India will be all set to lock horns against Sri Lanka in this crucial T20I encounter. Welcome to the IND vs SL T20I Dream11 team prediction today and match preview.
India were able to bounce back together as a team in their last match with a strong blend of all-round talent which could continue to grow with a stronger form in this game.
Sri Lanka on the other hand have lost 3 of their last 5 games and seemed to gain confidence in the first 10 overs which changed drastically in the later part of the game and could keep them focused for this contest.
Probable Winner, Betting Tips, and Match Prediction
India could win this match by a close margin.
Betting Odds
IND- 1.18 SL- 4.60
Pitch Report and Toss
The pitch is a strong 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, D.Hooda, H.Pandya, A.Patel, S.Mavi, H.Patel, U.Malik, Y.Chahal
Sri Lanka
K.Mendis (wk), P.Nissanka, B.Rajapaksa, D.Shanaka, C.Asalanka, C.Karunaratne, W.Hasaranga, D.de Silva, M.Theekshana, D.Madusanka, K.Rajith
Match Details
India vs Sri Lanka T20I
Match: India vs Sri Lanka (2nd T20I)
Date and Time: 5th January – 07:00 PM IST
Venue: Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune, 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) was able to score 37 runs in the last match but covered a majority of his contributions with his skills behind the stumps that can continue to maintain his place in this match.
Batsman
Deepak Hooda (7.0 Cr) create all of his contributions with his batting abilities resulting 41 runs at a strike rate of 178.26 which can improve drastically considering his batting form making him our prime choice for this encounter.
Bhanuka Rajapaksa (8.0 Cr) was able to create his contributions with his decent batting skills that earned him 10 runs to keep the scoreboard moving and could lead to a building momentum for this match.
Dasun Shanaka (7.5 Cr) is a brilliant talent who made his presence known in the last game after scoring 45 runs at a strike rate of 166.67 which can improve with a better understanding of the surface.
All-rounders
Hardik Pandya (9.0 Cr) scored 29 runs at a strike rate of 107.41 and is yet to showcase his bowling talents in the series which can make its way through to this encounter.
Wanindu Hasaranga (9.0 Cr) has a wonderful understanding of this surface that helped him find 1 wicket at a controlled economy rate of 5.50 added with 21 runs at a strike rate of 210 which can develop in this fixture.
Chamika Karunaratne (7.5 Cr) was able to showcase his bowling talents in the last match after adding 1 wicket at an economy rate of 7.33 which can allow him to maintain his form in this contest.
Bowlers
Harshal Patel (7.5 Cr) was able to bring his experience into the game with 2 wickets at a controlled economy rate of 10.25 which makes him a crucial contributor.
Umran Malik (7.0 Cr) has been decent yet consistent with his contributions as he was able to add 2 wickets at an economy rate of 6.75 which should keep him motivated to give his all in this match.
Shivam Mavi (5.5 Cr) enjoyed a fantastic debut with 4 crucial wickets at an economy rate of 5.50 which can keep him confident to maintain this momentum thorough the series as our prime choice.
Maheesh Theekshana (8.0 Cr) managed to find 1 wicket at an economy rate of 7.25 in the last match and holds greater potential that can be achieved with a better understanding of the surface.
Dream11 Team Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
S.Mavi will be our captain and D.Hooda will be our vice-captain because of their current form which should keep them consistent for this contest.
DREAM 11 TEAM
Kishan, Hooda (VC), Shanaka, Rajapaksa, Pandya, Hasaranga, Karunartne, Mavi (C), Patel, 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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