India will be all set to lock horns against Sri Lanka in this crucial first T20I encounter. Welcome to the IND vs SL T20I Dream11 team prediction today and match preview.
India will come here after a show of consistent contributions in their last series against Bangladesh to bring them 3 wins in their last 5 matches which could lead to a similar momentum in this contest.
Sri Lanka on the other hand played their last series against Afghanistan to add 1 win in their last 3 games which should keep them motivated to find their fighting spirit against this opposition.
Probable Winner, Betting Tips, and Match Prediction
India could win this match by a close margin.
Betting Odds
IND- 1.36 SL- 3.75
Pitch Report and Toss
The pitch is a brilliant outfield for batsmen. The winners of the toss to bat first.
Weather
The weather forecasts a hazy day.
Probable Playing 11
India
S.Samson (wk), I.Kishan, S.Yadav, S.Gill, R.Gaikwad, H.Pandya, A.Patel, D.Hooda, A.Singh, U.Malik, Y.Chahal
Sri Lanka
K.Mendis (wk), P.Nissanka, B.Rajapaksa, D.Shanaka, C.Asalanka, A.Fernando, W.Hasaranga, D.de Silva, M.Theekshana, L.Kumara, K.Rajith
Match Details
India vs Sri Lanka T20I
Match: India vs Sri Lanka (1st T20I)
Date and Time: 3rd January – 07:00 PM IST
Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, India
Telecast: Star Sports Network, Disney+Hotstar
IND vs SL T20I Dream11 Team Prediction Today, India vs Sri Lanka T20I Fantasy Cricket Picks
Wicket-Keeper
Ishan Kishan (8.0 Cr) can bring his fierce batting form into this match as he has scored 589 runs at a strike rate of 129.16 in 21 T20I games added to his skills from behind the stumps.
Batsman
Suryakumar Yadav (9.0 Cr) is an important top-order batsman with amazing batting improvements in his recent matches which could allow him to play a responsible role in this contest as our prime choice for this encounter.
Shubnam Gill (7.0 Cr) was able to play a solid role in the Test matches against Bangladesh resulting in 157 runs in 2 games which could be channeled into a consistent form.
Pathum Nissanka (8.5 Cr) looked more comfortable in the last series after scoring 123 runs in 3 games to make him the leading run-scorer which could raise confidence levels to fight back in this improving rise in form.
Bhanuka Rajapaksa (8.0 Cr) was rested in the last series and will make his return after the T20I World Cup as he managed to score 125 runs in 8 games which could keep him motivated in this contest.
All-rounders
Hardik Pandya (9.0 Cr) is a fantastic power hitter and an important bowler for his team with consistent performances that could help him achieve important targets during this series which makes him our prime choice for this encounter.
Wanindu Hasaranga (9.0 Cr) was consistent during his last series with amazing batting and bowling capabilities which can be channeled into his contributions for this match as a potential game-changer.
Bowlers
Yuzvendra Chahal (8.5 Cr) made his way back to the starting 11 in his last series and was quick to add a wicket that could bring out the best in him with an improved game time.
Arshadeep Singh (8.0 Cr) has picked 2 wickets in 3 matches with his potential to find consistent contributions which can continue to improve his performance with every passing match of this series.
Umran Malik (7.0 Cr) could use this pitch to his benefit as he holds a total of 36 wickets in his last 22 T20 matches with greater potential to make his mark in this contest.
Maheesh Theekshana (8.0 Cr) can make good use of his pace bowling which could keep him focused on an attacking approach to make good use of this surface in this match.
Dream11 Team Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
H.Pandya will be our captain because of his improving form and overall performance.
S.Yadav will be our vice-captain because of his recent contributions that can keep him consistent.
DREAM 11 TEAM
Kishan, Gill, Yadav (VC), Rajapaksa, Nissanka, Pandya (VC), Hasaranga, Chahal, Singh, Malik, Theekshana
Dream11 Team Disclaimer
The veracity of our selections and team is based on earnest analysis of the league, matches, and playing 11s. We implore you to forage your team by your own accord with these facets helping spur your decision making.
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