Match Preveiw
The crisis hit Lanka would be hosting Pakistan for 2 match test series. Sri Lanka would be playing the pakistan team after pulling an amazing victory against the aussies. The Dimuth Karunatne led side would be looking to continue the victory run this time too.
Match Details
Match: Sri lanka vs Pakistan
Venue: Galle International Stadium, Galle
Match Format: 1st Test
Date & Time: 16th July, 10:00 am IST
Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network
SL vs PK 1st TEST PITCH REPORT:
The pitch in Sri Lanka is Dry in nature. The spin bowling options are gonna love the track as the pitch will grip off the surface. Later as the battter settles, the batter can play their shots at ease. The first inning score at the middle is 399 and second is 425
SL vs PK TEAM NEWS & INJURY UPDATES:
No official updates by both the team managment.
PAKISTAN COMPLETE SQUAD:
Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Rizwan (vc, wk), Abdullah Shafique, Azhar Ali, Faheem Ashraf, Fawad Alam, Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali, Imam-ul-Haq, Mohammad Nawaz, Naseem Shah, Nauman Ali, Salman Ali Agha, Sarfaraz Ahmed (wicketkeeper), Saud Shakeel, Shaheen Afridi, Shan Masood and Yasir Shah.
SRI LANKA COMPLETE SQUAD:
Dimuth Karunaratne (c), Pathum Nissanka, Oshada Fernando, Angelo Mathews, Kusal Mendis, Dhananjaya de Silva, Kamindu Mendis, Niroshan Dickwella, Dinesh Chandimal, Ramesh Mendis, Maheesh Theekshana, Kasun Rajitha, Vishwa Fernando, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka, Prabath Jayasuriya, Dunith Wellalage, Jeffrey Vandersay
PROBABLE 11 FOR SL vs PK DREAM 11 MATCH:
PAKISTAN:
Imam Ul Haq, Shan Masood, Azhar Ali, Babar Azam (c), Fawad Alam, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Faheem Ashraf, Yasir Shah, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Hasan Ali, Nauman Ali
SRI LANKA:
Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne (c), Kusal Mendis, Angelo Mathews, Dinesh Chandimal, Dhananjaya de Silva, Niroshan Dickwella (wk), Ramesh Mendis, Maheesh Theekshana/Jeffrey Vandersay, Prabath Jayasuriya, Kasun Rajitha
TOP PICKS FOR SL vs PK DREAM11 MATCH:
SRI LANKA
Maheesh Theekshana
The newly added spinner has been in treamandous form for the last match. The Spinner is expected to continue his form for the coming test
Dhananjaya de Silva
The batter has always been on top with his exceptional perfomance. It’s next to impossible not to talk about him while talking about Sri Lanka. The all rounder is set to again fullfil the purpose that he’s been selected for.
Prabath Jayasuriya
The Lankan lion that came to the national side after his long wait has been proven to be amazing. Considering the pitch he is expected to be the top pick for the team.
PAKISTAN
Mohammad Rizwan
The batter can score runs on any pitch given to him. He is known for his top-notch performance. The player has 1112 runs scored in just 22 matches played.
Babar Azam
The pakistani batter is top performer in his team across all formats of the game. The batter is only 149 runs away from becoming few batter to score 3000 test runs.
Shaheen Afridi
The pace bowler in this lineup has always been lethal with his pace. The pace attack bowler is expected to be in his top notch form and give alot of damage to Lankan batting Line-up.
PLAYERS TO AVOID
SRI LANKA
Jeffrey Vandersay
The Lankan player has not been in great form for some time now. In addition, The player also has not had any achievements to be in your team.
PAKISTAN
Nauman Ali
This Bowler from the land of Pakistan is known by very few. Furthermore, The player is not known for anything yet. Taking him can cost you a win in this match.
OUR PLAYING XI NO.1 FOR SL vs PK DREAM11 FANTASY CRICKET:
SL vs PK: Kusal Mendis, Mohammad Rizwan (vc), Fawad Alam, Angelo Mathews, Azhar Ali, Dimuth Karunaratne, Imam-ul-Haq, Ramesh Mendis, Yasir Shah, Prabath Jayasuriya (c), S Afridi
OUR PLAYING XI NO.2 FOR SL vs PK DREAM11 FANTASY CRICKET:
SL vs PK: D Chandimal, M Rizwan, A Mathews (vc), D Karunaratne, B Azam (c), I Haq, D de Silva, F Ashraf, Y Shah, P Jayasuriya, S Afridi
Probable Winner
Although The Pakistani’s have better chance and a team compared to the hosts. However, The home team has an advantage, hence The favorites to win here is Sri Lanka.
