make better use of their wickets in the final overs.
Predicted Playing XI
- Fakhar Zaman
- Saim Ayub
- Babar Azam
- Salman Ali Agha
- Hasan Nawaz
- Saad Baig (wk)
- Faheem Ashraf
- Shaheen Shah Afridi (c)
- Naseem Shah
- Haris Rauf
- Abrar Ahmed.
England Preview
England have a strong blend of experienced batters, aggressive stroke-makers and varied bowling options. Joe Root offers stability, Harry Brook brings attacking intent as captain, and Ben Duckett can put pressure on the bowlers during the powerplay. England’s ability to keep the scoring rate moving without taking unnecessary risks could be decisive against Pakistan’s fast bowlers.
Jos Buttler is unavailable following hamstring surgery, while Jacob Bethell is also absent through injury. Sam Curran returns to the squad, giving England another left-handed batting option and a versatile bowling choice.
England’s bowlers will need to be especially disciplined against Babar and Salman Agha, who can build partnerships once they settle. Adil Rashid and Liam Dawson could be important through the middle overs, while the seamers will look to exploit any early movement.
Predicted Playing XI
- Ben Duckett
- Tom Banton
- Joe Root
- Harry Brook (c)
- Jordan Cox
- Will Jacks
- Sam Curran
- Jamie Overton
- Liam Dawson
- Adil Rashid
- Gus Atkinson.
Toss Prediction
The captain winning the toss may choose to bowl first. Conditions are expected to improve under lights.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium produced a competitive first-match total: Pakistan made 305, and Sri Lanka managed 268 in reply. That suggests a surface where a well-built innings can produce a substantial score, although the opening match alone is not enough to establish a firm par score for every game.
The forecast calls for clear skies, around 26 degrees Celsius, moderate humidity near 58 percent, and light winds. Conditions look settled for a full game with minimal weather disruption.
Our Prediction
We expect a competitive contest, but England hold a narrow edge on recent head-to-head trends and batting depth. Pakistan’s pace attack can flip the script if Shaheen Afridi strikes early and the spinners control the middle. England’s in-form top order and versatile all-round options slightly tip the balance in their favor.
For a broader view on where our analysts lean across formats, see our latest match predictions and betting tips, and when considering venues, our guide to major cricket grounds worldwide offers useful context.
Bet on England to win.
