BAN vs SL Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing 11, Injury Updates & Pitch Report For 1st Test

The Sri Lanka tour of Bangladesh 2024 is currently poised at an intriguing phase as both the sides have claimed victories in each format.

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Updated - 22 Mar 2024, 08:47 IST

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The riveting multi-format series between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka is heading to the red-ball format after providing some enthralling limited-overs action over the past couple of weeks. The first Test of the two-match series will kick off on Friday, March 22, at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium in Sylhet. 

The Sri Lanka tour of Bangladesh 2024 is currently poised at an intriguing phase as both sides have claimed victories in each format. While the visitors won the T20I series 2-1, the home side emerged victorious in the ODI format 2-1.

Bangladesh have dealt with a huge blow as veteran cricketer Mushfiqur Rahim is ruled out of the series due to a thumb injury that he suffered during the last ODI encounter of the three-match series. Uncapped player Towhid Hridoy has replaced the wicketkeeper batter in the squad. Litton Das, who was dropped from the final ODI due to his poor form, has also been included in the squad.

Bangladesh suffered a major blow as veteran cricketer Mushfiqur Rahim is ruled out of the series with a thumb injury which he suffered during the final ODI. Uncapped player Towhid Hridoy has been announced as his replacement. Litton Das, who was dropped from the third ODI due to poor form, has also been included in the squad.

For Sri Lanka, their star all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga came out of retirement but has been suspended by the ICC from participating in the upcoming series. Meanwhile, they have added uncapped spinner Nishan Peiris and recalled Lahiru Kumara. 

Match Information

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, 1st Test

Sri Lanka tour of Bangladesh, 22 Mar 2024, Fri, 9:30 AM IST ,Sylhet International Cricket Stadium

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Weather Report

Sylhet International Cricket Stadium

Clear

23.1Ā°C

63% (Humidity)

Team Form (Last 5 matches)

Bangladesh

W
L
W
L
W

Sri Lanka

L
W
L
W
L

Players Stats in current Series

1

181 Runs

3Ā Matches

2

Janith Liyanage

SL - all

177 Runs

3Ā Matches

367 Runs

2Ā Matches

75 Runs

3Ā Matches

163 Runs

3Ā Matches

281 Runs

2Ā Matches

233.33

3Ā Matches

2

Rishad Hossain

BAN - bowl

266.67

1Ā Match

3

67.11

1Ā Match

4

Shoriful Islam

BAN - bowl

200.00

3Ā Matches

5

Taskin Ahmed

BAN - bowl

180.00

3Ā Matches

66.97

2Ā Matches

1

5 Wkts

1Ā Match

2

Taskin Ahmed

BAN - bowl

8 Wkts

3Ā Matches

3

Lahiru Kumara

SL - bowl

11 Wkts

2Ā Matches

4

Taskin Ahmed

BAN - bowl

4 Wkts

3Ā Matches

6 Wkts

3Ā Matches

6

10 Wkts

2Ā Matches

2.40

1Ā Match

4.30

3Ā Matches

3

Lahiru Kumara

SL - bowl

2.82

2Ā Matches

4

5.00

1Ā Match

4.33

1Ā Match

6

2.85

2Ā Matches

Probable Playing XI

Bangladesh

Liton Das (wk), Nazmul Hossain Shanto (C), Shoriful Islam, Taijul Islam, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Zakir Hasan, Mominul Haque, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Khaled Ahmed, Naeem Hasan, Shahadat Hossain

Bench : Anamul Haque Enam, Towhid Hridoy, Soumya Sarkar, Mahmudullah, N Sheikh, Mustafizur Rahman, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Taskin Ahmed, Jaker Ali, Al Islam, Mushfiqur Rahim, Tanzid Hasan, Nurul Hasan, Shadman Islam, Hasan Murad, Hasan Mahmud, Musfik Hasan, Nahid Rana

Sri Lanka

S Samarawickrama, K Mendis, PHKD Mendis, A Mathews, D de Silva (C), L Kumara, D Chandimal (wk), RTM Mendis, D Karunaratne, NGRP Jayasuriya, K Rajitha

Bench : C Asalanka, D Shanaka, A Fernando, W Hasaranga, D Madushanka, M Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, A Dananjaya, N Thushara, B Fernando, JF Vandersay, N Dickwella, K Perera, Pathum Nissanka, SSD Arachchige, J Liyanage, Dunith Wellalage, C Karunaratne, PM Liyanagamage, AM Fernando, KNM Fernando, LU Igalagamage, M Priyanath, MVT Fernando, Chamika Gunasekara, N Peiris

Injury and availability news

Bangladesh wicket-keeper batter Mushfiqur Rahim ruled out of the series due to a fractured thumb.

