SL vs IND Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For 1st T20I

Shubman Gill and Suryakumar Yadav are top contenders for the highest run-scorer for India. For Sri Lanka, Pathum Nissanka and Charith Asalanka are expected to be significant contributors with the bat

ByĀ Pratyusha Bhawar

Updated - 27 Jul 2024, 18:46 IST

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Preview

The Men in Blue are all set to begin a new era in white-ball cricket as the side will be locking horns against Sri Lanka (SL) for the first game of the three matches of the T20 series slated to take place on July 27 at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy. Notably, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have retired from the format, while Suryakumar Yadav will be the new captain for India in a T20I series.

The forthcoming series also marks the beginning of the coaching era of Gautam Gambhir, who has taken over from legendary Rahul Dravid. The Men in Blue are the number one T20I team in the world, while Sri Lanka places itself in the eighth spot. Charith Asalanka will be leading a strong Sri Lankan unit that might threaten India (IND) in their own backyard.

The series opening game should be a cracking game, as there is a plethora of excitement regarding Gautam Gambhir's debut as Indian head coach while Suryakumar Yadav will lead the Indian side. Meanwhile, India has recently defeated Zimbabwe 4-1 under Shubman Gill's captaincy, whereas the Lankan Lions have not been in action since their exit from the T20 World Cup 2024 group stage.

Interestingly, all eyes will be on Hardik Pandya, who returns to action after being snubbed for the T20I captaincy.

Also Check: SL vs IND Match Prediction - Who will win today's match?

Match Information

Sri Lanka vs India, 1st T20I

India tour of Sri Lanka, 27 Jul 2024, Sat, 7:00 PM IST ,Pallekele International Cricket Stadium

Broadcast

Sony Sports

Live Stream

SonyLIV

Weather Report

Pallekele International Cricket Stadium

Rain

20.9Ā°C

99% (Humidity)

Team Form (Last 5 matches)

Sri Lanka

W
NR
L
L
W

India

W
W
W
W
L

Players Stats in current Series

1

Pathum Nissanka

SL - bat

137 Runs

3Ā Matches

2

Rohit Sharma

IND - bat

157 Runs

3Ā Matches

3

Kusal Perera

SL - wk

119 Runs

3Ā Matches

4

Avishka Fernando

SL - bat

137 Runs

3Ā Matches

5

Kusal Mendis

SL - wk

99 Runs

3Ā Matches

6

Dunith Wellalage

SL - all

108 Runs

3Ā Matches

1

Suryakumar Yadav

IND - bat

200.00

3Ā Matches

2

Rohit Sharma

IND - bat

141.44

3Ā Matches

3

Axar Patel

IND - all

200.00

2Ā Matches

4

Riyan Parag

IND - bat

115.38

1Ā Match

5

Chamindu Wickramasinghe

SL - all

200.00

1Ā Match

6

Dunith Wellalage

SL - all

104.85

3Ā Matches

1

Ravi Bishnoi

IND - bowl

6 Wkts

3Ā Matches

2

Jeffrey Vandersay

SL - bowl

8 Wkts

2Ā Matches

3

Matheesha Pathirana

SL - bowl

5 Wkts

3Ā Matches

4

Dunith Wellalage

SL - all

7 Wkts

3Ā Matches

5

Washington Sundar

IND - all

4 Wkts

1Ā Match

6

Charith Asalanka

SL - bat

6 Wkts

3Ā Matches

1

Rinku Singh

IND - bat

3.00

3Ā Matches

2

Charith Asalanka

SL - bat

2.86

3Ā Matches

3

Chamindu Wickramasinghe

SL - all

4.25

1Ā Match

4

Kuldeep Yadav

IND - bowl

3.40

3Ā Matches

5

Suryakumar Yadav

IND - bat

5.00

3Ā Matches

6

Shivam Dubey

IND - all

3.80

3Ā Matches

Probable Playing XI

Sri Lanka

Pathum Nissanka, K Mendis (wk), K Perera, PHKD Mendis, C Asalanka (C), W Hasaranga, D Shanaka, M Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, AM Fernando, D Madushanka

Bench : S Samarawickrama, B Rajapaksa, J Liyanage, A Mathews, D de Silva, Dunith Wellalage, D Chameera, N Thushara, A Fernando, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, D Chandimal, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, B Fernando

India

Shubman Gill (VC), Yashasvi Jaiswal, SA Yadav (C), Rishabh Pant (wk), R Parag, HH Pandya, RK Singh, Axar Patel, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh, Mohammed Siraj

Bench : SV Samson, S Dubey, Washington Sundar, KK Ahmed

Injury and availability news

The hosts have three worries as Nuwan Thushara and Dushmantha Chameera are injured and replaced by Asitha Fernando and Dilshan Madushanka. Binura Fernando was hospitalised on the eve of the game due to a chest infection and won't be available for the first match.

