Hello Cricket Fans! 👋
Hope you all are doing great! 🙌 If you’re looking for an in-depth analysis of the 3rd ODI between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, you’re at the right place! In this blog, we’ll cover everything you need to build the best Dream11 fantasy team — from pitch reports, probable playing XI, key players, to match predictions and much more! 🧠✨
But before we dive into the details of the upcoming match, let’s quickly go over what happened in the 2nd ODI, as it will help you make smarter choices in your fantasy team! 💡
🏟️ What Happened in the 2nd ODI?
In a thrilling battle at Colombo on July 5, Bangladesh made a strong comeback to level the series 1–1 by defeating Sri Lanka by 16 runs. After winning the toss and opting to bat, Bangladesh posted a solid 248 runs on the board, thanks to half-centuries from Parvez Hossain Emon (67) and Towhid Hridoy (51).
In response, Sri Lanka showed flashes of brilliance — Janith Liyanage scored 78 and Kusal Mendis smashed 56 off 31 balls — but it wasn’t enough. The hero of the match was Tanvir Islam, who took a stunning 5/39, earning the Player of the Match award! 💥 Despite efforts from Asitha Fernando (4/35) and Hasaranga (3/60), Sri Lanka fell short and were all out for 232.
🏟️ Pitch Report: Pallekele International Stadium, Kandy
The final ODI will be played at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, and it’s known for being a batting-friendly surface. The average score here in the last 5 ODIs is 271 runs. However, the real twist lies in the bowling stats:
- Total wickets in last 5 matches: 76
- Spinners: 44 wickets
- Pacers: 32 wickets
✅ Key Insight: This pitch favors spinners, especially as the match progresses. So when building your fantasy team, consider more spinning all-rounders and bowlers. Making them your C/VC choices could give you an edge! 🧠
✅ Probable Playing XI
Sri Lanka
- Niroshan Madhushka (Bat) / Avishka Fernando (Bat)
- Pathum Nissanka (Bat)
- Kusal Mendis (WK)
- Kamindu Mendis (All)
- Charith Asalanka (All)
- Janith Liyanage (Bat)
- Dunith Wellalage (All)
- Wanindu Hasaranga (All)
- Maheesh Theekshana (Bowl)
- Dushmantha Chameera (Bowl)
- Asitha Fernando (Bowl)
🔄 Predicted Change: Avishka Fernando may replace Madhushka at the top.
Bangladesh
- Mohammad Parvez Hossain Emon (Bat)
- Tanzid Hasan (Bat)
- Najmul Hossain Shanto (Bat)
- Towhid Hridoy (Bat)
- Mehidy Hasan Miraz (All)
- Soumya Sarkar Patwari (All)
- Jaker Ali Anik (WK)
- Tanzim Hasan Sakib (Bowl)
- Hasan Mahmud (Bowl)
- Taijul Islam (Bowl)
- Mustafizur Rahman (Bowl)
🔄 No major changes expected as Bangladesh won the last game.
🔮 Time for Prediction!
This final game is a series decider and both teams will be under pressure. While Bangladesh pulled off a strong win in the 2nd ODI, playing in Sri Lankan conditions is tough, especially for visiting teams. Expect the home side to bounce back, and our prediction is —
👉 Sri Lanka to win and seal the series 2–1! 🏆
🧠 Dream11 Fantasy Team Tips
🔥 Top Picks for Captain & Vice-Captain:
- Charith Asalanka
- Wanindu Hasaranga
- Kamindu Mendis
- Tanzim Sakib
- Mehidy Hasan Miraz
💎 Dark Horses (Key Players to Watch):
- Tanzid Hasan
- Pathum Nissanka
- Kusal Mendis
- Mustafizur Rahman
- Dunith Wellalage
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