India vs Sri Lanka, 3rd ODI Match Prediction – Who will win today's match between IND vs SL?

The final ODI contest of the three-match series will see Sri Lanka (SL) playing for pride after India (IND) took an unassailable 2-0 lead in the second ODI in Kolkata. The third and final 50-over match between the two Asian heavyweights will be played at the Greenfield International Stadium in Kerala.

Check Here: India (IND) vs Sri Lanka (SL) Live Score

After relishing back-to-back wins, team India has the momentum leading into the final ODI and will be on the lookout for a series whitewash. However, the Lankan Lions would aim to put up a tough fight and possibly win the contest before heading back home. 

Match Details

Venue: Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram

Date & Time: January 15, 1:30 PM IST

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

Pitch Report

The surface at the Greenfield International Stadium has an inclination for the bowlers, however, with the boundaries not too huge, batters could take this to their advantage. In the first couple of overs, pacers will be able to swing the ball followed by the spinners taking control as the surface gets slow later. Skipper winning the toss may elect to field first.

Probable Playing XIs for IND vs SL

India:

Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Mohammed Shami, Kuldeep Yadav, Umran Malik, Mohammed Siraj

Sri Lanka:

Nuwanidu Fernando, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (wk), Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dasun Shanaka (c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Chamika Karunaratne, Dunith Wellalage, Lahiru Kumara, Kasun Rajitha

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

Overall - 164 | India - 95 | Sri Lanka - 57 | Tied - 1 | N/R - 11

In India (IND)

Overall - 53 | India - 38 | Sri Lanka - 12 | Tied - 0 | N/R - 3

Probable Best Performers from IND vs SL

Probable best batter: Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma had a terrific outing in the first contest between the two sides as he scored 83 runs from 67 balls. However, in the second ODI, the batter was dismissed in the initial couple of overs with a score of 17 runs. He will certainly be on the lookout to build a solid foundation as he opens the batting line-up and will aim for the big scores.

Probable best bowler: Kasun Rajitha

In the two ODIs, the pacer has racked up four wickets and has the potential to deck the rival batting line-up. Furthermore, he will want to restrict the Indian side from targeting him and could also get the big sharks off the pitch quick.

Today’s Match Prediction: India to win the match

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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.