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The highly anticipated India vs Sri Lanka ODI series kicks off on August 2nd, 2024 at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. Both teams will be eager to get off to a winning start in the series opener.
India will be banking on their experienced batting lineup featuring the likes of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and KL Rahul to post a challenging total. Spinners Axar patel and Kuldeep Yadav could be key in the middle overs.
Sri Lanka will need their star opener Pathum Nissanka to provide a brisk start. Wanindu Hasaranga’s all-round skills and Maheesh Theekshana’s mystery spin could trouble the Indian batters.
For your Dream11 team, selecting the right wicketkeeper is essential. KL Rahul is a safe bet, his batting style and ability to accelerate in the middle overs. Kusal Mendis is also a good option, known for his consistency.
In the batting department, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli should be your top picks. Both have a proven track record against Sri Lanka and can anchor the innings effectively. Pathum Nissanka is another player to consider for his explosive starts.
Team Suggestions
- Team 1
- Captain: Rohit Sharma
- Vice-Captain: Virat Kohli
- Wicketkeeper: KL Rahul
- Batsmen: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, Pathum Nissanka
- All-rounders: Wanindu Hasaranga, Axar Patel
- Bowlers: Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Matheesha Pathirana, Arshdeep Singh
- Team 2
- Captain: Wanindu Hasaranga
- Vice-Captain: Axar Patel
- Wicketkeeper: Kusal Mendis
- Batsmen: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka
- All-rounders: Wanindu Hasaranga, Axar Patel
- Bowlers: Mohammed Siraj, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana
- Team 3
- Captain: Virat Kohli
- Vice-Captain: Shubman Gill
- Wicketkeeper: KL Rahul
- Batsmen: Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, Kusal Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama
- All-rounders: Axar Patel, Wanindu Hasaranga
- Bowlers: Kuldeep Yadav, Matheesha Pathirana, Arshdeep Singh
- Team 4
- Captain: Rohit Sharma
- Vice-Captain: Wanindu Hasaranga
- Wicketkeeper: Kusal Mendis
- Batsmen: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Pathum Nissanka, Shreyas Iyer
- All-rounders: Axar Patel, Wanindu Hasaranga
- Bowlers: Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Maheesh Theekshana
- Team 5
- Captain: Virat Kohli
- Vice-Captain: Charith Asalanka
- Wicketkeeper: KL Rahul
- Batsmen: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Avishka Fernando, Charith Asalanka
- All-rounders: Wanindu Hasaranga, Axar Patel
- Bowlers: Mohammed Siraj, Matheesha Pathirana, Kuldeep Yadav
Key Players to Consider
- India: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav
- Sri Lanka: Wanindu Hasaranga, Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka, Matheesha Pathirana, Charith Asalanka
Pitch and Weather Report
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Venue Name | R. Premadasa Stadium |
| Location | Colombo, Sri Lanka |
| Pitch Behavior | Spin-friendly with some assistance for batsmen; slow start for new ball |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 231 in ODIs |
| Highest Total Recorded | 375/5 by India vs. Sri Lanka |
| Lowest Total Recorded | 50 by Sri Lanka vs. India |
| Highest Score Chased | 292/4 by Sri Lanka vs. Australia |
| Weather Condition | Clear skies, temperature around 30°C (86°F), humidity approximately 75% |
| Wind Speed | 10 km/h (6 mph) |
| Precipitation | 0% chance of rain |