SL vs WI, T20I Series: Dream11 Predictions for Match 2 [Source: @windiescricket,@OfficialSLC/x.com]
Sri Lanka (SL) will take on West Indies (WI) in the second T20I of the three match series. This match will be played at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla, Sri Lanka on October 15 at 7:00 PM IST.
Ahead of the game, here is a look at the Dream11 predictions, the top player picks, the fantasy cricket tips, the pitch report and the best predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.
SL vs WI 2nd T20I Preview
West Indies have started the series with a strong display in the first match. Sri Lanka posted a formidable total of 179/7 in their 20 overs while batting first. Kamindu Mendis (51 off 40) and Charith Asalanka (59 off 35) scored half-centuries to power the team.
In the chase, the West Indian openers, Brandon King and Evin Lewis gave a powerful start to the team. King scored 63 runs off 33 deliveries and Lewis amassed 50 off 28 deliveries. The momentum provided by the opening duo kept the visitors in the hunt even when the lost wickets in the bunch in the middle overs. Ultimately, West Indies managed to chase down the target with five balls remaining and five wickets in hand.
While the home team will be aiming for a win to keep the series alive, the Rovman Powell-led side will look to win this game and seal the series before the final match.
SL vs WI Head-to-Head in T20Is
Matches | Sri Lanka Won | West Indies Won | No Result |
---|---|---|---|
16 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
SL vs WI 2nd T20I Weather And Pitch Report
Factors | Predicted Conditions |
---|---|
Weather | Partly Cloudy with breeze |
Pitch | Batting Friendly |
Weather - The weather during the game is expected to be windy with partial cloud covering. There are 14% chances of rain as forecasted by AccuWeather.
Pitch Report - The fact that 360 runs were scored in the first match indicates that the pitch will suit the batters. However, the pacers who can hit the deck and use their slower ones with guile will get benefits from the wicket. As the match progresses, the spinners will also come into the game.
Dambulla International Cricket Stadium, Dambulla - Record of Chasing Teams
Nearly 61% of the games have been won by the chasing team at the Dambulla International Stadium. Even in the first match of the series, West Indies won the game while batting second. So, chasing seems to be the better option at this venue.
SL vs WI Fantasy Cricket Player Stats
Player | Series Stats | Fantasy Points |
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Kamindu Mendis | 51 Runs and 1 Wicket in 1 Match | 99 |
Brandon King | 63 Runs in 1 Match | 94 |
Evin Lewis | 50 Runs in 1 Match | 89 |
Charith Asalanka | 59 Runs in 1 Match | 84 |
Romario Shepherd | 2 Wickets in 1 Match | 55 |
Hot Picks for SL vs WI Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips
Players | Roles |
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Sri Lanka | |
Kamindu Mendis | All-rounder |
Charith Asalanka | Batter |
Pathum Nissanka | Batter |
West Indies | |
Evin Lewis | Batter |
Brandon King | Batter |
Romario Shepherd | All-rounder |
SL vs WI Captain and Vice-captain
Contests | Captain | Vice-captain |
---|---|---|
Small League Contests | Brandon King | Kamindu Mendis |
Head to Head Contests | Evin Lewis | Pathum Nissanka |
Grand League Contests | Kamindu Mendis | Romario Shepherd |
SL vs WI Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues
SL vs WI, 2nd T20I: Dream11 Team 1 [Source: @Dream11 App]
Wicketkeeper: Shai Hope
Batters: Evin Lewis, Brandon King, Charith Asalanka, Pathum Nissanka
All-rounders: Wanindu Hasaranga, Kamindu Mendis, Romario Shepherd
Bowlers: Gudakesh Motie, Matheesha Pathirana, Shamar Joseph
Captain: Evin Lewis
Vice-captain: Pathum Nissanka
SL vs WI Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/ Grand Leagues
SL vs WI, 2nd T20I: Dream11 Team 2 [Source: @Dream11 App]
Wicketkeeper: Kusal Mendis
Batters: Evin Lewis, Brandon King, Charith Asalanka, Rovman Powell
All-rounders: Wanindu Hasaranga, Kamindu Mendis, Romario Shepherd
Bowlers: Gudakesh Motie, Matheesha Pathirana, Maheesh Theekshana
Captain: Kamindu Mendis
Vice-captain: Romario Shepherd
SL vs WI Expert Advice
Given the conditions and the form of the players a 1-4-3-3 combination might be ideal for the match.