Get ready for some thrilling cricket action as the Indian team, led by the dynamic duo Gautam Gambhir and Suryakumar Yadav, prepares for the IND vs SL 1st T20I on July 27. This match marks the beginning of a new era as Gambhir and Yadav step in for the legendary Rahul Dravid and Rohit Sharma. Fresh off their T20 World Cup win, the Indian team is eager to make a strong statement and continue their winning momentum.
IND vs SL Head-to-Head
This upcoming match will be the 30th T20I clash between India and Sri Lanka. India has dominated this rivalry, securing victory in 19 out of 29 matches, boasting an impressive win rate of 65.51%. The Indian team will look to continue this trend and set the tone for the series.
IND vs SL Team News
Sri Lanka faces challenges with injuries, as Nuwan Thushara and Dushmantha Chameera are out of the series. Dilshan Madushanka and Asitha Fernando will step in, but this could disrupt their lineup. For India, there’s concern over Mohammed Siraj, who took a knock to his right leg during practice. It’s unclear if he will be fit to play.
IND vs SL Pitch Report
The Pallekele International Cricket Stadium has seen some high-scoring games recently, with the average first-innings score being 185. Although no team crossed the 200-run mark, the lowest score was still a competitive 177. Chasing has been favorable here, with the team batting second winning 3 out of the last 5 matches.
IND vs SL Weather Report
The match is scheduled to start at 7 PM, with a minimal 10% chance of rain. However, players will have to contend with high humidity levels, ranging from 81% to 88%, which could make conditions tough.
IND vs SL Predicted XI
India Predicted XI: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill (vc), Rishabh Pant (wk), Suryakumar Yadav (c), Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh, Mohammed Siraj.
Sri Lanka Predicted XI: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera, Kusal Mendis (wk), Charith Asalanka (c), Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Dilshan Madushanka.
