IND vs SL, 3rd ODI | Playing 11 Prediction, Cricket Tips, Preview And Live Streaming

Rohit Sharma will play a key role for India [PTI]

History awaits Sri Lanka as they gear up to take on a depleted Indian outfit at the iconic R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. 

Well, what a memorable tour it has been! From a super over finish to a tied fixture, the six-match white-ball leg has definitely been much more competitive than what the scoreline suggests. 

After the resilient Indian side whitewashed them in the T20Is, the Lankans fought back like wounded lions, spinning a web to stun the visitors in the second ODI. 

While all eyes were on the wonder boy Wellalage, Jeffrey Vandersay came out of the syllabus for the Men in Blue, running through their batting lineup with a clinical six-wicket haul. 

So, with the scoreline reading 1-0 in the hosts' favour, India must play out of their skins to conquer the Lankans in their fortress and level the series. 

IND vs SL, 3rd ODI: Team Previews

India

Led by Rohit Sharma, India have blown hot and cold in the series, failing to win a single game on two attempts. 

There have been some impressive individual performances, particularly from Rohit and Washington Sundar, who are leading their batting and bowling charts, respectively.  

Axar Patel has also chipped in with both bat and ball, proving his worth as an all-rounder in the Indian white-ball setup. However, the rest of the visiting players haven't quite lived up to the hype. 

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So, considering it's a do-or-die clash, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul and Shubman Gill must find an answer to Sri Lanka's rampant spin attack. 

Meanwhile, India would also expect Mohammed Siraj to step up as the lead pacer and add some prized scalps to his barren wicket column. 

Regarding the potential combination, India might swap the out-of-form Shreyas Iyer with Rishabh Pant, considering the latter's ability to counterattack on challenging surfaces. 

They might also hand Riyan Parag a surprise debut cap, who, courtesy of his handy spin bowling, might pip Shivam Dube for a place in the side. 

Sri Lanka

Vandersay recorded a six-fer in 2nd ODI [PTI]

Nothing has gone south for Sri Lanka in the ODI series, as they have outclassed a relatively stronger Indian contingent on two successive occasions. 

After cricket pundits declared the first game's result a fluke, the hosts proved them wrong, securing a commendable victory in the subsequent affair. 

From Pathum Nissanka to Jeffrey Vandersay, everyone has contributed to the Lankans' success. Despite not having a great time with the bat, Charith Asalanka has oozed his class with the ball, signifying a complete team effort from his side. 

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R. Premadasa Stadium Colombo Pitch Report For IND vs SL 3rd ODI

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Furthermore, with Dunith Wellalage showcasing his mettle with bat and ball, everything seems alright for Sri Lanka as they gear up to extend their winning streak. 

Their all-round heavy squad definitely makes them a more potent side than their counterparts on Colombo's spin-friendly pitch. 

IND vs SL, 3rd ODI: Match details and live streaming

IND vs SL, 3rd ODI: Colombo pitch report

Spin, spin and more spin; that's the only word that strikes my mind while describing the surface at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. 

The pace and bounce will be even; but the spinners will once again be effective, with the track likely to offer significant turn. As batting becomes a tough task with the day's progression, the toss-winner will likely bat. 

IND vs SL, 3rd ODI: Probable Playing XIs

India: Rohit Sharma (C), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant (WK), KL Rahul, Riyan Parag, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh

Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (WK), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Janith Liyanage, Dunith Wellalage, Kamindu Mendis, Jeffrey Vandersay, Akila Dananjaya, Asitha Fernando

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IND vs SL, 3rd ODI: Winner prediction

Although Sri Lanka have won one game, expect India to bounce back in this match and level the series. 

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