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The highly anticipated ODI series between India and Sri Lanka kicks off with the first match at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. India, led by Rohit Sharma, enter the series as clear favorites, boasting a formidable squad.
Table of content
- 1 Match Details:
- 2 India Preview:
- 3 Sri Lanka Preview:
- 4 IND vs SL Squad
- 5 Probable Best Players:
- 6 India ODI Stats and History
- 7 Sri Lanka ODI Stats and History
- 8 India vs Sri Lanka head-to-head stats
- 9 R. Premadasa Stadium Pitch Report:
- 10 Weather Forecast:
- 11 Score Prediction:
- 12 Winning Chances?
- 13 Match Prediction:
- 14 IND vs SL Match Toss?
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Match Details:
- Date: Friday, August 2, 2024
- Time: 2:30 PM IST
- Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
- Broadcast: Sony Sports Network (TV), SonyLIV (Streaming)
India Preview:
India possesses a formidable batting lineup led by the likes of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Shubman Gill. Their bowling attack, featuring the experienced Mohammad Siraj and the ever-improving Kuldeep Yadav, offers a deadly combination.
Sri Lanka Preview:
Sri Lanka, led by Charith Asalanka, will need to be at their best to challenge the strong Indian side. Their batting, anchored by Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis, will be crucial. The bowling attack, spearheaded by Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana, will need to be disciplined to contain the Indian batters.
IND vs SL Squad
Sri Lanka Squad: Kusal Mendis (wk), Charith Asalanka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Janith Liyanage, Dunith Wellalage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Asitha Fernando, Mohamed Shiraz, Chamika Karunaratne, Akila Dananjaya, Kamindu Mendis, Nishan Madushka, Eshan Malinga
India Squad: Rohit Sharma (c), Rishabh Pant (wk), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, KL Rahul, Washington Sundar, Riyan Parag, Harshit Rana
Probable Best Players:
- India: Virat Kohli (Batsman), Mohammad Siraj (Bowler)
- Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka (Batsman), Wanindu Hasaranga (Bowler)
India ODI Stats and History
Total Match Played = 1055
Won = 559
Loss = 443
No Result = 44
Tie = 9
Sri Lanka ODI Stats and History
Total Match Played = 920
Won = 421
Loss = 454
No Result = 40
Tie = 5
India vs Sri Lanka head-to-head stats
Total Match Played = 168
India won = 99
Sri Lanka won = 57
No Result = 11
Tied = 1
R. Premadasa Stadium Pitch Report:
The pitch at R. Premadasa Stadium is expected to be a batting-friendly track, offering assistance to both batters and bowlers. The team winning the toss might opt to bat first to post a competitive total.
Weather Forecast:
The weather is expected to be clear, with no interruptions due to rain.
Score Prediction:
If India Bat First: 325+
If Sri Lanka Bat First: 252+
Winning Chances?
India winning chances are 88% in this match
Sri Lanka winning chances are 12% in this match
Match Prediction:
India, with their superior squad depth and recent form, are overwhelming favorites to win the first ODI. However, cricket is a game of uncertainties, and Sri Lanka, with their home advantage, can pull off an upset.
Our Winner: India Will Win
IND vs SL Match Toss?
Toss Prediction: Sri Lanka
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