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The International Masters League T20, 2025, is delivering exciting games, and we have another thrilling contest ahead. Sri Lanka Masters will face Australia Masters in the 6th match of the tournament. Sri Lanka Masters registered a convincing win in their previous game against South Africa Masters, with their batters leading the charge. On the other hand, Australia Masters had a tough start, suffering a loss against West Indies Masters.
Sri Lanka Masters have been impressive with the bat, with their top order performing consistently. The team will feel confident as they understand the conditions well. Australia Masters, however, have struggled with their bowling, especially in the spin department, which could be a challenge on this surface. The Australians will need a strong comeback to stay competitive in the tournament.
Match Details
| Match | Sri Lanka Masters vs Australia Masters |
|---|---|
| Date | February 3, 2025 |
| Venue | BCA Stadium, Vadodara |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Format | T20 |
Sri Lanka Masters Preview
Sri Lanka Masters put on a great performance in their previous match, securing a victory against South Africa Masters. The team needed that win after an opening-game defeat. The batting unit was in fine touch, successfully chasing down a big total with ease. However, the bowling attack has struggled in both matches, which is an area they need to improve against a strong Australian side.
Kumar Sangakkara and Upul Tharanga provided a solid start in the last game, and they will aim for another strong performance. The middle order, consisting of Asela Gunaratne, Chinthaka Jayasinghe, and Lahiru Thirimanne, played a key role in the win and will be crucial again. Chaturanga de Silva and Jeevan Mendis add depth to the batting lineup.
Bowling remains a concern, and the team will need better execution from Suranga Lakmal and Isuru Udana with the new ball. Dhammika Prasad and Chaturanga de Silva were economical in the last game and must continue their form. Seekkuge Prasanna and Mendis bring variety to the attack, which will be useful on this surface.
Sri Lanka Masters Predicted Playing XI
- Kumar Sangakkara (c & wk)
- Upul Tharanga
- Lahiru Thirimanne
- Asela Gunaratne
- Chaturanga de Silva
- Jeevan Mendis
- Isuru Udana
- Seekkuge Prasanna
- Chinthaka Jayasinghe
- Suranga Lakmal
- Dhammika Prasad
Australia Masters Preview
Australia Masters had a disappointing start to their campaign, losing to West Indies Masters by 7 wickets. Their bowling attack failed to defend a big total, which will be a concern heading into this game. The team will need a strong comeback to get their campaign on track.
Shane Watson was the standout performer, scoring a magnificent century. He will be key at the top alongside Ben Dunk. The middle order, featuring Callum Ferguson, Daniel Christian, and Nathan Reardon, had a poor outing, and they need to step up. Ben Cutting and Nathan Coulter-Nile provide firepower in the lower order.
The bowling unit struggled in the last game, and the Australians need better spells from James Pattinson and Ben Hilfenhaus with the new ball. Nathan Coulter-Nile and Daniel Christian must improve their economy in the middle overs. Xavier Doherty, Bryce McGain, and Nathan Reardon need to support the attack with tight spells.
Australia Masters Predicted Playing XI
- Shane Watson (c)
- Ben Dunk (wk)
- Daniel Christian
- Nathan Reardon
- Callum Ferguson
- Ben Cutting
- James Pattinson
- Xavier Doherty
- Nathan Coulter-Nile
- Ben Hilfenhaus
- Bryce McGain
Fantasy Team XI
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Kumar Sangakkara | WK-Batter |
| Shane Watson (C) | All-rounder |
| Upul Tharanga | Batter |
| Asela Gunaratne | All-rounder |
| Daniel Christian | All-rounder |
| Ben Cutting | All-rounder |
| Nathan Coulter-Nile | All-rounder |
| Chaturanga de Silva | Bowler |
| Suranga Lakmal | Bowler |
| James Pattinson | Bowler |
| Bryce McGain | Bowler |
Pitch Report & Conditions
BCA Stadium, Vadodara – Pitch Analysis
- The pitch is batting-friendly and offers good bounce, making stroke play easy.
- Fast bowlers will find it difficult to get movement, but variations can be effective.
- Spinners can get some turn as the game progresses.
Weather Conditions
- Temperature: 30-35°C
- Humidity: Moderate
- Wind: Light breeze from the west
- Rain: No chances of rain
Toss Prediction: Bowl First
- Teams chasing have won 3 out of the last 4 games.
- Dew could play a factor in the second innings, making bowling tougher.
Match Prediction
Australia Masters had a tough start to the tournament, with their bowling being a weak link. They have a strong pace attack but lack quality spinners, which could hurt them in these conditions. On the other hand, Sri Lanka Masters have momentum on their side after their last win. Their bowlers will enjoy these conditions, giving them an edge.
Prediction: Sri Lanka Masters to win
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