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The second ODI of the three-match series between India and Sri Lanka takes place at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. The first match ended in a thrilling tie, setting the stage for an exciting encounter.
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Sri Lanka will be brimming with confidence after their impressive performance in the first ODI. Their batting lineup, led by Pathum Nissanka and Dunith Welalage, showed resilience. The bowling attack, spearheaded by Wanindu Hasaranga and Akila Dananjaya, was instrumental in restricting India to a competitive total.
Sri Lanka Predicted Playing XI:
- Pathum Nissanka
- Avishka Fernando
- Kusal Mendis (wk)
- Sadeera Samarawickrama
- Charith Asalanka (c)
- Janith Liyanage
- Wanindu Hasaranga
- Dunith Wellalage
- Akila Dananjaya
- Asitha Fernando
- Mohamed Shiraz
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India will be looking to bounce back from the disappointment of the tied first ODI. Their batting lineup, led by Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, is formidable. The bowling attack, featuring Kuldeep Yadav and Mohammed Siraj, will be crucial in restricting the Sri Lankan batting lineup.
India Predicted Playing XI:
- Rohit Sharma (c)
- Shubman Gill
- Virat Kohli
- Shreyas Iyer
- KL Rahul (wk)
- Shivam Dube
- Washington Sundar
- Axar Patel
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Arshdeep Singh
- Mohammed Siraj
Pitch and Weather Conditions:
- The R. Premadasa Stadium pitch is expected to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball.
- 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 slight favorites going into this match, given their strong batting lineup. However, Sri Lanka have shown their fighting spirit in the first ODI.
Winner: India Will Win
Expect a closely fought contest with either team capable of emerging victorious.
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