SL vs WI Match Preview

Sri Lanka took the first wicket against the West Indies in the first one-day international at Pallekele, going 1-0 up in the three-match series. West Indies don't have much time to reflect on what went wrong in the first game, and they must find a way to quickly recover from a defeat and advance the series to the decider. And this sets the stage for an exciting ODI match between both of these teams with contrasting fortunes. Sri Lanka has been an important player in this format at home, while West Indies' form has deteriorated rapidly.

SL vs WI Match Details

Sri Lanka vs West Indies – 2nd Match, ODI Match

Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele

Date & Time: 23th October 2024 at 02:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar

SL vs WI Venue Stats

SL vs WI Pitch Report

Batsmen struggled to accumulate runs when the ball gripped on a slow turning the wicket, but chasing in lights was much easier, with the ball getting wet and all.

SL vs WI Weather Report

The weather is expected to be cloudy throughout the match, with the possibility of an occasional shower in the afternoon.

SL vs WI Last Five Matches

SL vs WI Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

Also Read: Mumbai Indians likely to confirm Rohit Sharma & Hardik Pandya retention; Report

SL vs WI Probable Playing XIs:

West Indies Probable Playing XIs

Brandon King, Alick Athanaze, Shai Hope (c) (wk), Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd, Gudakesh Motie, Hayden Walsh, Jayden Seales, Alzarri Joseph

Sri Lanka Probable Playing XIs

Nishan Madushka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka (c), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Jeffrey Vandersay, Asitha Fernando

Topmost Picks for SL vs WI Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Sri Lanka

• Charith Asalanka – Asalanka continued his good form, scoring 77 runs off 71 balls to see off at the most challenging phase of the game.
• Wanindu Hasaranga – He has picked up 16 wickets in his 8 matches here and has picked up at least 2 wickets in 5 of his last 7 outings here.

Top Picks – West Indies

• Shai Hope – He has 828 runs in 33 innings at a strike rate of 123.39 with five fifties. Against Sri Lanka, he has 174 runs in 9 innings at a strike rate of 147.45.
• Gudakesh Motie – He has 35 wickets in 32 matches with an economy of 6.81. In the last 10 games, he has taken 17 wickets at an economy of 5.95. 

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for SL vs WI Dream11 Team:

Shai Hope, Kusal Mendis, Charith Asalanka(C), Brandon King, Wanindu Hasaranga, Romario Shepherd, Sherfane Rutherford, Kamindu Mendis, Gudakesh Motie(VC), Alzarri Joseph, Asitha Fernando

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for SL vs WI Dream11 Team:

Shai Hope, Nishan Madushka, Charith Asalanka, Brandon King, Wanindu Hasaranga(C), Roston Chase(VC), Sherfane Rutherford, Dunith Wellalage, Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph, Asitha Fernando

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Wanindu Hasaranga, Charith Asalanka

Vice-captain – Roston Chase, Gudakesh Motie

Wicketkeeper – Shai Hope

SL vs WI Probable Winners:

Despite the collapse of the top order, Sri Lankan batsmen went about their business, taking full advantage of the dewy conditions, which is why they are unbeatable in this format in this part of the world. The West Indies performed well in some areas, but they must improve significantly to compete with the hosts. Sri Lanka is set to win. Considering the team combination, Sri Lanka is expected to win this match.