Sri Lanka Vs Afghanistan, 2nd ODI dream11 prediction today match

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Match : Sri Lanka Vs Afghanistan, 2nd ODI

Venue : Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy

Date & Time : 11th February, Sunday at 2:30 PM IST

H2H Record :

Total matches - 13
SL won - 08
AFG won - 04
NR - 01,

Pitch Report :

The pitch at the Pallekele International Stadium delever a neutral wicket where both the departments are expected to receive a decent amount of help from the surface. It will certainly be a slow pitch assisting the spinners in putting the brake on the flow of runs. Toss winning team looking for bowl first. Although the highest wicket taker was a spinner, the bulk of the wickets were taken by the pacers.

The average first innings score is here 240 runs.

Weather Report :

The temperature is expected to hover around 26°C on the Sunday with 65% humidity and 16 km/hr wind speed. There are no chances of rain during the game.

Probable XI :

Sri Lanka :

Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (C/WK), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Janith Liyanage, Sahan Arahchige, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Dilshan Madushanka.

Afghanistan :

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (C), Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Qais Ahmed, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Naveed Zadran.

Preview :

Sri Lanka (SL) will cross swords with Afghanistan (AFG) in the second ODI of the three-match series at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Pallekele on February 11, Sunday.

After losing the toss, Sri Lanka were tasked to bat first. They racked up a whopping total of 381/3 in 50 overs. Opener Pathum Nissanka smacked an unbeaten 210-run knock in 139 balls with 20 fours and eight sixes.

Nissanka received good support from Avishka Fernando, who scored 88 runs in 88 balls, including eight fours and three sixes. Later, in the death overs, Sadeera Samarawickrama smacked 45 runs in 36 balls, featuring four fours and one six. Fareed Malik scalped two wickets for Afghanistan, while Mohammad Nabi claimed one wicket.

In the chase, Afghanistan were reduced to 55/5 in 8.3 overs, thanks to Pramod Madushan and Dushmantha Chameera's pace and swing bowling. However, Azmatullah Omarzai (149*) and Mohammad Nabi (136) forged a 242-run stand for the sixth wicket to slightly turn the tables towards their side.

Nevertheless, Sri Lanka's dominating target assured them a win with Madhushan picking up Nabi's wicket in the 46th over. Both sides would be aiming to put their best foot forward in the second ODI and it would be interesting to watch which side comes out on top.

Team Guide

Makes various team combinations with the help of these information.

Kusal Mendis :

Kusal Mendis displays proficiency in executing a wide range of shots, making him an ideal choice for the game. His powerful hitting ability sets him apart. He has scored 3654 runs at an average of 32.35 in 125 ODI matches. One of the best c/vc pick.

Rahmanullah Gurbaz :

Rahmanullah Gurbaz is star wicketkeeper batter who can smash runs at the start of the game and can vanish wickets behind the stumps with his incredible keeping. Gurbaz has scored 1239 runs at an average of 35.4 in 36 ODI matches. Must have pick.

Pathum Nissanka :

Pathum Nissanka became Sri Lanka's first-ever double centurion in ODIs. In the first ODI, he accumulated 210* runs in 139 balls, featuring 20 fours and eight massive sixes. The next ODI will be his 51th for the national team. He is approaching 2000 runs in ODI cricket. He missed out from the Zimbabwe series due to reports of dengue. He has also scored 552 runs, Avg - 78.9 against the Afghanistan. Must have pick.

Ibrahim Zadran :

Ibrahim Zadran is an exceptional consistent batter who excels in his skills and stands out as a top choice. He is an explosive batter and a force to reckon with when he is in full swing. He has smashed 1290 runs at an average of 49.62 in 29 ODI games. Another best fantacy captain choice for grand league.

Wanindu Hasaranga :

Wanindu Hasaranga is a reliable choice for captaincy in this game. His all-round ability makes him a valuable asset to his team, capable of influencing the outcome of matches in multiple ways. He has scored 832 runs and also picked up 74 wickets in 50 ODIs. Default c/vc pick.

Azmatullah Omarzai :

Azmatullah Omarzai has great allrounder abilities as he offers great stability with the ball and also provides good support with the bat. He has scored 639 runs at an average of 53.25 while has picked up 13 wickets as well in 23 ODI games. Azmatullah Omarzai scored his career-best 149* in the first ODI off just 115 balls, featuring 13 fours and six sixes. He gave Sri Lanka a minor scare in the chase. Will be a best c/vc pick for grand league.

