BAN vs SL: 2nd ODI Fantasy Predictions, Tips, Teams, Pitch Report & Top Picks

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Bangladesh (BAN) and Sri Lanka (SL) are all set to take on each other in the second ODI of the three-match ODI series. The match will be played at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram in Bangladesh at on Friday, March 15th, 2024 at 2:00 PM IST.

Before the match goes live, here is a look at the fantasy predictions, tips, pitch report, top picks and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.


BAN vs SL - Head-to-Head Stats

Bangladesh have managed to win only 12 out of the 54 ODIs played between the two sides. Sri Lanka have won 38 times while four encounters ended up with no result.

Stats
Matches
Bangladesh Won
Sri Lanka Won
No Result
Overall5412384
Last Five Matches5410


BAN vs SL - Pitch Report

The pitch at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium is typically slow and low. The venue has been a low-scoring one over the years. Batters find it difficult to score runs. The bowlers will have their say in the matches at the venue. Slow bowlers can make the most of the pitch. Even the pacers can be relevant to the slower ones and cutters.

Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium Ground Stats (ODI Records)

Total matches: 29
Matches won batting first: 11
Matches won bowling first: 18

Average first innings scores: 215
Average second innings scores: 181
Highest total recorded: 409/8 by India vs Bangladesh
Lowest total recorded: 44/10 by Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh

Fantasy Value from Pitch Report

  • Slow bowlers and spinners from both teams are a must-pick.
  • Batters who can play spin bowlers better will be good picks for the match.


BAN vs SL - Fantasy Cricket Tips

Scenario 1: If Bangladesh Bat First

  • If Bangladesh bats first, the batting will rely on skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto, Mushfiqur Rahim, and Mahmudulla Riyad; they batted well in the first match, and they will play an important part while batting first.
  • The trio of Shoriful Islam, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, and Taskin Ahmed will be crucial for Bangladesh. These three, along with Mahedi Hasan Miraz, will take care of the bowling part.

Scenario 2: If Sri Lanka Bat First

  • If Sri Lanka bats first, Janith Liyenge, the top scorer of his team from the first ODI, along with Kusal Mendis and Pathum Nissanka, will play an important part in setting up a good target.
  • Dilshan Madushanka, Lahiru Kumara, and Pramod Madushan are the only successful bowlers from the Sri Lankan side in the first match, and Wanindu Hasaranga will be handling the bowling department.


BAN vs SL - Winner Predictions

The team batting second will definitely have an advantage in this match. Considering the performance of the first match, Bangladesh might edge past Sri Lanka in this clash.


BAN vs SL - Top Player Picks

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Najmul Hossain Shanto (BAN)

Skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto is one of the best batters on the team and a consistent performer. He scored 122 runs with 13 fours and two sixes in the first match. He is the top pick for this match.

Mushfiqur Rahim (BAN)

Wicket-keeper batsman Mushfiqur Rahim played an excellent innings in the first match. He has scored 73 runs with eight boundaries and also caught four catches in that match.

Janith Liyenge (SL)

Janith Liyenge has scored 67 runs in the last match, with three fours and two sixes. He is in good form right now and a must-pick for this match.

Kusal Mendis (SL)

Kusal Mendis, after having an excellent T20I series recently against Bangladesh, scored 59 runs in the first ODI match. He is also a top pick for this match.


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BAN vs SL - Differential Picks

Tanzim Hasan Sakib (BAN)

Tanzim Hasan Saki bowled excellently in the last match. He picked up 3 wickets, and his economy rate was just 5.08. He is in good form and a great differential pick for this match.

Pathum Nissanka (SL)

Pathum Nissanka is a brilliant batsman. He missed the T20I series against Bangladesh due to injury, but in the first ODI match, he looks in great touch; he has scored 36 runs in 28 balls. He is also a great differential pick for this match.


BAN vs SL - Fantasy Expert Advice

Given the conditions and the probable-XIs of both teams, a combination of 2-4-3-2 or 2-4-2-3 looks ideal and perfect for this match.


BAN vs SL Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Mushfiqur Rahim, Kusal Mendis
Batters: Mahmudulla Riyad, Pathum Nissanka, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Charith Asalanka
All-rounders: Mahedi Hasan Miraz, Wanindu Hasaranga, Janith Liyenge
Bowlers: Shoriful Islam, Tanzim Hasan Sakib

Captain: Kusal Mendis
Vice-captain: Wanindu Hasaranga

Bangladesh: 6 Players, Sri Lanka: 5 Players


BAN vs SL Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/Grand Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Mushfiqur Rahim, Kusal Mendis
Batters: Mahmudulla Riyad, Pathum Nissanka, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Avishka Fernando
All-rounders: Wanindu Hasaranga, Janith Liyenge
Bowlers: Taskin Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Dilshan Madushanka

Captain: Najmul Hossain Shanto
Vice-captain: Pathum Nissanka

Bangladesh: 5 Players, Sri Lanka: 6 Players