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The second Test between South Africa and Sri Lanka promises to be a thrilling contest as the two teams face off at St George’s Park, Gqeberha, from December 5-9, 2024. The Proteas will aim to continue their dominance, while Sri Lanka will look for redemption after a crushing defeat in the first Test.
Table of content
- 1 Match Details
- 2 Team Previews
- 3 Pitch Report
- 4 Ground Report Table – St George’s Park, Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- 5 Weather Report
- 6 Dream11 Prediction for Today SA vs SL
- 7 Players to Avoid in Fantasy Team
- 8 Broadcast Details
- 9 Head-to-Head Stats
- 10 Score Prediction
- 11 Winning Chances
- 12 Match Prediction
- 13 Share this:
- 14 Like this:
- 15 Related
Match Details
| Match | South Africa vs Sri Lanka, 2nd Test |
|---|---|
| Date | Dec 5 – Dec 9, 2024 |
| Time | 2:00 PM Local Time |
| Venue | St George’s Park, Gqeberha |
Team Previews
South Africa Preview
South Africa enters the match with momentum after a massive win in Durban. Marco Jansen was sensational with the ball, claiming career-best figures and ending with 11 wickets in the match. Temba Bavuma led the team brilliantly, scoring a gritty 70 in the first innings and combining with Tristan Stubbs for a record 249-run stand in the second innings.
However, injuries to Coetzee and Mulder have created openings in the lineup, with young Kwena Maphaka likely to debut. South Africa’s bowling unit, led by Rabada and Jansen, remains formidable, while their batting has shown resilience despite challenges.
Sri Lanka Preview
Sri Lanka will look to bounce back after a forgettable first Test where they were bundled out for 42 in the first innings. Kumara and the Fernandos provided glimmers of hope with their fiery pace, but the batting lineup collapsed under pressure.
Changes are expected, with Sadeera Samarawickrama likely to be included to stabilize the top order. Kamindu Mendis and Kumara remain key players, but Sri Lanka needs a collective effort to challenge South Africa in alien conditions.
Pitch Report
The surface at St George’s Park is traditionally favorable for seamers with early movement, but as the game progresses, spinners could find assistance.
- Day 1-2: Favorable for fast bowlers.
- Day 3-5: Easier for batting, with spin coming into play.
Ground Report Table – St George’s Park, Port Elizabeth, South Africa
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Country | South Africa |
| Matches Played | 32 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 14 (43.75%) |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 13 (40.63%) |
| Matches Drawn | 5 (15.63%) |
| Highest Individual Innings | 196 – H H Gibbs (South Africa), 16/11/2001 v India |
| Best Bowling (Innings) | 8/7 – G A Lohmann (England), 13/02/1896 v South Africa |
| Highest Team Innings | 549/7 dec (Australia), 03/03/1950 v South Africa |
| Lowest Team Innings | 30 (South Africa), 13/02/1896 v England |
| Highest Run Chase Achieved | 271/8 (Australia), 14/03/1997 v South Africa |
| Average Runs per Wicket | 26.91 |
| Average Score Batting First | 312 |
Weather Report
- Conditions: Sunny with no rain expected throughout the match.
- Temperature: 23°C – 27°C.
- Humidity: Moderate.
Dream11 Prediction for Today SA vs SL
| Category | Player Names |
|---|---|
| Wicketkeeper | Kusal Mendis |
| Batters | Temba Bavuma (c), Tristan Stubbs, Pathum Nissanka |
| All-rounders | Marco Jansen (vc), Kamindu Mendis, Dhananjaya de Silva |
| Bowlers | Kagiso Rabada, Lahiru Kumara, Prabath Jayasuriya, Kwena Maphaka |
Players to Avoid in Fantasy Team
- Oshada Fernando (SL): Struggling for form in the series.
- Ryan Rickelton (SA): Limited opportunities to make an impact.
Also Check: Get The Best Dream11 Prediction From Cricket Experts
Broadcast Details
- Live Streaming: Fancode
Head-to-Head Stats
| Category | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 32 |
| South Africa Wins | 17 |
| Sri Lanka Wins | 9 |
| Draws | 6 |
Score Prediction
- If South Africa Bats First: 451+
- If Sri Lanka Bats First: 226+
Winning Chances
- South Africa: 89%
- Sri Lanka: 11%
Match Prediction
With their dominant bowling attack, home advantage, and recent form, South Africa are overwhelming favorites to seal the series with another victory. Sri Lanka will need an extraordinary team performance to avoid another defeat.
Predicted Winner: South Africa
Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.
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