Mohammad Nabi :

Mohammad Nabi is an incredible all-rounder. He can deliver impressive performances with both his bowling skills and powerful hits with the bat. He has scored 3332 runs and picked up 163 wickets in 157 ODI matches. Nabi was the third-highest scorer in the first ODI, smacking 136 runs in 130 balls, including 15 fours and three sixes. Moreover, he scalped one wicket with the ball. Must have pick.

Fazalhaq Farooqi :

FazalHaq Farooqi is a talented left-arm pacer who leads the pace attack of his team and strives to secure an early breakthrough. He has picked up 38 wickets in 28 ODI matches. Good pick.

Maheesh Theekshana :

Maheesh Theekshana is one of the top picks in this game. He has emerged as a mystery bowler, making it difficult for batsmen to play against him and causing disruptions in the opponent team's batting line-up. He has scalped 55 wickets and scored 248 runs in 39 ODI matches. Punt pick.

Mujeeb Ur Rahman :

Mujeeb Ur Rahman is a formidable strike bowler who is likely to lead his team's bowling attack. His ability to spin the ball and incorporate various variations makes him an indispensable member of your fantasy team. He has picked up 101 wickets and scored 236 runs in 75 ODIs. Good pick.

Pramod Madushan :

Pramod Madushan broke Afghanistan's batting order into two pieces with his three-wicket haul in the powerplay overs. Later, he secured Mohammad Nabi's wicket in the 46th over to assure his team a win. Punt pick.

Dushmantha Chameera :

Dushmantha Chameera scalped two important wickets in the first ODI. Known for breaking crucial partnerships, Chameera would be an important player for Sri Lanka. Good pick.

Details Analysis

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Cheat sheet

Sri Lanka ODIs

Wk :

Kusal Mendis -

1dwn, 1dwn, Open, Open, 1dwn, 1dwn
16(31), 66(51), 17(28), 46(48), 6(7), 19(30)

Sadeera Samarawickrama -

2dwn, 2dwn, 1dwn, 1dwn, 2dwn, 2dwn
45(36), 14(17), 4(3), 41(31), 1(2), 41(42)

Batter :

Pathum Nissanka -

Open, Open, Open, Open, Open, Open
210(139)*, 2(8), 41(36), 0(1), 46(60), 77(83)

Charith Asalanka -

3dwn, DNB, Open, Open, Open, Open
7(8), DNB, 0(7), 101(95), 8(8), 108(105)

Sahan Arachchige -

DNB, 4dwn, 4dwn, 2dwn, DNB
DNB, 21(39), 11(24), 57(71), DNB

Avishka Farnando -

Open, Open, Open, Open, Open, Open
88(88), 0(4), 4(5), 0(5), 1(4), 20(17)

Shevon Daniel -

Open, 1dwn, 1dwn, 1dwn, 1dwn,
12(28), 5(6), 29(54), 2(9), 34(33),

All-rounder :

Wanindu Hasaranga - Legbreak

DNB, DNB, 6dwn, DNB, 6dwn, 6dwn
DNB, DNB, 29(21), DNB, 20(21), 15(12)
0/56(10), 7/19(6), 2/35(7), 0/38(7), 2/53(10), 2/42(6)

Dunith Wellalage - Orthodox

5dwn, 6dwn, 6dwn, 6dwn, 6dwn
2(9), 10(8), 0(1), 8(21), 0(1)
1/53(9), 0/62(10), 1/81(10), 0/7(2), 1/40(9)

Chamika Karunaratne - Right Arm Medium Fast

6dwn, DNB, 6dwn, 6dwn, 5dwn
6(17), DNB, 2(11), 24(42), 11(24)
DNB, 3/58(9), 5/15(3), 3/26(5), 4/43(9)

Janith Liyanage - Right Arm Medium Fast

DNB, 2dwn, 2dwn
DNB, 95(127), 24(34), 86(74), 62(40)
0/25(3), 1/17(3), 0/11(2), DNB, 0/31(6), 1/60(10)

Bowler :

Maheesh Theekshana - Off break

0/56(10), 1/15(5), 4/31(10), DNB, 1/43(7), 2/44(9)

Dilshan Madushanka - Left Arm Fast Medium

0/65(9), 1/31(5), 1/24(7), 2/2(2), 0/58(6), 3/69(10)

