Sri Lanka vs Australia 3rd ODI Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between Sri Lanka and Australia?

With the series levelled at 1-1, Sri Lanka are set to host Australia in the third ODI at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo in a mouth-watering clash. The visitors ended up 26 runs short in the previous game despite chasing a low total and they would be looking to address a few of the issues in their batting line-up. Josh Hazlewood bowled just seven overs in the previous game, and Australia will be looking to use his full quota in the upcoming fixture.

On the other hand, the hosts managed to turn around their fortunes after a dismal performance in the first ODI. The likes of Chamika Karunaratne and Dushmantha Chameera bowled splendid spells and ensured that the fight was on despite posting a low total. The spirited side will be looking to continue the momentum for the remaining games in the series.

Match Details

Venue: R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.

Date and Time: 19th June 2022, 2:30 pm IST

Telecast & Live Streaming: Sony Six and Sony LIV app

Pitch Report

The Premadasa Stadium in Colombo is not a high-scoring venue and the bowlers will enjoy the conditions more than the batters. The average first innings score here is 236. With the lights on in the evening, the second bowling side will be looking to take advantage of the swing and hence, the skipper that wins the toss will be looking to bat first.

Probable Playing XIs for Sri Lanka vs Australia

Sri Lanka

Pathum Nissanka, Danushka Gunathilaka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dasun Shanaka (c), Chamika Karunaratne, Jeffrey Vandersay/Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana,

Australia

Aaron Finch (c), David Warner, Glenn Maxwell, Steve Smith, Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Alex Carey (wk), Pat Cummins, Mitchell Swepson, Matthew Kuhnemann, Josh Hazlewood

Probable Top Performers

Probable best batter of the match

David Warner 

David Warner has been in terrific touch of late and he will fancy making a big score in the upcoming fixture. The left-hander got a good start in the previous game, scoring 37 runs. However, he could not make go on to score a half-century. He has been key to the success of Australia at the top of the order.

Probable best bowler of the match

Pat Cummins

Pat Cummins showed why he is one of the best in the business as he ran through the Sri Lanka middle-order in the previous game. The right-arm seamer finished with figures of 4 for 35 in his 8.4 overs and helped his side to restrict the opponents to a paltry score. He will be looking to lead the seam attack for his side again in the upcoming fixture.

Today’s Match Prediction: Australia 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.