SL vs WI Dream11 Prediction: Sri Lanka’s struggles in the shortest form of the game show no signs of ending. The island nation suffered a defeat in the opening game of the three-match series against West Indies, marking their fourth straight loss in the 20-over format. More recently, Sri Lanka was clean-swept by reigning T20 champions India on home soil. Their T20 World Cup campaign was also dismal, with only one win, failing to qualify for the Super Eight.
The pressure will undoubtedly be on Sri Lanka when they face West Indies in the second T20I match at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on Tuesday, scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM (IST).
The first T20I was a spectacle, offering everything fans could ask for—wickets, comebacks, and a perfect chase. After West Indies won the toss and put the hosts in to bat, the decision paid off immediately as Sri Lanka lost two wickets within the first 3.2 overs. However, Kamindu Mendis (51 off 40) and Charith Asalanka (59 off 35) combined for a crucial 82-run partnership off 55 balls for the fourth wicket, helping their team reach a fighting total of 179/7.
Despite missing several high-profile players, the visitors showed no signs of weakness when it was their turn to bat. The opening duo of Brandon King (63 off 33) and Evin Lewis (50 off 28) started aggressively, adding 107 runs off just 55 balls for the first wicket. That opening stand effectively sealed the game for the visitors, who won by five wickets.
Match Info:
- Teams: Sri Lanka vs West Indies
- Tournament: Three-match T20I bilateral series
- Match Start Time: 07:00 PM (IST) on Tuesday, October 15, 2024.
- Ground: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium
- Pitch Type: Balanced
- Expected first innings score: 160-175
SL vs WI Pitch & Weather Report
Pitch Report: There were no surprises in how the first match played out. There were plenty of wickets and runs, with batsmen playing their shots fearlessly. This was due to the balanced surface, which offered something for both bowlers and batsmen. While the pitch is expected to remain consistent throughout the match, teams batting second hold a slight advantage as they have the target in sight.
Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium Stats
| Total Matches | 22 |
| Matches Won Batting 1st | 09 |
| Matches Won Batting 2nd | 13 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 142 |
| Average 2nd innings Score | 119 |
| Highest Total | 209/5 by Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka |
| Lowest Total | 40/10 by Malaysia Women vs Sri Lanka Women |
| Highest Total Chased | 180/5 by West Indies vs Sri Lanka |
| Lowest Total Defended | 133/6 by Thailand Women vs Malaysia Women |
Weather Report: This proceedings in this match might get affected as there’s 72% chance of rain in Dambulla on Tuesday. Here’s the full weather forecast:
- Maximum Temperature: 26°C
- Chance Of Rain: 72%
- Humidity: 90%
- Wind: 19 km/h
SL vs WI Head To Head Record
With the five wicket win in the first T20I match, West Indies have leveled the head-to-head record with Sri Lanka in T20I matches to 8 wins in 16 games.
| Matches played | 16 |
| Sri Lanka Wins | 08 |
| West Indies Wins | 08 |
| No Result | 00 |
SL vs WI Dream11 Prediction Injury and availability News
- No injury concerns for either Sri Lanka or West Indies.
- Every player is available for selection.
TOP Picks For SL vs WI Dream 11 Match
Captain Options:
- Wanindu Hasaranga: Great T20I record. Can affect the match as a bowler and as a batsman.
- Roston Chase: Can win a match both as a bowler and as a batter.
- Kamindu Mendis: After scoring an unbeaten 182 against New Zealand in test, he scored 51 in the first T20I match.
- Charith Asalanka: In terrific batting form at the moment. Sri Lanka’s captain scored 59 runs in the first match.
Vice-Captain Options:
- Matheesha Pathirana: The 21-year-old picked up two wickets in the first match. He is a pure match winner.
- Brandon King: Won the man-of-the-match award for his 63-run innings in the first match. He is more than capable of repeating the feat in this match.
- Maheesh Theekshana: Had a great CPL 2024. He can rip through any batting unit.
- Evin Lewis: Quite unpredictable but a match winner on his days.
SL vs WI Predicted Lineups
Sri Lanka Playing XI: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (WK), Kusal Perera, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka (C), Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Wanindu Hasaranga, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Asitha Fernando
West Indies Playing XI: Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Shai Hope (WK), Roston Chase, Rovman Powell (C), Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd, Shamar Springer, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie
Full Squads
Sri Lanka: Charith Asalanka (C), Avishka Fernando, Dunith Wellalage, Kamindu Mendis, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Maheesh Theekshana, Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kusal Perera, Dinesh Chandimal, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Jeffrey Vandersay, Nuwan Thushara, Wanindu Hasaranga, Asitha Fernando, Matheesha Pathirana, Binura Fernando.
West Indies: Rovman Powell (C), Evin Lewis, Andre Fletcher, Brandon King, Shai Hope(w), Alick Athanaze, Romario Shepherd, Fabian Allen, Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Springer, Terrance Hinds, Shamar Joseph, Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford.
SL vs WI Dream11 Prediction Teams
SL vs WI Dream 11 Prediction Team 1
- Wicketkeepers: K Mendis, S Hope
- Batsmen: B King (VC), P Nissanka
- All-rounders: W Hasaranga (C), K Mendis, R Chase, R Shepherd
- Bowlers: G Motie, A Joseph, M Pathirana
SL vs WI Dream 11 Prediction Team 2
- Wicketkeepers: K Mendis
- Batsmen: B King, P Nissanka, E Lewis
- All-rounders: W Hasaranga (C), K Mendis, R Chase (VC)
- Bowlers: G Motie, A Joseph, M Pathirana, M Theekshana
