Sri Lanka will be all set to lock horns with Afghanistan in this crucial ODI encounter. Welcome to the SL vs AFG Dream11 team prediction today and match preview.
Sri Lanka will be confident after 2 wins in their last 5 matches which can keep them motivated to give their all with a stronger momentum coming into this contest.
Afghanistan on the other hand will aim to continue on their fantastic contributions from their last series resulting in 3 wins in their last 4 matches which can be tested to the limit in this fixture.
Probable Winner, Match Tips, and Match Prediction
Afghanistan can win this match by a very close margin.
Pitch Report and Toss
This pitch is balanced and well-suited for both departments. The winners of the toss should bat first.
Weather
The weather forecasts a pleasant sunny day
Probable Playing 11
Sri Lanka
K.Mendis (wk), P.Nissanka, D.Shanaka, C.Asalanka, A.Mathews, D.Karunaratne, W.Hasaranga, D.de Silva, L.Kumara, K.Rajitha, D.Chameera
Afghanistan
R.Gurbaz (wk), I.Zadran, Najibullah-Zadran, R.Shah, H.Shahidi, M.Nabi, G.Naib, A.Omarzai, F.Farooqi, Mujeeb-ur-Rahman, N.Ahmad
Match Details
Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan ODI
Match: Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan (1st ODI)
Date and Time: 2nd June – 02:30 pm IST
Venue: Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium, Hambantota, Sri Lanka
Telecast: Fancode
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Wicket-Keeper
Kusal Mendis (9.0 Cr) has continued to showcase drastic improvements as this talent has scored 134 runs along with his consistent contributions behind the stums which can allow him to give his all in this match.
Batsman
Pathum Nissanka (8.5 Cr) played an important role in his last series with sharp batting skills that earned him 242 runs in the last 8 matches added with his bowling improvements which makes him our prime choice.
Dasun Shanaka (7.5 Cr) is an amazing talent who can make his presence known as an important top-order batsman that should keep him focused on bringing his power-hitting skills which could be seen in this game.
Ibrahim Zadran (7.0 Cr) is an important player with a brilliant understanding of the team’s overall potential which can motivate him to find his chances with his solid batting form that earned him 227 runs in 6 ODI matches.
Najibullah-Zadran (7.0 Cr) has scored 283 runs in his last 9 ODI matches added with his amazing skills on the field that could enhance his contributions in this contest.
All-rounders
Wanindu Hasaranga (8.5 Cr) does not back down from a challenge and that was the case in his last tournament which earned him 185 runs along with 4 wickets which can keep him consistent for this match.
Dhananjaya de Silva (7.5 Cr) can keep the scoreboard moving with his batting skills with his bowling developments that have earned him 12 wickets in 10 matches that can keep him consistent for this match.
Mohammad Nabi (8.5 Cr) has been decent yet consistent in his recent games with 155 runs and 7 wickets in 7 matches which has kept him on the right track for the challenge that lies ahead.
Bowlers
Lahiru Kumara (8.5 Cr) was rested in the last tournament but can now make his way back as he can break partnerships to maintain bowling pressure which should keep him focused for this contest.
Mujeeb-ur-Rahman (8.5 Cr) has managed to improve his batting skills in the lower batting order with 73 runs in his last 4 matches and 2 wickets that can push him to improve in this fixture.
FazalHaq Farooqi (8.0 Cr) can score runs in the tail end of the batting order with his years of experience in the tournament which earned him 98 runs and 10 wickets in 8 ODI matches.
Dream11 Team Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
P.Nissanka will be our captain and W.Hasaranga will be our vice-captain because of their potential to create consistent chances which can help them in this match.
DREAM 11 TEAM
Mendis, Shanaka, Nissanka (C), Najibullah-Zadran, Zadran, Nabi, de Silva, Hasaranaga (VC), Kumara, Mujeeb-ur-Rahman, Farooqi
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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