SL vs BAN Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch – 3rd T20I

SL vs BAN: Dream11 Predictions For 3rd T20I [Source: @OfficialSLC/x.com]

In the third and final T20I match of their three-match T20I series, Sri Lanka (SL) will be taking on Bangladesh (BAN) at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium, Colombo, Sri Lanka on Wednesday, July 16th at 7:00 PM IST. 

Ahead of this exciting clash, here's a comprehensive look at the Dream11 predictions, fantasy cricket tips, pitch report, the top player picks, and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.

R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium, Colombo - Record Of Chasing Teams in T20I

So far, 41 T20I matches have been played at R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium, and out of those, 22 matches have been won by the chasing sides. The team that won the toss will prefer to field first here.

Hot Picks For SL vs BAN Dream11 Team Today

Sri Lanka

Kusal Mendis

• Series Form: 81 runs in 2 matches
• A prominent figure in Sri Lankan cricket, known for his right-handed batting prowess and wicketkeeping skills, Kusal Mendis is in great form currently and a very good option for your fantasy squad.

Pathum Nissanka

• Series Form: 74 runs in 2 matches
• In modern-day cricket, Sri Lanka finds a gem for their opening position in Pathum Nissanka. In 2024, he showcased his excellence across the format. He is a promising player and could be a great pick for the fantasy contests.

Maheesh Theekshana

• Series Form: 3 wickets in 2 matches
• A great find for Sri Lanka, mystery spinner Maheesh Theekshana could be a great pick for the fantasy contests.

Bangladesh

Litton Das

• Series Form: 82 runs in 2 matches
• Bangladesh's newly appointed T20I captain Litton Das, who is now one of the senior members in the team across three formats, scored a match-winning 76 runs off 50 balls in the last game.

Rishad Hossain

• Series Form: 4 wickets in 2 matches
• Emerged as one of Bangladesh's best performers at the 2024 T20 World Cup, Rishad Hossain is in good form in this series and could be a great pick for the fantasy contests.

Mehidy Hasan Miraz

• Series Form: 30 runs and 2 wickets in 2 matches
• A bowling all-rounder, Mehidy Hasan Miraz is a right-handed batter and a right-arm off-break bowler. He can contribute with both bat and ball for his team, and that could be a beneficial choice for the fantasy contests.

SL vs BAN 3rd T20I Weather And Pitch Today

Weather - According to AccuWeather, the weather will mostly rainy. The temperature will be in-between 31°C-28°C and there is 97% chances of rain during the game.

Pitch Report - The surface at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo is expected to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball. The fast bowlers might not get significant seam movement with the new ball. So, the batters could enjoy their time in the middle initially. However, as the ball gets older and softer, stroke-playing could become slightly difficult. The spinners have been really effective at this venue.

SL vs BAN 3rd T20I Captain and Vice-Captain Picks

SL vs BAN 3rd T20I Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Kusal Mendis, Litton Das
Batters: Pathum Nissanka, Towhid Hridoy, PH Emon
All-rounders: Charith Asalanka, Shamim Hossain, Rishad Hossain
Bowlers: Maheesh Theekshana, Shoriful Islam, Binura Fernando

Captain: Litton Das
Vice-captain: Pathum Nissanka

SL vs BAN 3rd T20I Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/ Grand Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Kusal Mendis, Litton Das
Batters: Pathum Nissanka, Towhid Hridoy
All-rounders: Dasun Shanaka, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Shamim Hossain, Rishad Hossain
Bowlers: Maheesh Theekshana, M Saifuddin, Binura Fernando

Captain: Kusal Mendis
Vice-captain: Rishad Hossain

SL vs BAN 3rd T20I Expert Advice

Considering the pitch behavior, balanced fantasy team should be a good idea, and also selecting quality spinners will be beneficial on this ground.

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