BAN vs SL Match Prediction - Who will win today's 2nd ODI match between Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka?

Venue: Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram

Date: Friday, March 15, 2024   Time: 02:00pm

Pitch Report:

The pitch tends to deteriorate as the match progresses, so the team batting first would have the advantage of setting a target for the opposition to chase under pressure. However, the team batting second would have the benefit of knowing what they need to do to win, which can sometimes work in their favor.

The surface at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram is one that is quite slow. Spinners get most of the benefit on such a surface, and if the batters can stay patient, then a big total could be quite the possibility. 

Opting to bat first after winning the toss could be a wise decision. Overall, it is important for both teams to adapt quickly to the conditions and come up with a game plan that suits the pitch. Bowling tight lines and lengths, utilizing spinners effectively, and building partnerships with the bat will be key to success on this slow surface. It will be interesting to see how both teams approach the game and execute their plans accordingly.

BAN vs SL Probable Playing XIs

Bangladesh:

Litton Das (wk), Tanzid Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Soumya Sarkar, Towhid Hridoy, Mahmudullah, Mahedi Hasan, Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Rishad Hossain

Sri Lanka:

Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (c/wk), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka(c), Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dilshan Madushanka, Pramod Madushan, Lahiru Kumara

Probable Best Performers of the Match

Probable Best Batter:

Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto could be the best batter in the second ODI against Sri Lanka. With a magnificent ton in his previous game, Shanto will aim to put in a similar performance in the upcoming clash as well.

Probable Best Bowler:

Bangladesh’s Taskin Ahmed could be the best bowler in the second ODI against Sri Lanka. With three wickets in his last game, Ahmed looked to be in sublime form, and the hosts will hope that he can replicate his showing in the upcoming game as well.

Today’s Match Prediction: 

This is a tough match to predict as both teams are evenly matched. However, considering recent form, home advantage, and overall strength, Bangladesh may have a slight edge in this match. So, my prediction is that Bangladesh will win today's 2nd ODI match against Sri Lanka.  Team batting first to win the match