SL vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction: 2nd ODI Match of Zimbabwe tour of Sri Lanka, 2024 Playing 11, Pitch Report, Fantasy Cricket Tips for Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe Dream11 Team

Sri Lanka will take on Zimbabwe in the second ODI at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Monday.

Let’s take a look at our fantasy preview for this game.

Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe, 2nd ODI of Zimbabwe tour of Sri Lanka 2024
08th January, 02:30 PM IST
R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, Sri Lanka

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SL vs ZIM Preview

Sri Lanka displayed promising efforts in a rain-affected ODI before the weather had the final say. Charith Asalanka was key in providing a solid platform for Sri Lanka, scoring a century in difficult conditions. The team then gained the upper hand with two early strikes from Dilshan Madushanka in the run chase. However, the covers came on after only four overs, and the constant drizzle put an early end to the game, leaving the outcome murky. With the second ODI coming up Zimbabwe will be looking to get things right and put up a challenge to the host.

Form Guide

SL: NR-L-L-L-L
ZIM: NR-L-L-NR-L

R. Premadasa Stadium Pitch Report

The pitch at R. Premadasa Stadium is again expected to be balanced, with the average first-innings score being 211. Pacers will be crucial in the initial overs, while spinners will play a key role later in the game. Batting first would be the preferred option, with the pitch likely to slow down as the match progresses.

SL Playing 11

1. Avishka Fernando
2. Kusal Mendis (c & wk)
3. Sadeera Samarawickrama
4. Charith Asalanka
5. Janith Liyanage
6. Sahan Arachchige
7. Dasun Shanaka
8. Dushmantha Chameera
9. Maheesh Theekshana
10. Jeffrey Vandersay
11. Dilshan Madushanka

SRI Lanka Team News

Squad: Pathum Nissanka, Nuwanidu Fernando, Kusal Mendis(w/c), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Jeffrey Vandersay, Akila Dananjaya, Avishka Fernando, Pramod Madushan, Janith Liyanage, Sahan Arachchige, Dilshan Madushanka
Captain Kusal Mendis indicated at the toss of the first ODI regarding Wanindu Hasaranga’s fitness, mentioning that he will probably be fit for the second or third game.

SL Key Players

Kusal Mendis Stats vs Zimbabwe in ODI

Last 5 Scores in ODI	Runs against ZIM in ODI	ODI Batting average vs ZIM	Total runs In ODI	Captain choice
46, 6, 19, 1, 11, 39	360 runs in 15 matches	32.72	3555 Runs in 122 Matches	✅

Sadeera Samarawickrama Stats vs Zimbabwe in ODI

Last 5 Scores in ODI	Runs against ZIM in ODI	ODI Batting average vs ZIM	ODI Stats in Sri Lanka	Vice-captain choice
41, 1, 41, 0, 36	41 runs in 2 matches	41.00	387 runs in 11 Matches	❌

ZIM Playing 11

1. Tinashe Kamunhukamwe
2. Takudzwanashe Kaitano
3. Craig Ervine (c)
4. Milton Shumba
5. Sikandar Raza
6. Ryan Burl
7. Clive Madande (wk)
8. Faraz Akram
9. Richard Ngarava
10. Blessing Muzarabani
11. Tapiwa Mufudza

Zimbabwe Team News

Squad: Craig Ervine (capt), Faraz Akram, Ryan Burl, Joylord Gumbie, Luke Jongwe, Takudzwanashe Kaitano, Tinashe Kamunhukamwe, Clive Madande, Wellington Masakadza, Tapiwa Mufudza, Tony Munyonga, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, Sikandar Raza, Milton Shumba
No injury news from the squad was reported.

ZIM Key Players

Craig Ervine Stats vs Sri Lanka in ODI

Last 5 Scores in ODI	Runs against SL in ODI	ODI Batting average vs SL	Total ODI runs	Captain choice
0, 2, 14, 25, 47, 50	326 runs in 19 matches	20.37	3294 Runs in 117 Matches	❌

Sikandar Raza Stats vs Sri Lanka in ODI

Last 5 Scores in ODI	Runs against SL in ODI	Wickets against SL in ODI	Total ODI runs & wickets	Vice-captain choice
DNB, 15, 34, 31, 42, 48	343 runs in 15 matches	6 wickets in 15 matches	4143 runs & 85 wickets in 140 matches	✅

Who will win today’s match between Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe (2nd ODI of Zimbabwe tour of Sri Lanka 2024)?

Sri Lanka has been undefeated at home in the ODI series since 2021, winning four and drawing one, defeating the likes of Afghanistan, Zimbabwe, Australia, and South Africa.
Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe have met each other in 62 ODI games, with Sri Lanka winning 47 and Zimbabwe winning 12, while three games ended without a result.
During the first ODI, Sri Lanka were nearly in control, posting 273 runs on the board and taking a couple of wickets in the first four overs of the Zimbabwe innings. They are expected to win the second ODI if the weather allows a full game.

SL vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction

Wicket-keepers: Kusal Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama
Batsmen: Craig Ervine, Ryan Burl, Charith Asalanka
All-rounder: Sikandar Raza, Janith Liyanage, Dasun Shanaka
Bowlers: Dilshan Madushanka, Richard Ngarava, Maheesh Theekshana

Who are Best Captain Options for SL vs ZIM Dream11 Team

For Small League, Head to Head contest: Kusal Mendis, Sikandar Raza
For Grand League, Mega Contest: Charith Asalanka, Dilshan Madushanka

What are SL vs ZIM Fantasy Tips?

Sikandar Raza has a batting average of more than 38 against Sri Lanka in ODIs and is also a genuine wicket-taking bowler, making him the best multiplier choice for today’s outing.
Charith Asalanka has two centuries from his last three games, including a 95-ball century in the first rain-affected ODI. He is the safest pick for this game.
Dilshan Madushanka has been the strike bowler for Sri Lanka in the powerplay and showed his prowess by taking a couple of wickets in his first two overs in the first ODI. Additionally, Maheesh Theekshana is in fabulous recent form and is a must-have pick for this game.