The Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium pitch report points to a pitch that has helped the chasing side in ODIs, although Pakistan won batting first here in the 1st ODI. The average first innings score is 244, so a total of 240 to 250 is a good target. Sunny weather and a low chance of rain are expected for the PAK vs ENG 2nd ODI on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. The match starts at 1:00 PM local time (1:30 PM IST) in Rawalpindi, with the toss expected at 1:00 PM IST.
This is the second match of the Pakistan ODI Tri-Series, which also features Sri Lanka. Pakistan beat Sri Lanka by 37 runs in the opening match on October 18, and England now play their first game of the series. The PAK vs ENG 2nd ODI umpires and commentators are listed on CricReads.
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Pitch Report for PAK vs ENG 2nd ODI
| Factor | What to Expect |
|---|---|
| Pitch type | To be confirmed, with scores in the mid 240s on average |
| Par first innings score | 240 to 250 |
| Best for batting | The first innings, with the average falling by 24 runs in the second |
| Fast bowlers | New ball, though no pace or swing data was available |
| Spinners | To be confirmed |
| Outfield | To be confirmed |
| Dew factor | Not expected to be heavy, with humidity at around 39% |
| Toss prediction | Bowling first has the better record, though Pakistan won batting first in the 1st ODI |
Phase-by-Phase Pitch Behaviour
| Phase | How the Pitch Is Likely to Play |
|---|---|
| Overs 1 to 10 | The new ball is the main chance for bowlers, and the weather is clear and sunny |
| Overs 11 to 40 | Batters can settle and build a total if the pitch stays true |
| Overs 41 to 50 | Scoring should rise, and the average first innings score here is 244 |
| Second innings | The average is 220, so the chasing side needs a steady start |
How the Pitch Plays at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium
Details on the soil, grass cover and bounce have not been confirmed. The venue stats show 32 ODIs, with 13 won batting first and 18 won bowling first, and one match not won by either side.
The average first innings score is 244, and the average second innings score is 220. The highest total here is 337/3 in 48.2 overs by Pakistan against New Zealand, and the same innings is also the highest chase. The lowest total is 104/10 in 33 overs by Zimbabwe against Sri Lanka, and the lowest score defended is 206/9 in 50 overs by England against Pakistan. Big chases and low scores have both happened here.
In the 1st ODI on October 18, Sri Lanka won the toss and chose to bowl, but Pakistan batted first and won by 37 runs, with Salman Agha scoring a century. The ground has a capacity of 15,000 and hosts Pakistan and Rawalpindi.
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Rawalpindi Weather Forecast for PAK vs ENG 2nd ODI
| Detail | Forecast |
|---|---|
| Date | Tuesday, October 20, 2026 |
| Conditions | Sunny with hazy sun |
| Temperature | Up to 29°C on AccuWeather and 30°C on Google, with a RealFeel of 30°C |
| Rain chance | 1% to 5% |
| Thunderstorm chance | 0% |
| Cloud cover | 14% |
| Humidity | Around 39% |
| Wind | 6 to 9 km/h, with gusts up to 22 km/h |
| Evening temperature | 29°C at 2 PM and 5 PM, and 24°C at 8 PM |
| Night temperature | 16°C, mainly clear |
A full game looks likely. The conditions are dry and sunny, and the wind should not be a big factor. Humidity is around 39%, so heavy dew is not expected, although this is not confirmed.
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium ODI Records and Stats
| Record | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches played | 32 |
| Won batting first | 13 |
| Won bowling first | 18 |
| Average first innings score | 244 |
| Average second innings score | 220 |
| Highest total | 337/3 (48.2 overs) by Pakistan vs New Zealand |
| Lowest total | 104/10 (33 overs) by Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka |
| Highest score chased | 337/3 (48.2 overs) by Pakistan vs New Zealand |
| Lowest score defended | 206/9 (50 overs) by England vs Pakistan |
The ground has a capacity of 15,000 and hosts Pakistan and Rawalpindi.
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PAK vs ENG ODI Head-to-Head
| Matches | Pakistan Won | England Won | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 92 | 32 | 57 | 3 |
What Should the Captains Do at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium?
Shaheen Afridi and Harry Brook will both look at the numbers before the toss. Bowling first has won 18 of 32 ODIs here and the average second innings score is 220, so bowling first is the safer option on record. Pakistan did win batting first in the 1st ODI, so a side that bats first can also do well with a total of 240 or more. Use the new ball well, as the weather is clear and early wickets can put the batting side under pressure. Build the innings in the middle overs, and keep wickets in hand for a strong finish. Do not worry much about rain, as the forecast shows only 1% to 5%.
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