Sri Lanka commands the spotlight, facing West Indies in the second T20I showdown at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla, on October 15th at 7:00 PM IST.
Get the best SL vs WI Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 2nd T20I match of the West Indies Tour of Sri Lanka 2024. Expert analysis and more.
SL vs WI Match Preview:
The West Indies is dominating the three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka, currently leading 1-0. Their impressive victory in the first match was sealed with five wickets in hand after Sri Lanka posted 179 runs on the board. Kamindu Mendis and Charith Asalanka played pivotal roles for Sri Lanka, scoring 51 and 59 runs respectively.
The West Indies’ winning momentum was fueled by Brandon King’s 63 runs and Evin Lewis’s 50 runs, securing their win with five balls to spare. Key performers like Romario Shepherd, who took two wickets, and Matheesha Pathirana, who claimed two wickets for Sri Lanka, showcased their skills.
The stage is set for the second T20I match, scheduled for October 15 at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla. Sri Lanka seeks to level the series, while the West Indies aims to extend their lead. With the series hanging in the balance, both teams will give their all to claim victory.
SL vs WI Head-to-Head Record:
Teams |
Matches Won |
Sri Lanka |
8 |
West Indies |
8 |
SL vs WI Weather & Pitch Report:
Temperature |
23°C |
Weather Forecast |
Precipitation |
Pitch Behaviour |
Balanced |
Best Suited To |
Pace |
Average 1st innings score |
184 |
Record of chasing teams:
Records |
Poor |
Winning % |
33% |
SL vs WI Playing 11s (Predicted):
Sri Lanka Playing 11: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis(wk), Kusal Perera, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka©, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Wanindu Hasaranga, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Asitha Fernando
West Indies Playing 11: Evin Lewis, Brandon King, Shai Hope(wk), Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell©, Romario Shepherd, Shamar Springer, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie
Hot Picks for SL vs WI Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
Wanindu Hasaranga – He is an important all-rounder from Sri Lanka. He took 1 wicket in the last game. |
Kamindu Mendis – He is a left-handed batsman and left-arm orthodox spinner from Sri Lanka. He stacked 51 and took 1 wicket in the last match |
Top Picks:
Matheesha Pathirana – He is a right-handed batsman and right-arm fast bowler from Sri Lanka. He grabbed 2 wickets in the last match |
Brandon King – He is a right-handed batsman from West Indies who opens the innings for them. He hammered 63 runs in the last match. |
Budget Picks:
Shamar Joseph – He is a left-handed batsman and right-arm fast bowler from West Indies. |
Maheesh Theekshana – He is a right-handed batsman and right-arm off-break bowler from Sri Lanka. |
SL vs WI Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
Captain |
Wanindu Hasaranga & Kamindu Mendis |
Vice-Captain |
Matheesha Pathirana & Brandon King |
SL vs WI Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keeper – Kusal Mendis, Shai Hope
- Batsmen – Brandon King, Pathum Nissanka, Charith Asalanka, Ewin Lewis
- All-rounders – Wanindu Hasaranga (c), Kaminu Mendis, Rostan Chase, Romario Shepherd
- Bowlers – Matheesha Pathirana (vc)
SL vs WI Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keeper – Kusal Mendis, Shai Hope
- Batsmen – Brandon King (vc), Pathum Nissanka, Ewin Lewis
- All-rounders – Wanindu Hasaranga, Kaminu Mendis (c), Rostan Chase, Romario Shepherd
- Bowlers – Matheesha Pathirana, Shamar Joseph
SL vs WI Dream11 Prediction Today Match 2nd T20I West Indies Tour of Sri Lanka 2024 Players to Avoid:
Players |
Dream11 Credits |
Dream11 Points (Last match) |
Dinesh Chandimal |
7.0 credits |
DNP |
Sherfane Rutherford |
6.5 credits |
19 points |
SL vs WI Dream11 Prediction Today Match 2nd T20I West Indies Tour of Sri Lanka 2024 Expert Advice:
SL Captaincy Choice |
Wanindu Hasaranga |
GL Captaincy Choice |
Kamindu Mendis |
Punt Picks |
Charith Asalanka and Shamar Joseph |
Dream11 Combination |
2-4-4-1 |
SL vs WI Match Winner Prediction:
Looking at the team combination, West Indies is expected to win this match.