Pakistan will be all set to lock horns against Sri Lanka in this crucial test encounter. Welcome to the SL vs PAK Test Dream11 team prediction today and match preview.
Sri Lanka will come here after winning consistent games in their last series to secure their place in the World Cup which could keep them confident to maintain their run in this match.
Pakistan on the other hand were looking comfortable in their series against New Zealand resulting in 3 wins in their last 4 matches which could keep them focused on this contest.
Probable Winner, Match Tips, and Match Prediction
Pakistan could win this match by a close margin.
Match Odds
SL- 3.25 DRAW- 3.30 PAK- 2.68
Pitch Report and Toss
The pitch is well-balanced. The winners of the toss should bat first.
Weather
The forecast predicts a pleasant sunny day.
Probable Playing 11
Sri Lanka
K.Mendis (wk), S.Samarawickrama, D.Karunaratne, P.Nissanka, D.Chandimal, D.de Silva, R.Mendis, K.Mendis, P.Jayasuriya, K.Rajitha, D.Madushanka
Pakistan
M.Rizwan (wk), S.Ahmed, B.Azam, I.Haq, S.Masood, M.Nawaz, A.Salman, S.Afridi, N.Shah, H.Ali, A.Ahmed
Match Details
Sri Lanka vs Pakistan – Test
Match: Sri Lanka vs Pakistan (1st Test)
Date and Time: 16th July – 09:30 AM IST
Venue: Galle International Stadium, Galle, Sri Lanka
Telecast: Sony Sports Network, Sony Liv
SL vs PAK Test Dream11 Team Prediction Today, Fantasy Cricket Picks, Match Preview
Wicket-Keeper
Kusal Mendis (7.5 Cr) has performed well in test cricket with a total of 215 runs in his last 7 matches added to his performance on the field which should keep him motivated for this match.
Mohammad Rizwan (7.5 Cr) has managed to score consistent runs in his recent performances which can be regained in this match as he holds a total of 143 runs in 3 test matches.
Batsman
Dimuth Karunaratne (9.0 Cr) will aim to bring his test form into the game which has earned him consistent runs that could be channeled into his performance for this fixture.
Babar Azam (9.0 Cr) is an experienced man who can be dangerous for the opposition as he has scored 364 runs in his 6 test appearances and is currently in top form for this contest.
Imam-ul Haq (8.0 Cr) has the potential to work well in all sides of the game with amazing control of his batting and bowling skills with added experience that could prove lethal for the opposition.
All-rounders
Dhananjaya de Silva (8.0 Cr) can make his presence known as he so often does with his batting and bowling potential which should continue to sustain his form and makes him a potential game-changer.
Ramesh Mendis (7.0 Cr) has scored 180 runs which is just a bonus towards his 8 wickets in 4 test matches that makes him a crucial contributor for this crucial opening match.
Mohammad Nawaz (7.0 Cr) looked in great form during his recent matches which should not stop him from continuing with his current form which makes him our prime choice for this encounter.
Bowlers
Prabath Jayasuriya (8.5 Cr) can score decent runs to maintain the tail end of the batting order which is added to his bowling attributes that have earned him 8 wickets in 5 test matches.
Shaheen Afridi (9.0 Cr) is an up-and-coming talent with 12 crucial wickets in 10 test matches which could continue to improve his performance for this contest.
Naseem Shah (9.0 Cr) holds amazing potential which should help him make good use of his improving game time which could lead to better choices in this encounter.
Dream11 Team Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
B.Azam is our captain because of his understanding of the surface which can be used to his benefit.
S.Afridi is our vice-captain because of his current bowling form which can be channeled into his performance for this match.
DREAM 11 TEAM
Mendis, Rizwan, Karunaratne, Azam (C), Haq, de Silva, Mendis, Nawaz, Jayasuriya, Shah, Afridi (VC)
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