BAN vs SL Match Preview
Bangladesh were convincing enough with both bat and ball in the first match of the series. Shoriful Islam, Taskin Ahmed and Tanzim Sakib took three wickets each to limit Sri Lanka to 255 all out. Najmul Shanto then hit a century as Bangladesh won with 32 balls to spare.
What happened in the series opener gave our experts plenty of insight about what to expect in this match. You can use this information when compiling your Dream11 team. Let's start by suggesting picking Shanto is a must. The Bangladesh captain's 122 not out in the first match was outstanding. He could go big again in this match.
For your choice of wicketkeeper-batter, you can go for Sri Lanka's Kusal Mendis or Mushfiqur Rahim. Mendis and Rahim hit half-centuries in the opening ODI earlier this week. Rahim was superb during a match-winning partnership alongside Shanto.
Dilshan Madushanka is a great option among the fast-bowling resources. He took two early breakthroughs to unsettle Bangladesh's chase at the start. They recovered, but Madushanka showed that the Tigers' top order is not as strong as some might think.
Spin-wise, Mehidy Miraz could be a sound selection. He took a wicket and was quite economical en route to final figures of one for 33 in 10 overs. He could benefit from conditions in Chattogram again. Some spin and a bit of extra bounce is expected.
To come back to Shoriful and Taskin, they are a great new-ball pairing. Pick one or both and anticipate a string of wickets. Ahmed's pace complements Islam's accuracy, while fellow seamer Sakib is a handy first-change bowling option, too.
Weather Report
No rain is forecast in Chattogram on matchday. The weather prediction shows hot and humid conditions. We will get a full fixture in here, appropriate for a middle ODI in a tight three-match series.
Pitch Report
Both teams will likely play two specialist spinners on a pitch that should take some turn. A first-innings score of 280-plus could be competitive.
Notable stats
Najmul Shanto in form
Shanto now has three ODI tons. The 122 not out he hit in the series opener is the highest of the lot. It surpassed the 117 he collected against Ireland last year.
Team News
Bangladesh won't likely change a winning XI, but could reconsider the position of opener Soumya Sarkar. Seamer Pramod Madushan could make way for an extra spinner in the Sri Lanka XI.
BAN vs SL Probable 11
BAN Playing 11
- Litton Das
- Soumya Sarkar
- Najmul Shanto (C)
- Towhid Hridoy
- Mushfiqur Rahim (Wk)
- Mohammad Mahmudullah
- Mehidy Miraz
- Taijul Islam
- Tanzim Sakib
- Shoriful Islam
- Taskin Ahmed
SL Playing 11
- Pathum Nissanka
- Avishka Fernando
- Kusal Mendis (C)
- Sadeera Samarawickrama
- Charith Asalanka
- Janith Liyanage
- Wanindu Hasaranga
- Maheesh Theekshana
- Pramod Madushan
- Lahiru Kumara
- Dilshan Madushanka
Dream11 Prediction
Bangladesh, with momentum from victory in the first ODI and homeground advantage, are in a stronger position to win here than Sri Lanka.
Top Picks
Najmul Shanto: You simply cannot afford to select the Bangladesh captain and first ODI centurion.
Mushfiqur Rahim: For your wicketkeeper-batter option, go for the Tigers star ahead of Kusal Mendis.
Taskin Ahmed: The Bangladesh pace ace took three wickets in the previous match. He is looking good for another big showing.
BAN vs SL Dream11 Team 1
Keeper: Kusal Mendis (VC), Mushfiqur Rahim
Batters: Najmul Shanto (C), Pathum Nissanka
All-rounders: Wanindu Hasaranga, Mehidy Miraz
Bowlers: Dilshan Madushanka, Lahiru Kumara, Taijul Islam, Shoriful Islam, Taskin Ahmed
