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

Sri Lanka just defeated Ireland 2-0 at home in April; Pakistan, on the other hand, had a most recent home series against New Zealand that ended in a 0-0 draw.

By CricTracker Staff

Updated - 15 Jul 2023, 14:56 IST

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Preview

The Galle International Stadium will host the opening test match between Sri Lanka and Pakistan. Asitha Fernando is recovering from dengue sickness, thus the young left-arm bowler Dilshan Madushanka has been added to the squad. The youngster will likely play his first Test against Pakistan. For both teams, this game will serve as the first Test of the next WTC Cycle (2023–25). Pakistan is returning to Sri Lanka after their memorable series that was held one year ago, where they won the opening test of their tour. Additionally, the score was the highest ever registered in Galle. Sri Lanka just defeated Ireland 2-0 at home in April; Pakistan, on the other hand, had a most recent home series against New Zealand that ended in a 0-0 draw.

Karunaratne will serve as the team's captain and opener if he is available, with Nishan Madushka likely beating Pathum Nissanka to the position. Nawaz is a candidate because Pakistan is likely to select the additional spin all-rounder at the expense of a seamer. Dilshan Madushanka, a left-arm fast bowler, is expected to make his Test debut, and Sri Lanka has an abundance of spin options. Five Test matches between Pakistan and Sri Lanka have been played since 2017, with two victories for each team and one tie. There is a mix of experience on both sides, with the Galle track naturally favouring the seasoned spinners. As a result, it will be thrilling to watch this contest.

 

Match Information

Sri Lanka vs Pakistan, 1st Test

Pakistan tour of Sri Lanka, 16 Jul 2023, Sun, 10:00 AM IST ,Galle International Stadium

Broadcast

Sony Pictures Sports Network

Live Stream

FanCode and SonyLIV

Weather Report

Galle International Stadium

Rain

26.7°C

86% (Humidity)

Team Form (Last 5 matches)

Sri Lanka

W
W
W
W
W

Pakistan

T
L
W
W
W

Players Stats in current Series

1

Saud Shakeel

PAK - bat

295 Runs

2 Matches

2

Shan Masood

PAK - bat

83 Runs

1 Match

271 Runs

2 Matches

4

Babar Azam

PAK - bat

79 Runs

1 Match

228 Runs

2 Matches

6

Saud Shakeel

PAK - bat

61 Runs

1 Match

1

Agha Salman

PAK - bat

200.00

1 Match

2

Shan Masood

PAK - bat

110.23

2 Matches

3

Shan Masood

PAK - bat

123.88

1 Match

4

Abrar Ahmed

PAK - bowl

83.33

2 Matches

5

Agha Salman

PAK - bat

82.46

2 Matches

80.00

1 Match

1

Shaheen Afridi

PAK - bowl

4 Wkts

1 Match

2

Abrar Ahmed

PAK - bowl

10 Wkts

2 Matches

3

Noman Ali

PAK - bowl

10 Wkts

2 Matches

4

Hasan Ali

PAK - bowl

3 Wkts

1 Match

5

Naseem Shah

PAK - bowl

9 Wkts

2 Matches

6

Agha Salman

PAK - bat

2 Wkts

1 Match

1

Hasan Ali

PAK - bowl

2.43

1 Match

2

Abrar Ahmed

PAK - bowl

2.77

2 Matches

3

Shaheen Afridi

PAK - bowl

2.44

1 Match

4

Noman Ali

PAK - bowl

3.13

2 Matches

5

Agha Salman

PAK - bat

2.63

1 Match

6

Naseem Shah

PAK - bowl

3.15

2 Matches

Probable Playing XI

Sri Lanka

AM Fernando, D de Silva, RTM Mendis, K Mendis, MVT Fernando, D Chandimal, KNM Fernando, S Samarawickrama (wk), D Karunaratne (C), A Mathews, NGRP Jayasuriya

Bench : PHKD Mendis, MADI Hemantha, L Embuldeniya, M Priyanath

Pakistan

Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Babar Azam (C), Abdullah Shafique, IU Haq, Shan Masood, Mohammad Nawaz, Aamer Jamal, Nauman Ali, Hasan Ali, Naseem Shah, S Afridi

Bench : S Ahmed, Mohammad Huraira, Agha Salman, Abrar Ahmed, Saud Shakeel

Injury and availability news

Asitha Fernando is recovering from dengue sickness, thus the young left-arm bowler Dilshan Madushanka has been added to the squad.

Pitch Report

The Galle International Stadium's playing surface is renowned for being spin-friendly. However, the first innings total was always over 350 runs on average. As usual, spinners will be crucial in the fourth innings. The team that wins the toss will decide to bat first in order to use spin later in the game, given how the surface behaves.

