Sri Lanka will be all set to lock horns against Afghanistan in this crucial first match of the Asia Cup T20I series. Welcome to the SL vs AFG Dream11 team prediction today and match preview.
Sri Lanka have had their fair share of downfalls in their recent fixtures with 3 losses and 2 wins in their last 5 matches which could see them start their campaign with a win.
Afghanistan on the other hand come here after a similar series against Ireland which resulted in 3 losses in their last 5 games but will aim to start fresh for this crucial fixture.
Probable Winner, Betting Tips and Match Prediction
Sri Lanka should win this match by a close margin.
Betting Odds
SL- 1.50 AFG- 2.51
Pitch Report and Toss
The pitch is beneficial for batsmen with pacers making the most of their talents in the second innings. The winners of the toss should bat first.
Weather
The forecast predicts a warm sunny day.
Probable Playing 11
Sri Lanka
K.Mendis (wk), B.Rajapaksa, C.Asalanka, P.Nissanka, W.Hasaranga, D.Shanaka, D.de Silva, C.Karunaratne, M.Theekshana, J.Vandersay, A.Fernando
Afghanistan
R.Gurbaz (wk), Najibullah-Zadran, H.Zazai, U.Ghani, I.Zadran, M.Nabi, K.Janat, Rashid-Khan, Mujeeb-ur-Rahman, Naveen-ul-Haq, F.Malik
Match Details
Asia Cup T20I
Match: Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan
Date and Time: 27th August – 07:30 pm IST
Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai, UAE
Telecast: Star Sports Network, Disney+Hotstar
SL vs AFG Dream11 Team Prediction Today, Fantasy Cricket Picks, Match Preview
Wicket-Keeper
Kusal Mendis (8.5 Cr) was able to gain strong momentum for the SLC Reds with a total of 206 runs in his last 4 matches added by his performance from behind the stumps that can add to his contributions.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (9.0 Cr) will look to make good use of his current game time that should allow him to find a strong batting form followed by his skills as the wicket-keeper.
Batsman
Bhanuka Rajapaksa (9.0 Cr) is an impressive top-order batsman who was able to score 350 in his last 18 T20I matches which can keep him focused on making his presence known in this match.
Charith Asalanka (9.0 Cr) scored 521 runs in 20 T20I matches with consistent performances that could keep him boosted with confidence making him our prime choice for this encounter.
Najibullah-Zadran (9.0 Cr) will be an impressive addition to bolster the batting lineup as he has scored 1487 runs at a strike rate of 141.75 in his last 68 T20I matches.
All-rounders
Wanindu Hasaranga (9.5 Cr) was able to score 99 runs and 3 wickets in his recent domestic league matches with greater potential that can be seen in this fixture which makes him our prime choice for this encounter.
Dasun Shanaka (9.0 Cr) is not at his best in the recent matches but holds greater overall potential that could allow him to find crucial wickets along with decent batting contributions in the lower batting order.
Mohammad Nabi (9.0 Cr) was able to score 61 runs along with 4 wickets which can keep him motivated to give his all to make his mark in this crucial T20I encounter.
Bowlers
Maheesh Theekshana (8.5 Cr) has shown great improvements in his recent matches that earned him 14 wickets in the last 15 matches which could increase in this contest.
Rashid-Khan (9.5 Cr) is an incredible talent who has created consistent contributions with his spin bowling and recent batting improvements that makes him a potential game changer.
Mujeeb-ur-Rahman (9.0 Cr) added 6 wickets in his last 5 matches which could allow him to maintain a stronger form coming into this series and can keep him motivated.
Dream11 Team Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
B.Rajapaksa is our captain because of his impressive batting performance in his recent games.
W.Hasaranga is our vice-captain because of his current form and the ability to maintain his wicket-taking stride.
DREAM 11 TEAM
Mendis, Gurbaz, Asalanka, Rajapaksa (C), Hasaranga (VC), Shanaka, Nabi, Theekshana, Mujeeb-ur-Rahman, Rashid-Khan
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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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