The second T20I between India and Sri Lanka promises to be another exciting encounter at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. India, having won the first match, will be looking to seal the series, while Sri Lanka will be eager to bounce back.
Match Details:
- Date: Sunday, July 28, 2024
- Time: 7:00 PM IST
- Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele
India Preview:
India have shown their dominance in the first T20I, with their batting and bowling units firing in unison. The likes of Suryakumar Yadav, Shubman Gill, and Yashsvi Jaiswal have been in exceptional form, while the bowling attack, led by Arshdeep Singh and Mohammed Siraj, has been relentless.
Sri Lanka Preview:
Sri Lanka will need to improve their performance in all departments to challenge India. The batting lineup, led by Kusal Mendis and Pathum Nissanka, will need to provide consistent starts. The bowling attack, spearheaded by Matheesha Pathirana and Dilshan Madushanka, will have to be more disciplined to contain the Indian batters.
IND vs SL Squad
Sri Lanka Squad: Kusal Mendis (wk), Charith Asalanka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka, Avishka Fernando, Binura Fernando, Dinesh Chandimal, Dunith Wellalage, Chamindu Wickramasinghe
India Squad: Suryakumar Yadav (c), Rishabh Pant (wk), Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh, Mohammed Siraj, Washington Sundar, Sanju Samson, Khaleel Ahmed, Shivam Dube
India T20 Stats and History
Total Match Played = 233
Won = 157
Loss = 69
No Result = 6
Tie = 1
Sri Lanka T20 Stats and History
Total Match Played = 193
Won = 88
Loss = 103
No Result = 2
Tie = 0
India vs Sri Lanka head-to-head stats
Total Match Played = 30
India won = 20
Sri Lanka won = 9
No Result = 1
Pallekele Pitch Report:
The pitch at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium is expected to be a balanced one, offering assistance to both batters and bowlers. The team winning the toss might opt to bat first to post a competitive total. However, dew might play a factor in the second innings.
Weather Forecast:
The weather is expected to be clear, with no interruptions expected due to rain.
Score Prediction:
If India Bat First: 169+
If Sri Lanka Bat First: 157+
Winning Chances?
India winning chances are 73% in this match
Sri Lanka winning chances are 27% in this match
Match Prediction:
India, with their superior squad depth and recent form, are favorites to win the second T20I as well. However, Sri Lanka, with their fighting spirit and home advantage, cannot be ruled out completely.
Our Winner: India Will Win
Toss Prediction?
Winner: Sri Lanka
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