SL vs WI Dream11 Prediction: Sri Lanka will be aiming to take an unassailable lead in the three-match ODI series when they face West Indies on Wednesday. The match is scheduled to start at 02:30 PM (IST) at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium.
In a rain-affected first match, hosts Sri Lanka secured a five-wicket victory over West Indies. After opting to bat first, West Indies were in a decent position at 185/4 in 38.3 overs before rain interrupted the game. When play resumed, the target was revised, and Sri Lanka needed 233 runs in 37 overs.
Despite losing three wickets for just 45 runs, Nishan Madushka and Charith Asalanka scored at a brisk rate, putting together a crucial 137-run partnership. This stand took the game away from the visitors, as Sri Lanka completed the chase in only 31.5 overs.
Sri Lanka, having already won the three-match T20I series 2-1 against the same opponents, will be looking to finish the job with a win in the second ODI.
Match Info:
- Teams: Sri Lanka and West Indies
- Tournament: Three-match Bilateral ODI series
- Match Start Time: 02:30 PM (IST) on Wednesday, October 23, 2024.
- Ground: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
- Pitch Type: Balanced but Spin Friendly
Also Read: SL vs WI 2nd ODI live streaming info
SL vs WI Pitch & Weather Report
Pitch report: West Indies batted first in the opening ODI at the same venue and lost only four wickets before rain interrupted play. Notably, all four wickets were taken by spinners. During Sri Lanka’s chase, they lost five wickets, three of which also fell to spinners. In total, seven out of nine wickets were claimed by spinners, indicating that the pitch at this venue favors spin bowling over pace. However, batting here isn’t particularly difficult—the ball comes nicely onto the bat, the bounce is even, and the pitch offers true pace.
Pallekele International Cricket Stadium Stats
| Total Matches | 43 |
| Matches Won Batting 1st | 17 |
| Matches Won Batting 2nd | 24 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 251 |
| Average 2nd innings Score | 204 |
| Highest Total | 381/3 by Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan |
| Lowest Total | 70/10 by Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka |
| Highest Total Chased | 314/6 by Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan |
| Lowest Total Defended | 206/9 by West Indies vs Sri Lanka |
Weather report: Like the first ODI, the second match between Sri Lanka and West Indies may also be affected by rain, with a 90% chance of showers in Pallekele on Wednesday. Humidity levels are expected to reach up to 90%, and winds are likely to blow at 10 km/h.
- Maximum Temperature: 30°C
- Chance Of Rain: 90%
- Humidity: 88%
- Wind: 10 km/h
SL vs WI Head To Head Record
Before the first ODI, the head-to-head record between Sri Lanka and West Indies was tied at 31 wins each. However, Sri Lanka’s victory in the opening match now gives them a 32-31 lead in their overall ODI record after 65 games.
| Matches played | 66 |
| Sri Lanka Wins | 32 |
| West Indies Wins | 31 |
| No Result | 03 |
Form In Last Five Games (ODI):
Additionally, Sri Lanka’s five-wicket win marked their fourth victory in the last five matches, while West Indies have suffered four losses in their previous five encounters.
- Sri Lanka: W L W W W
- West Indies: W L L L L
ODI Ranking:
- Sri Lanka: 07
- West Indies: 10
SL vs WI Dream11 Prediction Injury and availability News
- As there’s no injury concern for either Sri Lanka or West Indies, expect both teams to stick with the same combination they used in the last game.
TOP Picks For SL vs WI Dream 11 Match
Captain Options:
- Wanindu Hasaranga: One of the best in white-ball format. He can change the game both as a bowler and as a better. He picked up two wickets in the last game, giving away only 18 runs.
- Dunith Wellalage: Although he failed to pick a wicket in the last match, the 21-year-old is definitely a solid option to have in Dream11 fantasy cricket teams in this match.
- Charith Asalanka: Sri Lanka’s captain led the team like a true leader in the first ODI match, scoring 77 runs and claiming a wicket. His all-round skill make him a no-nonsense option in SL vs WI Dream11 today cricket teams.
Vice-Captain Options:
- Roston Chase: The 32-year-old has the skills to change the game as a bowler and as a batter. He is in good form at the moment and can be considered either as captain or vice-captain in today cricket teams.
- Gudakesh Motie: West Indies’ spinner picked up three wickets in the last match. He is a handy lower-order batter as well.
- Sherfane Rutherford: The way 26-year-old batted in the first ODI match, scoring an unbeaten 74, he can be considered in Dream11 teams.
SL vs WI Predicted Lineups
Sri Lanka Playing XI: Nishan Madushka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (WK), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka (C), Janith Liyanage, Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Jeffrey Vandersay, Asitha Fernando
West Indies Playing XI: Alick Athanaze, Brandon King, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope (C/WK), Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Hayden Walsh, Gudakesh Motie, Jayden Seales, Alzarri Joseph
Full Squads
Sri Lanka: Charith Asalanka (C), Nishan Madushka, Dunith Wellalage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Jeffrey Vandersay, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Kamindu Mendis, Janith Liyanage, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Mohamed Shiraz, Avishka Fernando, Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka.
West Indies: Shai Hope (C), Sherfane Rutherford, Jewel Andrew, Alick Athanaze, Jayden Seales, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Gudakesh Motie, Romario Shepherd, Hayden Walsh Jr, Alzarri Joseph.
SL vs WI Dream11 Prediction Teams
SL vs WI Dream 11 Prediction Team 1
- Wicketkeepers: K Mendis
- Batsmen: C Asalanka, S Rutherford
- All-rounders: W Hasaranga (C), D Wellalage (VC), R Shepherd, K Mendis, R Chase
- Bowlers: G Motie, J Vandersay, A Joseph
SL vs WI Dream 11 Prediction Team 2
- Wicketkeepers: S Hope, N Madushka
- Batsmen: C Asalanka
- All-rounders: W Hasaranga (VC), D Wellalage (C), R Shepherd, K Mendis, R Chase
- Bowlers: G Motie, J Vandersay, A Joseph
