SL vs PAK Match Preview

Sri Lanka has been extremely impressive in the last few matches while Pakistan has impressed with its flexibility as well. The batting lineup for Sri Lanka seems to be in better form and that is something to consider while making your fantasy teams. Pakistan's spin-bowling all-rounders, on the other hand, have been absolute gold. 

Madushanka has been one of the surprise performers for Sri Lanka even as senior bowlers like Wanindu Hasaranga have suffered. Sri Lanka has a more even mix of players that have scored well in Dream11 contests while Pakistan has fewer but larger scoring players.

Both teams are quite closely matched and we expect the match to go down to the wire. 

Weather Report

The weather in the desert does not change much! It will remain hot and oppressive, just as it has been for the duration of Asia Cup 2022.

Pitch Report

The pitch in Dubai has been quite good for batting. India scored over 200 runs in the previous match played here. We have also seen scores of over 170 be chased down with ease. A similarly high-scoring match can be expected for this match also.

Notable stats

300+ Points Scoring Players

The list of players who have scored more than 300 points is small. It only includes Mohammad Nawaz and Shadab Khan. Both players are must-haves in your Dream11 lineup for Sri Lanka vs Pakistan.

Mohammad Rizwan's Dominance

Rizwan has scored 212 runs in the Asia Cup for Pakistan. No one else from Pakistan has scored more than 83 runs. If Rizwan does not play, it is going to be a massive blow for Pakistan's chances.

Team News

  • Shahnawaz Dahani is still on the injured list and is unlikely to be risked for this group match
  • Mohammad Rizwan may be rested for precautionary reasons

SL vs PAK Probable 11

SL Playing 11

  • Kusal Mendia (Wk)
  • Pathum Nissanka
  • Charitha Asalanka
  • Danushka Gunathilaka
  • Bhanuka Rajapaksa
  • Dasun Shanaka (C)
  • Wanindu Hasaranga
  • Chamika Karunaratne
  • Maheesh Theekshana
  • Asitha Fernando
  • Dilshan Madushanka

PAK Playing 11

  • Babar Azam (C)
  • Mohammad Rizwan (Wk)
  • Fakhar Zaman
  • Iftikhar Ahmed
  • Asif Ali
  • Khushdil Shah
  • Mohammad Nawaz
  • Shadab Khan
  • Haris Rauf
  • Naseem Shah
  • Mohammad Hasnain
This is not the official playing 11 for the match. This is a prediction of the expected playing 11 for each team based on the writers analysis.

Dream11 Prediction

While the bookmakers are favoring Pakistan quite heavily, we think this match will be closer than people expect. Our expectation is for a match where over 350 runs are scored and plenty of wickets fall on both sides. We think Sri Lanka could pull off an upset here, however, we are not going to build our Dream11 team just around them. A balanced mix of players from both teams is recommended. 

Top Picks

  • Shadab Khan and Mohammad Nawaz are the only two players that have scored more than 300 Dream11 points so far. Both of them can be (and have been) promoted up the order with devastating effect. They are also the leading wicket-takers for Pakistan.
  • Bhanuka Rajapaksa is in great ball-striking form. He has made an impact in every match where he has batted. As a left-hander, he will be crucial to counter both the Pakistani spinners. We think he could have his best game yet.
  • Dilshan Madushanka has made a massive impact in the Asia Cup 2022. Can he add Babar Azam to the list of his scalps? His current form and surprisingly low ownership percentage make him a player worth having in your lineups.

SL vs PAK Dream11 Team 1

Keeper: K Mendis, M Rizwan

Batters: B Rajapaksa, F Zaman, P Nissanka (VC)

All-rounders: S Khan, M Nawaz (C), C Karunaratne

Bowlers: N Shah, H Rauf, D Madushanka

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