Pitch Report

As far as the recent Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2024 matches in Pallekele are anything to go by, fans should expect a high-scoring affair from the opening India vs Sri Lanka T20I. The venue hosted the first five matches of the tournament, including three night games. As far as the nature of the pitch is concerned, there should be help for pacers.

75%

Pace Bowling

25%

Spin Bowling

65%

Batting Pitch

180

Average Score

35%

Bowling Pitch

Player Picks

8.5
C

Shubman Gill IND | BAT

Gill has been in excellent form and will be a crucial player at the top of the order for India. His ability to score quickly and anchor the innings makes him a key wicket for Sri Lanka.

9
C

Wanindu Hasaranga SL | ALL

Hasaranga, with his leg-spin, will be vital in breaking partnerships and controlling the middle overs. His battle against Gill will be crucial as he aims to disrupt Indiaā€™s batting flow and pick up key wickets.

8.5
C

Maheesh Theekshana SL | BOWL

Theekshanaā€™s mystery spin will be a challenge for Pant. This battle will be pivotal in the middle overs, as Theekshana aims to contain runs and pick crucial wickets.

9

Hardik Pandya IND | ALL

As a dynamic all-rounder, Pandya can change the course of the game with his powerful hitting and crucial middle-overs bowling. He will be instrumental for India in both innings.

9

Rishabh Pant IND | WK

Pantā€™s aggressive batting style can turn the game around quickly. He will be essential in the middle order to maintain a high run rate.

8.5

Pathum Nissanka SL | BAT

Nissankaā€™s role at the top of the order is to provide a solid start for Sri Lanka. His consistency will be crucial for building a strong platform.

8.5

Mohammed Siraj IND | BOWL

Sirajā€™s pace and ability to swing the ball early will be critical. His duel with Nissanka could set the tone for the match, as early wickets will put Sri Lanka on the back foot.

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8

Janith Liyanage

SL | ALL

8

Dasun Shanaka

SL | ALL

Must Pick for Fantasy

Yashasvi Jaiswal 

Given his aggressive batting style and knack for pressure management, Jaiswal is showing great promise. His recent performances have shown his ability to score heavy runs, which makes him an invaluable player at the top of India's order. The left-handed batter's temperament and skill will be put to the test against Sri Lankan bowlers.

Arshdeep Singh

With his left-arm pace and dual-directional swing, Singh has been an incredible talent. The 25-year-old cricketer's notable performances in the death overs have shown his ability to perform under pressure. The result of the match will be determined by his fight with the top order of Sri Lanka.

Charith Asalanka

Charith Asalanka, who succeeded Wanindu Hasaranga's place as skipper, was picked by Sri Lanka as an intelligent attempt to rekindle the team following a dismal T20 World Cup performance. It is anticipated that Asalanka's past leadership experience and abilities for handling pressure will enhance the dynamics within the team.

Matheesha Pathirana

The 21-year-old young bowler can deliver slower balls and yorkers with accuracy. The CSK star will be striving to prove himself as an emerging player on the international stage by grabbing crucial wickets against a strong Indian batting line.

 

 

Last Updated On - Jul 27 2024 6:46 PM

Players
11/11

Team 1

SL

4 : 7

IND

Credits Left
6/100

Head To Head
Kusal Mendis

9

Rishabh Pant

9

Pathum Nissanka
C

8.5

Charith Asalanka

8

Shubman Gill

8.5

Yashasvi Jaiswal

7.5

Hardik Pandya
VC

9

Axar Patel

9

Matheesha Pathirana

8.5

Arshdeep Singh

8.5

Mohammed Siraj

8.5

Players
11/11

Team 1

SL

4 : 7

IND

Credits Left
5.5/100

Grand League
Kusal Mendis

9

Pathum Nissanka

8.5

Shubman Gill
C

8.5

Yashasvi Jaiswal

7.5

Rinku Singh

8.5

Wanindu Hasaranga
VC

9

Hardik Pandya

9

Axar Patel

9

Matheesha Pathirana

8.5

Arshdeep Singh

8.5

Mohammed Siraj

8.5

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