Match Details:
Date: August 31 2023
Time: 03:00 P.M. IST
Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele
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Match Preview:
Asian giants Bangladesh and Sri Lanka will kick start their Asia Cup 2023 campaign at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Pallekele. Both teams have developed an intense rivalry which will certainly come into play in a packed Pallekele stadium. Ahead of the continental tournament, the Lankans have been dealt with some big injuries. Similarly, the Bangla Tiger also lost Tamim Iqbal, the team’s experienced batter and captain, to a big injury.
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Toss Prediction:
Sri Lanka has a better chance to win the toss based on the team’s previous toss wins in comparison to Bangladesh.
Win Possibility:
The home side Sri Lanka will have a slight advantage in this fixture based on the team’s home conditions. Despite missing out on big names like Waindu Hasaranga, the Lankans led by Dasun Shanaka still have some reliable options like Pathum Nissanka, Charith Asalanka and Kusal Perera in the batting department. Whereas in the bowling attack, the Mahesh Theekshana and Mathesha Pathirana duo will be crucial for Sri Lanka’s chances.
Predicted powerplay score and Average first innings total:
The Pallekele International Cricket Stadium has provided a balance between bat and ball with its slower wickets. With an average 1st innings score of 256, the first-inning score of the match is likely to be in the 255-265 range. Whereas The predicted powerplay score is expected to be between 45-55.
Match Odds:
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