SL vs Ban 1er T20i: The Cricket action continues in Sri Lanka while Bangladesh is preparing to face the hosts in the first in a T20i series of three games. Sri Lanka comes out of a successful tour, after obtaining the test series (1-0) and the ODI series (2-1) against Bangladesh. This T20I series marks a new start in the shortest format, the two teams seeking to take momentum.
SL VS BAN 1ST T20I Match Details
Here are the important details concerning the match in a table format:
SL vs Ban 1st T20i Match Overview
Sri Lanka: The Lankans will be brought up with confidence after their dominant performance in longer formats. Their T20i team has a mixture of explosive beats and powerful spinners. Pathum Nissanka was in excellent shape, and the tastes of Kusal Mendis and Charith Asalanka offer stability in the range of strikers. Wanundu’s Spin duo Rasaanga and Maheesh Theekshana will be crucial, especially on home land which often helps the spinners. Rasaanga had an impact in the ODI series, at the top of the counters of the counters. Their rhythm attack will be led by Matheesha Pathirana and Nuwan Thushara. Sri Lanka will target clean scan on all formats.
Bangladesh: Bangladesh faces a difficult challenge, especially after their recent setbacks. The team is in a reconstruction phase, with several young players who seek to make their brand. Captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz will be the key, not only with his spin spin but also with his contributions with the bat. The return of Liton Das will strengthen the upper command, and Najmul Halsaine Shanto will seek to perform in a coherent manner. The rhythm attack, with Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed, will have to be at its best to contain the aggressive Sri-Lankan striker. Bangladesh will be impatient to bounce back and show their T20 prowess.
SL vs Ban t20 tête-à-tête (T20is)
- Total games played: 17
- Sri Lanka won: 11
- Bangladesh won: 6
Historically, Sri Lanka had the upper hand in the T20is against Bangladesh.
SL VS BAN 1ST T20 Pitch Report (Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele)
The Pallekele step is generally considered a balanced surface, offering something for drummers and quisors. At the start of the sleeves, fast quisors could find a swing and sewing movement. As the game progresses, the terrain tends to become easier for the striker, allowing more score opportunities. A total in the 155-165 range could be competitive on this counter.
SL vs Ban 1st T20 Fantasy Tips & Dream11 Prediction
For fantastic cricket enthusiasts, here are some choices and key tips:
- Captain / Vice-captain Choice:
- Drummers: Pathum Nissanka (SL), Kusal Mendis (SL), Charith Asalanka (SL), Liton Das (Ban).
- Versatile: Wanindu Rasaanga (SL), Mehidy Hasan Miraz (Ban).
- QUESTORS: Maheesh TheEkshana (SL), Mustafizur Rahman (Ban).
- Key players to watch:
- Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka (coherent run-scorer), Wanundu Masseranga (Lower window and hand-catching capacity), Charith Asalanka (captain, anchor and rapid scorer), Maheesh TheEkshana (Spinner Mystery).
- Bangladesh: Mehidy Hasan Miraz (versatile contribution), Liton Das (experienced opener), Mustafizur Rahman (death specialist).
SL VS BAN 1ST T20 probable Dream11 team
- Wcomkeeper: Kusal Mendis (SL)
- Drummers: Pathum Nissanka (SL), Charith Asalanka (SL), Liton Das (Ban), Najmul Hossain Shanto (Ban)
- Versatile: Wanindu Rasaanga (SL) (Captain), Mehidy Hasan Miraz (Ban) (vice-captain), Dasun Shanaka (SL)
- QUESTORS: Maheesh Theekshana (SL), Matheesha Pathirana (SL), Mustafizur Rahman (Ban).
SL VS BAN 1ST T20 Match Prediction
Given the current form of Sri Lanka, home advantage and the historic record against Bangladesh in T20is, they are clear favorites for this opening match. Their spin attack, in particular, is likely to constitute a significant threat. Bangladesh will need a very collective effort to challenge hosts.
Our prediction: Sri Lanka to win the 1st T20i.