Dushmantha Chameera - Right Arm Fast

2/55(8), 0/14(4), 2/44(8), 0/3(2), 1/20(4), 0/54(8)

Pramod Madushan - Right Arm Medium Fast

4/75(10), 0/21(2), 2/58(7), 1/13(3), 1/8(3), 2/60(9)

Akila Dhananjay - Legbreak

1/15(5), 4/31(10), DNB, 1/43(7), 2/44(9)

Afghanistan ODIs

Wk :

Rahmanullah Gurbaz -

Open, Open, Open, Open, Open, Open
1(3), 25(22), 21(25), 10(11), 0(4), 65(53)

Ikram Alikhil -

6dwn, 4dwn, DNB, DNB, DNB, DNB
10(14)*, 12(14), DNB, DNB, DNB, DNB

Batter :

Ibrahim Zadran -

Open, Open, Open, Open, Open, Open
4(7), 15(30), 129(143), 20(34), 39(57), 87(113)

Hashmatullah Shahidi -

2dwn, 2dwn, 2dwn, 2dwn, 2dwn, 2dwn
7(11), 2(7), 26(43), 56(64), 58(74), 48(45)

Rahmat Shah -

1dwn, 1dwn, 1dwn, 1dwn, 1dwn, 1dwn
7(14), 26(46), 30(44), 52(54), 62(74), 77(84)

Riaz Hassan -

Open, DNB, Open, Open, Open
34(66), DNB, 35(49), 1(2), 50(75)

All-rounder :

Azmatullah Omarzai - Right Arm Medium Fast

3dwn, 3dwn, 3dwn, 3dwn, 3dwn, DNB
149(115)*, 97(107), 22(18), 31(28), 73(63), DNB
0/55(6), 0/8(1), 2/52(7), 0/11(3), 1/37(7), 1/50(5)

Mohammad Nabi - Right Arm Off break

5dwn, 5dwn, 4dwn, DNB, DNB, DNB
136(130), 2(3), 12(10), DNB, DNB, DNB
1/44(10), 2/35(10), 0/20(2), 3/28(9), 0/33(6), 1/31(10)

Gulbadin Naib - Right Arm Medium

4dwn, 1dwn, 5dwn, 4dwn, 5dwn, 5dwn
16(7), 22(16), 15(13), 0(3), 20(21), 8(11)
0/61(8), 4/60(10), 1/58(8), 2/36(9), 1/19(2), 0/48(6)

Shahidullah Kamal - Left Arm Orthodox

1dwn, 2dwn, 3dwn, 3dwn, 2dwn,
24(38), 12(37), 37(65), 1(3), 45(47),
2/40(9), 1/31(9), DNB, DNB, 0/15(3),

Abdul-Rahman Rahmani - Right Arm Medium Fast

5dwn, 7dwn, 6dwn, 3dwn, 5dwn,
4(4)*, 2(13), 4(20), 27(57), 24(49),
1/83(10), 0/23(4), 0/27(4), 2/47(8), 1/52(10),

Bowler :

Mujeeb Ur Rahman - Offbreak

1/51(10), 0/72(9), 1/40(10), 2/38(10), 0/55(8)

Fazal Haq Farooqi - Left Arm Medium Fast

0/77(9), 0/36(5), 4/34(10), 0/39(7), 1/50(7), 0/50(6)

Noor Ahmed - Left Arm Chinaman

0/62(8), 0/49(9), 0/53(10), 2/31(9), 3/49(10), 1/70(9)

Qais Ahmed - Offbreak

3/32(8), 2/32(9), 0/28(4), 2/24(4), 2/15(4)

Naveed Zadran - Left Arm Medium

1/42(7), 0/15(6), 1/42(8), 1/22(4), 2/47(9)

Fareed Ahmed Malik - Left Arm Medium Fast

2/79(9), 2/70(10), 0/8(1), 2/61(9), 2/43(8), 1/9(6)

Sharafuddin Ashraf - Left Arm Orthodox

7dwn, 6dwn, 5dwn, 5dwn, 5dwn, 7dwn,
63(41)*, 24(48), 14(8), 19(27), 24(18), 0(0)*,
2/20(6), 0/20(3), 0/46(10), 1/47(8), 1/30(7), 0/24(9),

Bilal Sami - Right Arm Medium

0/17(5), 2/21(5), 2/36(6), 2/60(9), 4/32(9), 1/54(9),

Cheat Sheet

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