Match 2nd Test
Pakistan Tour of Bangladesh (2 Tests)
May 16, 2026, 9:30 am
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Sylhet International Stadium, Sylhet

BAN vs PAK Today’s Match Prediction & Cricket Betting Tips: Pakistan Tour of Bangladesh 2026, 2nd Test, May 16

Published on: May 15, 2026 2:47 pm IST | Updated on: May 15, 2026 2:47 pm IST

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Pakistan have succumbed to Bangladesh for the third time in a row in the purest form of the game. Bangladesh drubbed Pakistan to secure a scintillating win in the 1st Test on the final day by 104 runs in Dhaka. The two teams will now square off in the second and final Test match of the series set to be played at the Sylhet International Stadium on May 16th. With Bangladesh already leading the series 1-0, they will look for their second whitewash on the bounce against Pakistan in Test cricket. Meanwhile, Pakistan would be desperate to avoid humiliation, and the only way to do so is by winning this fixture. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the 2nd Test match, BAN vs PAK at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet.

Win Probability: BAN vs PAK

Pakistan has now lost three Tests in a row against Bangladesh, two at home and the latest one in Bangladesh. The team is probably enduring their worst phase in red-ball cricket, but they need to rise from here now. Another loss will be the biggest humiliation for them as they will be whitewashed on two consecutive occasions by Bangladesh. Expect Pakistan to head into this game with the best of their best strengths and register a win to square off the series. Expect the win probability meter to lean in favor of Pakistan. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 2nd Test match, BAN vs PAK at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet.

BAN: 49% win chance
PAK: 51% win chance

  • Pakistan has never played a Test in Sylhet.
  • Bangladesh has won 2 out of 5 tests played at this venue, which also includes 3 losses.
  • In the last 5 Test matches played between the two sides, Bangladesh has won the last three Test matches on the trot, and Pakistan has two wins to their name.

Cricket Betting Tips for BAN vs PAK- 2nd Test

Mominul Haque to score Over 27.5 in 1st Innings

The experienced left-hander scored 91 and 56 in the last Test and has been in scintillating form of late for the hosts. In his last 10 games, Momi has amassed 737 runs averaging 41.

Najmul Hossain Shanto to score Over 27.5 in 1st Innings

The Bangladesh skipper led the team from the front in the last game scoring a brilliant ton and earning the much-deserved man of the match. The left-hander will once again be a key bet.

Babar Azam to score Over 31.5

The former Pakistan skipper is expected to return in this game after resting in the last Test. Batting at no 4, he will be a prime bet and will be looking to provide stability to Pakistan.

Shan Masood to score Over 27.5 in 1st Innings

The Pakistan skipper didn't had a game to remember with the bat in Dhaka. However, with fairly good batting conditions in Sylhet, Shan will look to take the opportunity of scoring runs. In his last 10 outings, the left-hander has scored 678 runs averaging close to 36.

BAN vs PAK Today’s Match Prediction

Check out our prediction for the BAN vs PAK 2nd Test match at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet.

Bangladesh will look to script history for the second time

Bangladesh will step onto the field at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium with a golden opportunity to script history yet again. Having stunned Pakistan with a 2‑0 whitewash in their backyard in 2024, the Tigers are now on the verge of repeating the feat at home.

The hosts took a commanding lead in the series after a scintillating 104‑run victory in Dhaka during the first Test, where they outplayed Pakistan on the final day. That result marked Bangladesh’s third consecutive win over Pakistan in the longest format, underlining their growing dominance in this rivalry.

At Sylhet, Bangladesh’s record is mixed, with two wins and three losses in five Tests, but the momentum is firmly in their favor. With the series already at 1‑0, a win in the second and final Test on May 16 would hand them back‑to‑back whitewashes against Pakistan, a historic achievement in their cricketing journey.

For Bangladesh, the stakes are high, and the chance to etch their name in the record books once more will serve as the ultimate motivation.

Pakistan needs to win this game to evade an embarrassment 

Pakistan will enter the second and final Test against Bangladesh at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium with their pride on the line. Having suffered a crushing 104‑run defeat in Dhaka, the visitors now face the prospect of a second consecutive series whitewash at the hands of Bangladesh.

Historically, Pakistan have dominated Bangladesh in Test cricket, but recent results tell a different story. The Tigers have now beaten Pakistan in three straight Tests, including their historic 2‑0 triumph in Pakistan back in 2024. Another loss here would not only extend that streak but also deepen the embarrassment for a side once considered far superior in the longest format.

