Sri Lanka and West Indies collide in a thrilling showdown as they contest the second ODI match at Kandy’s iconic Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on October 23. The electrifying encounter commences at 2:30 PM IST.
Get the best SL vs WI Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 2nd ODI match of the West Indies Tour of Sri Lanka 2024. Expert analysis and more.
SL vs WI Match Preview:
Sri Lanka dominates the opening salvo of the three-match ODI series, outsmarting West Indies by 5 wickets (DLS method) in the first game. This thrilling victory propels Sri Lanka to a 1-0 series lead.
The action unfolded as West Indies won the toss and elected to bat, posting 184 runs. Sherfane Rutherford shone with a 74-run knock, while Wanindu Hasaranga claimed 2 crucial wickets for Sri Lanka.
In response, Sri Lanka’s batting powerhouse, led by Nishan Madushka (69) and Charith Asalanka (77), masterfully chased down the target in the 32nd over. Gudakesh Motie’s 3-wicket haul couldn’t halt Sri Lanka’s triumphant march.
The stage is set for West Indies to rebound in the second ODI, while Sri Lanka seeks to consolidate its series lead.
SL vs WI Head-to-Head Record:
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Teams |
Matches Won |
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Sri Lanka |
32 |
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West Indies |
31 |
SL vs WI Weather & Pitch Report:
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Temperature |
23°C |
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Weather Forecast |
Light rain |
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Pitch Behaviour |
Batting-friendly |
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Best Suited To |
Pace and spin |
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Average 1st innings score |
271 |
Record of chasing teams:
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Records |
Good |
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Winning % |
62% |
SL vs WI Playing 11s (Predicted):
Sri Lanka Playing 11: Avishka Fernando, Nishan Madushka, Kusal Mendis(wk), Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka©, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Asitha Fernando, Jeffrey Vandersay
West Indies Playing 11: Brandon King, Alick Athanaze, Shai Hope©(wk), Keacy Carty, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd, Roston Chase, Alzarri Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Jayden Seales, Hayden Walsh
Hot Picks for SL vs WI Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
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Charith Asalanka – He is a left-handed batsman and right-arm off-break bowler from Sri Lanka. He hammered 77 runs and took 1 wicket in the last game. |
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Kamindu Mendis – He is a left-handed batsman from Sri Lanka. He smacked 30 runs in the last match. |
Top Picks:
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Roston Chase – He is a right-handed batsman and right-arm off-break bowler from West Indies. He smashed 33 runs in the last game. |
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Wanindu Hasaranga – He is an important all-rounder from Sri Lanka. He grabbed 2 wickets in the last match. |
Budget Picks:
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Sherfane Rutherford – He is a left-handed batsman from West Indies who handles the middle-order for them. |
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Hayden Walsh – He is a left-handed batsman and right-arm leg-break bowler from West Indies. |
SL vs WI West Indies Tour of Sri Lanka 2024 Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
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Captain |
Charith Asalanka & Kamindu Mendis |
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Vice-Captain |
Wanindu Hasaranga & Roston Chase |
SL vs WI Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keeper – Shai Hope, Nishan Madushka, Kusal Mendis
- Batsmen – Brandon King, Charith Asalanka (c), Sherfane Rutherford
- All-rounders – Wanindu Hasaranga (vc), Rostan Chase, Kamindu Mendis
- Bowlers – Alzaari Joseph, Gudakesh Motie
SL vs WI Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keeper – Shai Hope, Nishan Madushka, Kusal Mendis
- Batsmen – Brandon King, Charith Asalanka
- All-rounders – Wanindu Hasaranga, Rostan Chase (vc), Kamindu Mendis (c)
- Bowlers – Alzaari Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Jeffrey Vandersay
SL vs WI Dream11 Prediction Today Match 2nd ODI West Indies Tour of Sri Lanka 2024 Players to Avoid:
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Players |
Dream11 Credits |
Dream11 Points (Last match) |
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Alick Athanaze |
7.0 credits |
12 points |
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Sadeera Samarawickrama |
7.0 credits |
25 points |
SL vs WI Dream11 Prediction Today Match 2nd ODI West Indies Tour of Sri Lanka 2024 Expert Advice:
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SL Captaincy Choice |
Charith Asalanka |
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GL Captaincy Choice |
Kamindu Mendis |
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Punt Picks |
Jeffrey Vandersay and Sherfane Rutherford |
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Dream11 Combination |
3-3-3-2 |
SL vs WI Match Winner Prediction:
Sri Lanka is expected to win this match, considering their current performance.
