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The second T20I between India and Sri Lanka takes place at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, with India looking to seal a series win after a dominant performance in the first match. Sri Lanka will be eager to bounce back on home soil and level the series.
Sri Lanka Preview
Sri Lanka showed glimpses of their potential in the first T20I, with Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis forming a solid opening partnership. However, the middle order collapsed, resulting in a heavy defeat. The bowling attack, led by Wanindu Hasaranga and Matheesha Pathirana, will need to be at their best to contain the Indian batting lineup.
Sri Lanka Predicted Playing XI:
- Pathum Nissanka
- Kusal Mendis (wk)
- Kusal Perera
- Kamindu Mendis
- Charith Asalanka (c)
- Wanindu Hasaranga
- Dasun Shanaka
- Maheesh Theekshana
- Matheesha Pathirana
- Asitha Fernando
- Dilshan Madushanka
India Preview
India were impressive in the first T20I, with their batting and bowling units firing in unison. The likes of Suryakumar Yadav, Shubman Gill, and Yashasvi Jaiswal were in exceptional form. The bowling attack, led by Arshdeep Singh and Mohammad Siraj, was equally effective.
India Predicted Playing XI:
- Shubman Gill
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Suryakumar Yadav (c)
- Rishabh Pant (wk)
- Riyan Parag
- Hardik Pandya
- Axar Patel
- Ravi Bishnoi
- Arshdeep Singh
- Mohammad Siraj
- Kuldeep Yadav
Pitch and Weather Conditions:
- The Pallekele pitch is expected to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball.
- The weather forecast predicts cloudy conditions with a chance of light rain showers.
Toss Prediction:
Both teams will be keen to win the toss and bat first, taking advantage of the batting-friendly conditions.
Match Prediction:
India are clear favorites going into the second T20I, given their dominant performance in the first match. However, Sri Lanka will be eager to level the series on home soil.
Winner: India Will Win
Expect a closely fought contest with India emerging as favorites.
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