For Pakistan, the challenge is clear — they must regroup quickly, strengthen their batting resilience, and find consistency in their bowling attack. Senior players will need to step up and lead from the front if they are to salvage pride and avoid a repeat of Dhaka’s disappointment.

A win in Sylhet would not only level the series but also restore some credibility, ensuring Pakistan do not leave Bangladesh empty‑handed and humiliated. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.

BAN vs PAK Head-to-Head

Matches Played: 16
NZ won: 12
BAN won: 3
Draw: 1
Tied: 0
RECENT form BANGLADESH: D L W W W
RECENT form PAKISTAN: W L W L L

A win in the last game was Bangladesh’s third consecutive win over Pakistan in Test match cricket. They still are quite far behind in head-to-head battles against Pakistan, as the latter have won 12 games, whereas Bangladesh only has 3 wins to their name. One match between the two sides ended in a draw as well. 

Team Analysis: Bangladesh and Pakistan

How will the two teams, i.e., Bangladesh and Pakistan, fare in the 2nd Test? Let’s take a look.

Bangladesh (BAN)

  • The hosts have no good reason to tinker with their winning eleven.
  • However, a forced change will be there in the eleven, as Shadman Islam has been left out of the squad for this game after he picked up a chest injury in the last game.
  • Zakir Hasan has replaced him in the squad.
  • Tanzid Hasan Tamim is expected to replace Shadman in the eleven.
  • The rest of the eleven will remain unchanged.

Expected Starting 11

Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Mominul Haque, Najmul Hossain Shanto (C), Mushfiqur Rahim, Litton Das (WK), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam, Ebadot Hossain, Nahid Rana, Taskin Ahmed/Shoriful Islam

Pakistan (PAK)

  • A few changes are definitely expected in Pakistan’s XI for this game.
  • Babar Azam should return to the eleven in place of one of the debutants from the last game.
  • Azam Awais scored a ton in the last game, whereas Abdullah Fazal scored fifty in both innings. Therefore, it’s quite tough to drop either of the two.
  • However, Imam-ul-Haq’s underwhelming returns in the last game could mean he may sit out, and the two debutants open the innings with Babar Azam batting at no 4.
  • In the bowling department, Noman Ali could make way for another spinner, Sajid Khan.

Expected Starting 11

Abdullah Fazal, Azam Awais, Shan Masood (C), Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel, Salman Ali Agha, Mohammad Rizwan (WK), Shaheen Shah Afridi, Hasan Ali, Mohammad Abbas, Noman Ali/Sajid Khan

Weather Conditions and Pitch Report

Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 2nd Test between Bangladesh and Pakistan at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet.

Pitch Report – Sylhet International StadiumWeather Report – Sylhet (May 2026)
The Sylhet surface is known for being batting-friendly early on, with good bounce and carry.Conditions expected to be warm and humid, typical of Sylhet in May.
Spinners gradually come into play from Day 3 onwards, as the pitch begins to wear.Temperatures likely to hover around 30–32°C, testing player endurance.
Pacers can extract movement in the morning sessions, especially with the new ball.Humidity levels around 65–70%, which could aid swing bowling.
Average first‑innings scores in Tests here range between 320–350 runs.Skies forecast to be partly cloudy, with a slight chance of afternoon showers.
Winning the toss usually favors batting first, as chasing in the fourth innings is difficult.Rain interruptions are possible but not expected to be prolonged.

Toss Prediction

With Sylhet’s pitch expected to favor batting in the early days before spinners take charge later, captains will likely choose to bat first. Runs on the board are crucial in Test cricket here, as chasing in the fourth innings is notoriously difficult. Expect the toss winner to bat.

Where to Watch Today’s Match

The online live streaming of the 2nd Test match of the Pakistan tour of Bangladesh will take place live on the FANCODE app. The live TV coverage for this series won’t be available in India.

BAN vs PAK: Today’s Match Predictions

After a third loss on the bounce against Bangladesh in Test matches, Pakistan is left shell-shocked. They are desperate to return to winning ways and will be looking to secure a win in this Test match to draw levels in the series. We are backing a win for the visitors in this game. Therefore, as per our prediction, the visitors, Pakistan, are expected to win the BAN vs PAK 2nd Test match.

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