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The much-anticipated India-Sri Lanka T20I series kicks off on July 27 at Pallekele. India, under the leadership of Suryakumar Yadav, will look to maintain their dominance in the shortest format of the game. Sri Lanka, despite missing key players, will be eager to put up a strong fight on home soil.
Sri Lanka Preview
Sri Lanka are in a rebuilding phase following a disappointing T20 World Cup campaign. Charith Asalanka takes over the captaincy and will be looking to lead from the front. The batting lineup, featuring Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka, and Dinesh Chandimal, has the potential to be dangerous. The bowling attack, led by Wanindu Hasaranga and Matheesha Pathirana, will need to be at their best to contain the Indian batters.
Sri Lanka Predicted Playing XI:
- Charith Asalanka (C)
- Patthum Nissanka
- Kusal Perera
- Dinesh Chandimal/Avishka Fernando
- Kusal Mendis (wk)
- Kamindu Mendis
- Dasun Shanaka
- Wanindu Hasaranga
- Dilshan Madushanka/ Asitha Fernando
- Maheesh Theekshana
- Matheesha Pathirana
India Preview
India, the reigning T20 World Champions, will be looking to maintain their dominance in the shortest format of the game. The batting lineup, led by Suryakumar Yadav, Shubman Gill, and Yashasvi Jaiswal, is formidable. The bowling attack, featuring Mohammad Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, and Ravi Bishnoi, offers a good mix of experience and youth.
India Predicted Playing XI:
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Shubman Gill
- Suryakumar Yadav (C)
- Rishabh Pant
- Rinku Singh
- Shivam Dube/Riya Parag
- Hardik Pandya
- Axar Patel
- Ravi Bishnoi
- Mohammad Siraj
- Arshdeep Singh
Pitch and Weather Conditions:
- The Pallekele pitch is expected to be slow and spin-friendly, offering assistance to spinners.
- The weather forecast predicts cloudy conditions with a chance of 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 this series, given their superior squad and recent form. However, Sri Lanka have the potential to cause an upset on home soil.
Winner: India Will Win
Expect a closely fought contest with India emerging as favorites.
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