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SL vs BAN 2nd ODI Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today’s Match Between Sri Lanka And Bangladesh?



SL vs BAN 2nd ODI Match Prediction [Source: @ImThimira07/x.com]SL vs BAN 2nd ODI Match Prediction [Source: @ImThimira07/x.com]

After a thrilling start to the series, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh are set to lock horns once again in the 2nd ODI at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Saturday, July 5. The match will kick off at 2:30 PM IST and with the series on the line, expect the stakes to be sky-high.

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka put in a clinical all-round show in the first ODI to go 1-0 up in the three-match series. Skipper Charith Asalanka led from the front with a sublime 106, helping the Lankans post a fighting total of 244.

The bowlers then ran riot, with Wanindu Hasaranga bagging 4 and Kamindu Mendis picking up 3, as they rolled Bangladesh out for just 167. With momentum on their side, the hosts will be keen to wrap up the series with a win here.

Bangladesh

It was a collapse of epic proportions for Bangladesh in the opening game. After Taskin Ahmed’s 4-fer and Tanzim Hasan Sakib’s 3-wicket burst, they had Sri Lanka on the ropes. And at 100/1 in the chase. things looked well under control.

But then they lost 7 wickets for just 5 runs and were recued to 105/8 before eventually skittling out for 167. Mehidy Hasan Miraz’s side now has a lot to fix, mentally and tactically before stepping out for the must-win second ODI.

SL vs BAN Head-to-Head in ODIs

Categories
Sri Lanka
Bangladesh
Matches Played58
58
Matches Won44
12
Matches Lost12
44
No Result2
2

How Will The R. Premadasa Stadium Pitch Behave?

The R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo has traditionally been spin-friendly, especially during the middle overs. However, pacers with the new ball, like Taskin showed in the last game, can still be deadly early on. Batters who take their time and dig in will be rewarded.

The average first innings score in the last 5 ODIs here is 243, slightly above the ground’s long-term average of 233. Crucially, teams batting first have won the last 5 ODIs so expect the toss-winning captain to opt to put runs on the board.

Players To Watch Out For In SL vs BAN 2nd ODI

Sri Lanka

Kusal Mendis

Kusal Mendis has been in sensational touch as he has amassed 496 runs in his last 9 matches at an average of 70.86 with a strike rate of 101.84. He is the anchor around which this Lankan lineup revolves.

Charith Asalanka

Fresh off a match-winning 106 in the first ODI, Charith Asalanka has 374 runs in his last 10 games at an average of 46.75. He is leading by example, both with the bat and in the field.

Maheesh Theekshana

Maheesh Theekshana has taken 17 wickets in his last 9 matches with an economy of just 4.52. On a turning Premadasa pitch, Theekshana will be one to watch.

Bangladesh

Tanzid Hasan

Despite the team’s struggles, Tanzid Hasan has been a bright spot with 345 runs in his last 10 games at an average of 34.5 with a strike rate of 101.47. A solid start from him could set the tone.

Jaker Ali

Jaker Ali has been quietly consistent in the middle order with 315 runs in his last 8 games at a stellar average of 52.5. He also scored a fighting fifty in the last game. Bangladesh will need his calm presence if they are to level the series.

Taskin Ahmed

The fiery pacer grabbed 4 wickets in the first ODI and now has 15 in his last 8 games at an economy of 4.81. He is Bangladesh’s best bet for early breakthroughs.

Today’s Match Prediction: SL vs BAN 2nd ODI

Predicted Top Performers

Sri Lanka: Kusal Mendis, Charith Asalanka, Maheesh Theekshana
Bangladesh: Tanzid Hasan, Jaker Ali, Taskin Ahmed

SL vs BAN 2nd ODI: Predicted Score

Predicted first innings score: 240-265
Predicted second innings score: 200-225

Predicted Result: The team batting first will likely have an advantage in this match.