SL vs BAN Dream11 Prediction Today | Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report – Bangladesh Tour of Sri Lanka, 1st ODI

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Sri Lanka and Bangladesh lock horns in the first ODI of a transitional series for both sides, though the trajectories differ. Sri Lanka come in with a full-strength squad and new energy under the leadership of Charith Asalanka. The return of Dilshan Madushanka gives their bowling attack sharpness up front, while spin twins Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana are set to dominate in home conditions.

Their batting looks settled, with Pathum Nissanka and Avishka Fernando at the top, followed by a versatile middle order that includes Kusal Mendis, Janith Liyanage, and the returning Sadeera Samarawickrama, who adds flexibility as a keeper-batter.

Bangladesh, meanwhile, start a new chapter post the ODI retirements of Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah. With Mehidy Hasan Miraz now leading a relatively inexperienced squad, they’ll be banking on a strong bowling unit—Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, and Hasan Mahmud—to keep them in the game. Batting is their bigger concern, but experienced names like Litton Das and Najmul Hossain Shanto could provide stability.

Sri Lanka will start favourites, especially on a spin-friendly track in Pallekele, but Bangladesh’s young guns may yet have something to say.

Team Stats

Sri Lanka	Vs	Bangladesh
10	Matches Played	10
70%	Win	20%
221	Average Score	246
324	Highest Score	321
142	Lowest Score	143

Head to Head Record

Teams	Matches Won
Sri Lanka	4
Bangladesh	6

Probable Playing XI

Sri Lanka Expected Playing 11

Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis, Charith Asalanka (c), Janith Liyanage, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Dilshan Madushanka, Asitha Fernando.

Bangladesh Expected Playing 11

Litton Das (wk), Tanzid Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (c), Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanvir Islam, Hasan Mahmud.

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Injuries & Illnesses

Sri Lanka’s Milan Rathnayake is under fitness observation and unlikely to be risked. All other players are fit. Bangladesh have no reported injury concerns ahead of the opener.

Pitch Report & Weather Conditions

The Pallekele surface is typically a good batting wicket early on but offers turn as the match progresses. Sri Lanka’s spinners are expected to exploit this. Fast bowlers will need to focus on accuracy in the early overs. Weather is expected to be dry and warm, with minimal interruptions.

SL vs BAN Dream11 Top Picks

Wicketkeeper

Kusal Mendis and Litton Das are top picks. Mendis edges ahead with his ODI form at home and likely batting position at No. 3.

Batters

Pathum Nissanka, Charith Asalanka, and Najmul Hossain Shanto are the standout batters. All three are expected to play anchor roles for their sides.

All Rounders

Wanindu Hasaranga and Mehidy Hasan Miraz are near-automatic inclusions. Hasaranga will thrive in home conditions, while Miraz adds leadership and versatility.

Bowlers

Dilshan Madushanka, Maheesh Theekshana, Taskin Ahmed, and Mustafizur Rahman should be top of mind for wickets, especially in Pallekele conditions.

SL vs BAN Captain and Vice-Captain Choices

Captain

Wanindu Hasaranga – Match-winner with both bat and ball; ideal choice on a turning wicket.

Charith Asalanka – Captain and key middle-order batter, can accumulate big points.

Vice-Captain

Mehidy Hasan Miraz – Leading the side, bowls key overs, and bats in the middle.

Taskin Ahmed – Can grab early wickets and bowl at the death.

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SL vs BAN Team Expert Advice

Sri Lanka’s spin strength and Bangladesh’s recent instability with the bat suggest loading up on SL bowlers and all-rounders. Hasaranga and Theekshana should be locked in. For differentials, Dunith Wellalage could surprise with both bat and ball. Don’t rule out Litton Das as a high-impact pick in mega leagues.