The excitement in Chattogram is palpable as Bangladesh prepare to face Sri Lanka in the second One Day International (ODI) at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium. Following a resounding victory in the first encounter, Bangladesh are eager to maintain their winning streak and secure the series, while Sri Lanka are determined to stage a comeback and level the playing field.
In the previous match between the two cricketing giants, Bangladesh asserted their dominance with a commanding six-wicket win over Sri Lanka. The hosts displayed exemplary performance, both with the bat and the ball, to seize the early advantage in the series. Now, they are poised to carry forward their winning momentum and clinch the series victory on home soil.
Conversely, Sri Lanka find themselves in a challenging position, trailing behind in the series after the defeat in the opening match. However, the visiting team remains undeterred and is focused on redeeming themselves in the upcoming clash.
Sri Lanka tour of Bangladesh 2024, 2nd ODI:
Date and Time: March 15; 08:30 am GMT/ 02:00 pm IST/ 02:30 pm local
Venue: Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram
Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium Pitch Report:
The Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium is famed for its pitch favoring bowlers, creating a substantial hurdle for batters. Its sluggish surface complicates rapid run-scoring, providing a daunting challenge for batters. Nonetheless, spinners benefit notably from the pitch’s characteristics as the match advances, especially during its latter phases.
BAN vs SL Dream11 Prediction Picks:
Wicketkeepers: Litton Das, Kusal Mendis
Batters: Charith Asalanka, Pathum Nissanka, Mahmudullah, Najmul Hossain Shanto
All-rounders: Wanindu Hasaranga, Mehidy Hasan Miraz
Bowlers: Shoriful Islam, Dilshan Madushanka, Taskin Ahmed
BAN vs SL Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice Captain:
Choice 1: Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Wanindu Hasaranga (vc)
Choice 2: Pathum Nissanka (c), Taskin Ahmed (vc)
Also READ: BAN vs SL, 2nd ODI – Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium Pitch Report, Chattogram Weather Forecast, ODI Stats & Records | Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka 2024
BAN vs SL Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Mushfiqur Rahim, Soumya Sarkar, Kamindu Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama
BAN vs SL Dream11 Team for today’s match (March 15, 08:30 am GMT):
(Screengrab: Dream11)
Squads:
Bangladesh (for first two ODIs): Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Anamul Haque, Soumya Sarkar, Tanzid Hasan, Liton Das, Mushfiqur Rahim, Towhid Hridoy, Mahmudullah, Mehidy Hassan, Taijul Islam, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Tanzim Hasan, Mustafizur Rahman.
Sri Lanka: Kusal Mendis (c) Charith Asalanka (vc) Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Janith Liyanage, Kamindu Mendis, Sahan Arachchige, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage, Akila Dananjaya, Chamika Karunaratne, Dilshan Madushanka, Pramod Madushan, Lahiru Kumara
Also READ: BAN vs SL 2024, ODI Series: Broadcast, Live Streaming details – When and where to watch in India, USA, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka & other nations
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