Pitch Report

The pitch at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium is not an ideal place for batters to hang out. Bowlers have the upper hand here, and spinners will enjoy their time more. As the game progresses, the surface becomes more difficult to bat on, so batting first is preferred. Moreover, the winning percentage of the team batting first is higher at this venue.

80%

Pace Bowling

20%

Spin Bowling

30%

Batting Pitch

240

Average Score

70%

Bowling Pitch

Player Picks

9
C

Kusal Mendis SL | WK

The wicketkeeper-batter holds impressive stats in the longer format of the game, scoring 4000 runs at an average of 36.35, including nine centuries and one double century. Notably, Mendis was also the leading run-scorer in the T20I series against Bangladesh.

8
C

Nazmul Hossain Shanto BAN | BAT

The Bangladesh skipper is one of the top contenders for the captaincy. He has been in great form and importantly, is the second highest run scorer in the ODI series with 163 runs including a century.

7
C

Taijul Islam BAN | BOWL

Taijul Islam is likely to trouble the batters with his left-arm spin deliveries. The 32-year-old has played 44 Test matches and has taken 192 wickets. Islam will have a good time in the middle as the pitch helps the spinners more.

8

Prabath Jayasuriya SL | BOWL

Jayasuriya has taken 67 wickets in 10 matches at an average of 26.18. The left-arm spinner is likely to shine in the spin conditions offered by the Sylhet Stadium.

8.5

Mehidy Hasan Miraz BAN | ALL

The spin all-rounder is one of the key players in the Bangladesh team across formats. His contributions in both departments can earn you good points on fantasy teams.

9

Mominul Haque BAN | BAT

M Haque has been impressive in recent times and is likely to continue his fine form in the upcoming series as well. The 32-year-old has scored 3883 runs in 59 Tests at an average of 38.07 including 12 centuries.

8.5

Angelo Mathews SL | ALL

The veteran all-rounder has been a key cog in Sri Lanka's Test team over the years. Mathews' contributions to both departments would make him a great addition to your fantasy team.

6.5

Ramesh Mendis SL | ALL

Ramesh Mendis can be effective in Sylhetā€™s spin-friendly pitch. The right-arm off-spinner has picked up 63 wickets from 14 matches. He can also chip in with some valuable runs.

8.5

Dhananjaya de Silva SL | ALL

The Lankan captain's contributions in both bowling and batting departments make him a valuable asset to the team. He has 34 wickets and over 3300 runs in 52 Test matches.

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8

Sadeera Samarawickrama

SL | WK

There is no doubt about Samarawickrama's abilities, but the star batter has struggled for runs in the recently concluded ODI series. Considering his poor form, picking him in the series opener is not a wise decision.

9

Liton Das

BAN | WK

The wicketkeeper was dropped from the final ODI due to poor form and has been included in the Test team. Das is not guaranteed to perform well in the Test series, so wait for the next match to include him in your squad.

Last Updated On - Mar 22 2024 8:47 AM

Players
11/11

Team 1

BAN

4 : 7

SL

Credits Left
12.5/100

Head To Head
Kusal Mendis
VC

9

Nazmul Hossain Shanto

8

Angelo Mathews

8.5

Dinesh Chandimal

7

Dimuth Karunaratne

9

Mehidy Hasan Miraz
C

8.5

Dhananjaya de Silva

8.5

Ramesh Mendis

6.5

Shoriful Islam

8

Taijul Islam

7

Lahiru Kumara

7.5

Players
11/11

Team 1

BAN

5 : 6

SL

Credits Left
13/100

Grand League
Kusal Mendis

9

Nazmul Hossain Shanto
C

8

Mominul Haque

9

Dinesh Chandimal

7

Mehidy Hasan Miraz
VC

8.5

Naeem Hasan

8

Dhananjaya de Silva

8.5

Ramesh Mendis

6.5

Taijul Islam

7

Lahiru Kumara

7.5

Prabath Jayasuriya

8

Players
11/11

Team 1

BAN

4 : 7

SL

Credits Left
13.5/100

Mega League
Kusal Mendis

9

Nazmul Hossain Shanto

8

Shahadat Hossain Dipu

7.5

Dinesh Chandimal
C

7

Dimuth Karunaratne

9

Mehidy Hasan Miraz

8.5

Dhananjaya de Silva

8.5

Ramesh Mendis

6.5

Taijul Islam
VC

7

Vishwa Fernando

7.5

Prabath Jayasuriya

8

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Players
11/11

Team 1

BAN

4 : 7

SL

Credits Left
13.5/100

CricTracker Special
Kusal Mendis

9

Nazmul Hossain Shanto

8

Shahadat Hossain Dipu

7.5

Dinesh Chandimal
C

7

Dimuth Karunaratne

9

Mehidy Hasan Miraz

8.5

Dhananjaya de Silva

8.5

Ramesh Mendis

6.5

Taijul Islam
VC

7

Vishwa Fernando

7.5

Prabath Jayasuriya

8

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