30%

Pace Bowling

70%

Spin Bowling

60%

Batting Pitch

367

Average Score

40%

Bowling Pitch

Player Picks

8.5
C

Shaheen Afridi PAK | BOWL

This left-arm pacer has accumulated 12 wickets in his last five outings and holds impressive stats in Test cricket. He has taken 99 wickets in his 25 test matches. Against Sri Lanka, he has taken 12 wickets in three games.

7
C

Ramesh Mendis SL | ALL

In his 12 Test matches, this offspinner has amassed an enormous total of 57 wickets. Additionally, he can bat, as seen by his test-average of 18. He has taken 11 wickets in his last five matches, and the surface is favourable for his bowling.

8
C

Prabath Jayasuriya SL | BOWL

His remarkable consistency has earned him 50 wickets in just seven Test matches. He can dismantle the opponent singlehandedly and help you gain more fantasy points.

9

Babar Azam PAK | BAT

In Test cricket, he averages 48 in his 47 games and scored 79 in the practice game. Against Sri Lanka, he averages 63, which is the second-highest average against any full member nation.

9

Dimuth Karunaratne SL | BAT

One of the best test batters of the modern era averaged 50 in tests played in the previous five years. Your ability to gain crucial fantasy points will be aided by his consistency in playing long innings. Against the West Indies, he recently scored 83 runs.

9

Shan Masood PAK | BAT

His overall average is 28, which is quite decent; however, his batting average against Sri Lanka is 42, his second-highest average score of any full member nation in test cricket. This is the reason to add him to this section.

9

Naseem Shah PAK | BOWL

He has played 15 Tests and has collected 42 wickets at a decent economy rate of 3.69. His swinging pace with the new ball plays a vital role. In four games, he has taken 14 wickets against Sri Lanka.

8.5

Dhananjaya de Silva SL | ALL

He is a high-quality all-rounder who is a reliable player in crisis situations with the bat as well as with the ball. His Test average is 48, and he has taken 34 wickets at an economy rate of 3.3 in his 73 innings.

9

Hasan Ali PAK | BOWL

His recent form is a concern; however, the surface assists the bowlers a lot. His variations might help Pakistan pick up a few wickets on this slow surface. Importantly, he has taken 78 wickets in his 22 Test matches.

Avoid Having These Players In Your Fantasy Sports Team

7

Abdullah Shafique

PAK | BAT

Considering his recent form, it's safe to drop him from your fantasy team, as he has scored just 74 runs in his last five innings.

9

Mohammad Rizwan

PAK | WK

After four test matches, he has a low average of 28 against Sri Lanka. Therefore, it is safe to consider other choices.

Last Updated On - Jul 15 2023 2:56 PM

Players
11/11

Team 1

SL

5 : 6

PAK

Credits Left
6.5/100

Grand League
Kusal Mendis

8.5

Babar Azam

9

Imam ul Haq

8.5

Dimuth Karunaratne

9

Mohammad Nawaz

8.5

Dhananjaya de Silva

8.5

Ramesh Mendis
VC

7

Hasan Ali

9

Naseem Shah

9

Shaheen Afridi

8.5

Prabath Jayasuriya
C

8

Players
11/11

Team 1

SL

5 : 6

PAK

Credits Left
4.5/100

CricTracker Special
Kusal Mendis
C

8.5

Babar Azam

9

Shan Masood

9

Dinesh Chandimal

8.5

Angelo Mathews

9

Mohammad Nawaz
VC

8.5

Dhananjaya de Silva

8.5

Hasan Ali

9

Naseem Shah

9

Shaheen Afridi

8.5

Prabath Jayasuriya

8

Players
10/11

Team 1

SL

5 : 6

PAK

Credits Left
13/100

Mega League
Mohammad Rizwan

9

Shan Masood
VC

9

Dinesh Chandimal

8.5

Angelo Mathews

9

Mohammad Nawaz

8.5

Dhananjaya de Silva

8.5

Hasan Ali

9

Naseem Shah

9

Shaheen Afridi
C

8.5

Prabath Jayasuriya

8

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Players
10/11

Team 1

SL

5 : 6

PAK

Credits Left
13/100

Head To Head
Mohammad Rizwan

9

Shan Masood
VC

9

Dinesh Chandimal

8.5

Angelo Mathews

9

Mohammad Nawaz

8.5

Dhananjaya de Silva

8.5

Hasan Ali

9

Naseem Shah

9

Shaheen Afridi
C

8.5

Prabath Jayasuriya

8

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