India vs Sri Lanka, 1st ODI Match Prediction – Who will win today's match between IND vs SL?

After a blockbuster T20I series, the focus now shifts to the One Day Internationals as India (IND) and Sri Lanka (SL) lock horns in the first game at the Barsapra Cricket Stadium in Guwahati on January 10. The hosts would be oozing with confidence, having registered a 2-1 victory in the T20Is and would be eager to replicate the performances in the 50-over format.

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However, the Indian team would also be aware of the fact that they are heading into this particular series on the back of two consecutive ODI series defeats in the last two months. While they lost 0-1 in New Zealand in November, they were handed a 1-2 loss by Bangladesh away from home. Therefore, they must pull up their socks as the World Cup preparations get underway.

Sri Lanka, on the other hand, would be eyeing redemption after going down in the T20I series and will be leaving no stone unturned to make a comeback in the ODIs. The Lankans would be hoping to showcase a better performance after their home series against Afghanistan in November, which ended at 1-1.

Match Details

Venue: Barsapra Cricket Stadium, Guwahati

Date & Time: 1:30 PM IST

Telecast & Live Streaming: Star Sports Network and Disney+ Hotstar app

Pitch Report

The wicket at the Barsapra Cricket Stadium is a balanced one. Even though a high-scoring contest can be expected, the surface could slow down as the innings progresses. Therefore, the captain winning the toss could bat first. 

Probable Playing XIs for IND vs SL

India:

Rohit Sharma (c), Ishan Kishan, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar,Yuzvendra Chahal, Mohammed Siraj, Mohammed Shami

Sri Lanka:

Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Avishka Fernando, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dasun Shanaka (c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Chamika Karunaratne, Maheesh Theekshana, Dilshan Madushanka, Lahiru Kumara

India (IND) vs Sri Lanka (SL) Head-to-Head

Overall - 162 | India - 93 | Sri Lanka - 57 | Tied - 1 | N/R - 11

In India

Overall - 51 | India - 36 | Sri Lanka - 12 | Tied - 0 | N/R - 3

Probable best batter: Virat Kohli

While Ishan Kishan registered the fastest-ever ODI double century in India’s previous ODI outing against Bangladesh, Virat Kohli roared back to form with a 91-ball 113 in the same match and went on to register his 44^th ODI century. The batting megastar would be pumped up to maintain the same consistency level in the Sri Lanka series.

Probable best bowler: Yuzvendra Chahal

The last few months have been tough for Yuzvendra Chahal and he would now be hoping to make a strong comeback. The wrist-spinner would be looking forward to extracting turn from the Guwahati surface and the make the ball do the talking. Chahal's main aim would to be the frontline spinner for India in this year's World Cup.

Today’s Match Prediction: India to win

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Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.

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