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IND vs SL, 1st ODI: Preview, Prediction and Fantasy Tips


image-lcomn6o6India won the T20I series by 2-1 [Source: AP]

After a 2-1 victory in the T20Is, hosts India will lock horns with Sri Lanka in the first ODI of the three-match series on Tuesday. The game is scheduled at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. 

Before succumbing to a 91-run defeat in the final, Sri Lanka gave India a run for their money in the T20I series. But their recent form in the 50-over format hasn't been convincing, as they are coming off a drawn series against Afghanistan on home soil. However, before that, they recorded a 3-2 series win against mighty Australia and would like to replicate something similar in this series. While all eyes will be on skipper Dasun Shanaka and spin maestro Wanindu Hasaranga, the likes of Kusal Mendis, Maheesh Theekshana and Kasun Rajitha are capable of winning matches on any given day. Meanwhile, the visitors would like better returns from Dhananjaya de Silva and Charith Asalanka, who blew hot and cold in the T20Is. 

On the other hand, despite missing a few senior players, India managed to win the T20Is and will be raring to bag the ODI series. Although the return of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma has boosted their batting, the focus will be on Shreyas Iyer, who enjoyed stellar success with the bat in 2022. This series will also be a litmus test for Shubman Gill, who will replace Shikhar Dhawan as Rohit Sharma's first-choice opening partner. It will also be interesting to see how the dynamic duo of Hardik Pandya and KL Rahul finish the innings and the spinner Indian think tank prefers for this clash. 


Match Details

Date and Time: January 10, 01.30 PM IST
Venue: Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
Live Streaming: Star Sports Network and Hotstar

Pitch Report: The last match played at the Barsapara stadium was a T20I that saw truckloads of runs scored from both sides. So, we expect a similar flat surface with little assistance for bowlers for this face-off. And with dew being expected, the toss-winner might opt to field first. 


Predicted XIs

Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the series. So, Umran Malik will likely spearhead the pace attack alongside Mohammed Siraj and Mohammed Shami. Also, Rohit Sharma has confirmed that Shubman Gill will partner him at the top; so, Ishan Kishan will miss out. 

On the other hand, Sri Lanka will likely replace Dinesh Chandimal with Avishka Fernando in their squad that played against Afghanistan. Dilshan Madushanka and Kasun Rajitha will play as seamers, while Chamika Karunaratne will likely be preferred over Dunith Wellalage at number eight. 

India: Rohit Sharma (C), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (WK), Hardik Pandya, Washington Sundar, Axar Patel, Mohammed Siraj, Umran Malik, Mohammed Shami

Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (WK), Avishka Fernando, Dhananjaya de Silva, Charith Asalanka, Dasun Shanaka (C), Wanindu Hasaranga, Chamika Karunaratne, Maheesh Theekshana, Kasun Rajitha, Dilshan Madushanka


Cricket Exchange Fantasy Tips

Wicket-keeper: KL Rahul
Batters: Shreyas Iyer, Rohit Sharma, Avishka Fernando, Dasun Shanaka
All-Rounders: Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Wanindu Hasaranga
Bowlers: Mohammed Siraj, Umran Malik, Kasun Rajitha

Captain: Shreyas Iyer
Vice Captain: Rohit Sharma/Dasun Shanaka


Prediction

Toss will play a crucial factor, as the team batting second will have the advantage. However, considering the strengths of both teams, we reckon India will emerge victorious in this match. 


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