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Pakistan v Sri Lanka second Test moved from Lahore to Rawalpindi due to smog

The deciding Test between Pakistan and Sri Lanka will be played in Rawalpindi from 17 to 21 November after smog levels rose in Lahore.

RIZ SPORTS graphic: Second Test moved to Rawalpindi due to Lahore smog
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The second Test between Pakistan and Sri Lanka has been moved from Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium to Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, with the dates unchanged at 17 to 21 November 2026.

According to The Nation, a Pakistan Cricket Board spokesperson confirmed the decision was taken because of prevailing weather conditions and rising smog levels in the Punjab provincial capital.

Series still level

The switch means Rawalpindi will host both Tests of the series. The first Test ended in a draw on Friday, leaving the series at 0-0 going into the decider.

The PCB published the relocation in an official press release.

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