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

SL vs PAK Match Preview:

Sri Lanka (SL) will face the challenge of Pakistan (PAK) in the first fixture of the bilateral Test series at Galle. Sri Lanka are coming into this game with a fighting comeback to level the series 1-1 against the Australian team. The key players of the team will be Dinesh Chandimal and Angelo Mathews. They are expected to include Dhananjaya de Silva in the XI.

On the other hand, Pakistan also faced Australia in their last red-ball outing, but lost the three-match series 1-0. The likes of Yasir Shah and Babar Azam will look to be the key contributors.

SL vs PAK Match Details:

 Sri Lanka vs Pakistan, 1st Test

Venue: Galle International Stadium, Galle

Date & Time: 16th July-20th July at 10:00 AM IST and Local Time

Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network and Sony LIV

SL vs PAK, 1st Test Pitch Report:

The pitch at this venue has lent support to the spinners throughout the duration of a Test match. However, the surface might be different with both the Asian teams playing the fixture. However, the underlying assistance will offer spinners a grip, and a total of around 300 will be tough for both teams.

Injury News:

(will be added if there is any update)

SL vs PAK, 1st Test Probable Playing XIs:

Sri Lanka:

Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne (c), Kusal Mendis, Angelo Mathews, Dinesh Chandimal, Kamindu Mendis, Niroshan Dickwella (wk), Ramesh Mendis, Maheesh Theekshana, Prabath Jayasuriya, Kasun Rajitha, Oshada Fernando

Pakistan:

Imam Ul Haq, Shan Masood, Azhar Ali, Babar Azam (c), Fawad Alam, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Faheem Ashraf, Yasir Shah, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Hasan Ali, Nauman Ali

Top Picks for SL vs PAK, 1st Test Dream11 Match:

Top Picks- Batters

Babar Azam:

One of the finest batters to grace the field, Babar Azam scored 390 runs in three innings at an average of 78 in his last series against Australia.

Angelo Mathews:

In two innings against Australia, Mathews garnered 91 runs at an average of 45.50. Earlier in this year, he hit 199 against Bangladesh.

Top Picks- All-Rounders

Dhananjaya de Silva:

Silva is expected to be fit and make a comeback in the team. He has the innate ability to contribute in both departments, especially with the bat due to his composure.

Top Picks- Bowlers

Yasir Shah:

The quality spinner has been recalled into the squad due to his match-winning performance on the last Tour to Sri Lanka. He had picked up 24 wickets in three matches.

Prabath Jayasuriya:

In the last Test series, he made his debut and registered the best-ever figures of 12/177 for Sri Lanka against Australia.

Top Picks- Wicketkeeper

Dinesh Chandimal:

The experienced campaigner hit a double century in his latest Test outing against Australia, and will be confident of his abilities.

SL vs PAK Must Picks Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for SL vs PAK Dream11 Team for Fantasy Cricket:

Mohammad Rizwan, Dinesh Chandimal (c), Imam Ul Haq, Dimuth Karunaratne, Babar Azam (vc), Angelo Mathews, Faheem Ashraf, Dhananjaya de Silva, Yasir Shah, Shaheen Afridi, Prabath Jayasuriya

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for SL vs PAK Dream11 Team for Fantasy Cricket:

Kusal Mendis, Dinesh Chandimal, Azhar Ali, Dimuth Karunaratne, Babar Azam, Angelo Mathews, Faheem Ashraf, Dhananjaya de Silva (c), Yasir Shah (vc), Shaheen Afridi, Prabath Jayasuriya

SL vs PAK Risky Captaincy Choices:

Faheem Ashraf:

Although Ashraf is a quality all-rounder, he lacks the consistency to contribute to the team and should not be your best bet.

Dimuth Karunaratne:

Sri Lanka’s skipper has not been able to convert his starts into a big innings, and should not be risked as a captain at least in this fixture.

Players you should avoid:

Pathum Nissanka:

The red-ball form of Nissanka has been ordinary and doesn’t demand special attention.

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