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

Sri Lanka will face Bangladesh for 2nd Test [Source: @OfficialSLC/X.com]

Sri Lanka (SL) and Bangladesh (BAN) will meet in the second Test of their two-match series at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) in Colombo, starting Wednesday, June 25 after the first Test ended in a Draw. The 2nd Test is set to begin from 10:00 AM IST.

Sri Lanka

The hosts head into the SSC Test after narrowly escaping with a draw in the series opener in Galle. With the WTC points table in sight, captain Dhananjaya de Silva and his team will be desperate to bounce back and secure a morale-boosting win in Colombo.

Bangladesh

Bangladesh have enjoyed an upturn in red-ball form. In the Galle Test, Bangladesh posted a massive first-innings total of 495 and were in control for large portions of the game before rain and resilient batting from Sri Lanka denied them a win. Led by Najmul Hossain Shanto, Bangladesh will now look to wrap up the series with a win.

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SL vs BAN Head-to-Head Records In Tests

How Will The Sinhalese Sports Club Pitch in Colombo Behave?

The Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) Ground in Colombo is known for its balanced pitch, offering good batting conditions early on before gradually assisting spinners from Day 3 onward. With an average first-innings score of 318 and decent opening partnerships, batters can capitalise early, though reverse swing and spin become key as the match progresses. 

While Sri Lanka enjoys a strong home record here, results have also favoured touring sides and drawn games. After looking at the first game of the series, it is evident that the toss-winning captain would like to bat first and pile up as many runs as they can before the pitch wears out.

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

Sri Lanka

Pathum Nissanka

Pathum Nissanka showcased outstanding form in the first Test, scoring a magnificent 187 off 256 balls with 23 boundaries. His ability to build long innings and convert starts into big scores makes him Sri Lanka’s batting mainstay.

Kamindu Mendis

Kamindu Mendis added crucial stability in the middle order with a well-crafted 87 off 148 deliveries in the 1st Test. His recent form proves he can hold partnerships and play a key role against Bangladesh's spinners.

Asitha Fernando

Asitha Fernando led Sri Lanka’s bowling attack with figures of 4/86 in the first Test. He bowled with tight discipline, maintained a low economy of 2.90, and struck in key moments. Fernando’s pace and accuracy will be crucial on the SSC pitch that offers early movement and bounce.

Bangladesh

Najmul Hossain Shanto

Najmul Hossain Shanto led from the front with twin centuries. 148 in the first innings and an unbeaten 125 in the second, displaying remarkable consistency and grit. His ability to bat long and anchor the innings makes him the backbone of Bangladesh’s top order.

Mushfiqur Rahim

Mushfiqur Rahim delivered a marathon knock of 163 off 350 balls, showcasing his trademark resilience and experience. His composure under pressure makes him a key player in the middle order heading into the second Test.

Nayeem Hasan

Nayeem Hasan impressed with a five-wicket haul (5/121) across 43.2 overs, troubling Sri Lanka’s batters with his flight and control. He maintained a tight economy of 2.79, extracting turn and bounce on a flat surface. Nayeem’s spin threat could play a decisive role on the wearing SSC pitch in the second Test.

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

Predicted Top Performers

Sri Lanka – Kamindu Mendis, Pathum Nissanka, Asitha Fernando
Bangladesh – Mushfiqur Rahim, Nayeem Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto

SL vs BAN 2nd Test: Predicted Score

Predicted first innings score: 400-450
Predicted second innings score: 390-400
Predicted third innings score: 300-320
Predicted fourth innings score: 280-300

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

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