The stage is set for a thrilling finish as Bangladesh national cricket team and Pakistan national cricket team prepare to face off in the third and final ODI of the series.
After two intense matches, the series is perfectly poised for a dramatic conclusion. Both teams will be eager to deliver a strong performance and clinch the series in the decisive encounter.
Bangladesh Eye Strong Finish at Home
Bangladesh will take confidence from their improving performances in the ODI format in recent months. Playing in familiar home conditions could once again prove to be an advantage for the hosts.
Experienced players like Najmul Hossain Shanto and Mehidy Hasan Miraz are expected to guide the team, while the bowling unit will aim to apply early pressure on the visitors.
Pakistan Aim to Seal Series
Pakistan remain a formidable side in the 50-over format. With a strong pace attack led by Shaheen Afridi and a solid batting lineup including Sahibzada Farhan and Mohammad Rizwan, the visitors will look to dominate the decider and end the tour on a high.
With pride and momentum at stake, the final ODI promises to be the most exciting contest of the series.
BAN vs PAK 3rd ODI: Match Details
Match: Bangladesh vs Pakistan, 3rd ODI
Date: March 15, 2026
Time: 1:45 PM IST
BAN vs PAK 3rd ODI Live Streaming in India
The third ODI between Bangladesh and Pakistan will not be broadcast live in India.
BAN vs PAK 3rd ODI: Probable Playing XI
Bangladesh Probable XI
Saif Hassan, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Litton Das, Towhid Hridoy, Afif Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam
Pakistan Probable XI
Sahibzada Farhan, Maaz Sadaqat, Shamyl Hussain, Mohammad Rizwan, Salman Agha, Hussain Talat, Abdul Samad, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed
BAN vs PAK 3rd ODI: Pitch and Weather Report
The pitch is expected to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball. Batters who settle in should be able to score freely, while fast bowlers could get assistance with the new ball early in the innings.
Weather conditions are likely to remain warm and humid, with temperatures expected to range between 27°C and 30°C. The sky is forecast to remain mostly clear, and rain interruptions are unlikely.
BAN vs PAK ODI Head-to-Head
Historically, Pakistan have dominated the ODI rivalry between the two teams. However, Bangladesh have improved significantly in recent years and have managed to challenge Pakistan, particularly in home conditions.
With the series on the line, the third ODI promises a thrilling contest between two competitive sides.
BAN vs PAK ODI Series Squads
Bangladesh Squad
Saif Hassan, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Litton Das (wk), Towhid Hridoy, Afif Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (c), Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Nahid Rana, Shoriful Islam, Tanvir Islam, Mahidul Islam Ankon, Soumya Sarkar
Pakistan Squad
Sahibzada Farhan, Maaz Sadaqat, Shamyl Hussain, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Salman Agha, Hussain Talat, Abdul Samad, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi (c), Mohammad Wasim Jr, Haris Rauf, Faisal Akram, Ghazi Ghori, Saad Masood, Abrar Ahmed
