SL vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction: 2nd T20I Match of Zimbabwe tour of Sri Lanka, 2024 Playing 11, Pitch Report, Fantasy Cricket Tips for Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe Dream11 Team

The second T20I between Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe will be played on Tuesday at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.

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

Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe, 2nd T20I of Zimbabwe tour of Sri Lanka 2024
16th January, 07:00 PM IST
R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, Sri Lanka

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SL vs ZIM Preview

Sri Lanka showcased an outstanding performance in the first T20I, securing a 3-wicket victory to take a 1-0 lead in the series. They successfully restricted Zimbabwe to just 143 runs, with Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana delivering brilliant performances and each taking two wickets. Despite Zimbabwe managing to dismiss both openers, Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis and also removing Kusal Perera early on, the bowlers struggled to make further breakthroughs. The experienced duo of Angelo Mathews and Dasun Shanaka anchored the innings with a 55-run partnership. In the end, Dushmantha Chameera played a crucial role, scoring a quick 2-ball six runs to guide the team to victory with three wickets in hand.

Form Guide

SL: W-L-L-L-D
ZIM: L-L-L-W-W

R. Premadasa Stadium Pitch Report

The pitch at the R. Premadasa Stadium is well-balanced. Pacers are likely to see some action with the new ball, and there could be a good turn for spinners, making the contest between bat and ball equal.

Last 5 T20I matches at this ground

Matches won by team batting first: 0
Matches won by team bowling first: 5
Average 1st innings score: 156
Average 2nd innings score: 147

SL Playing 11

1. Pathum Nissanka
2. Kusal Mendis (wk)
3. Kusal Perera
4. Sadeera Samarawickrama
5. Charith Asalanka
6. Angelo Mathews
7. Dasun Shanaka
8. Wanindu Hasaranga (c)
9. Maheesh Theekshana
10. Dushmantha Chameera
11. Nuwan Thushara

Sri Lanka Team News

Squad: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis(w), Dhananjaya de Silva, Charith Asalanka, Dasun Shanaka, Angelo Mathews, Wanindu Hasaranga(c), Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Matheesha Pathirana, Dilshan Madushanka, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Kusal Perera, Akila Dananjaya, Kamindu Mendis, Nuwan Thushara
Dilshan Madushanka could replace Nuwan Thushara, who proved to be expensive and wicketless in the first T20I.

SL Key Players

Kusal Perera Stats vs Zimbabwe in T20I

Last 5 Scores in T20I	T20I Runs at R. Premadasa Stadium	T20I Batting average	Total runs in T20I	Captain choice
17, 33, 35, 29, 7	442 runs in 15 matches	27.49	1628 Runs in 63 Matches	✅

Angelo Mathews Stats vs Zimbabwe in T20I

Last 5 Scores in T20I	T20I Runs against ZIM	T20I Batting average	Total runs & wickets in T20I	Vice-captain choice
46, 11, 13, 5, 23	50 runs in 3 Matches	25.96	1194 runs & 37 wickets in 79 Matches	❌

ZIM Playing 11

1. Craig Ervine
2. Tinashe Kamunhukamwe
3. Brian Bennett
4. Sean Williams
5. Sikandar Raza (c)
6. Ryan Burl
7. Clive Madande (wk)
8. Luke Jongwe
9. Wellington Masakadza
10. Richard Ngarava
11. Blessing Muzarabani

Zimbabwe Team News

Squad: Joylord Gumbie(w), Tinashe Kamunhukamwe, Craig Ervine, Milton Shumba, Sikandar Raza(c), Ryan Burl, Clive Madande, Luke Jongwe, Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Tony Munyonga, Brian Bennett, Carl Mumba, Ainsley Ndlovu
There has been no report of injuries.

ZIM Key Players

Craig Ervine Stats vs Sri Lanka in T20I

Last 5 Scores in T20I	Runs against SL in T20I	T20I Batting average vs SL	Total T20I runs	Captain choice
10, 0, 54, 17, 10, 0	20 runs in 3 matches	10.00	1359 Runs in 66 Matches	❌

Sikandar Raza Stats vs Sri Lanka in T20I

Last 5 Scores in T20I	Away stats	Runs & wickets in 2023-24	Total T20I runs & wickets	Vice-captain choice
62, 37, 2, 65, 2	1030 runs in 48 matches	577 runs & 20 wickets in 13 matches	1836 runs & 58 wickets in 79 matches	✅

Who will win today’s match between Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe (2nd T20I of Zimbabwe tour of Sri Lanka 2024)?

Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe have clashed in 4 T20I matches, with Sri Lanka emerging victorious in all four encounters, while Zimbabwe are yet to secure a win.
Sri Lanka improved their fortunes in this format with a win in the first T20I. They have, however, encountered difficulties, losing five home series and winning only two since 2018. In contrast, Zimbabwe has struggled in away series, losing four and winning only one since 2019.
Sri Lanka are expected to win this game given their home advantage and a favorable head-to-head record against Zimbabwe.

SL vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction

Wicket-keepers: Kusal Mendis
Batsmen: Craig Ervine, Ryan Burl, Kusal Perera
All-rounder: Sikandar Raza, Wanindu Hasaranga, Sean Williams, Angelo Mathews
Bowlers: Dushmantha Chameera, Richard Ngarava, Maheesh Theekshana

Who are Best Captain Options for SL vs ZIM Dream11 Team

For Small League, Head to Head contest: Wanindu Hasaranga, Sikandar Raza
For Grand League, Mega Contest: Angelo Mathews, Kusal Perera

What are SL vs ZIM Fantasy Tips?

Sikandar Raza has carried forward his excellent form from the previous year in this format, impressively scoring 62 runs and taking 3 wickets in the first T20I. This performance makes him a top pick for this game.
The likes of Wanindu Hasaranga, Sean Williams, and Angelo Mathews are top-class all-rounders, well-known for their exceptional abilities, making them must-have picks for this encounter.
Kusal Perera has an excellent record in T20s at the R. Premadasa Stadium, scoring 442 runs in 15 matches and ensuring his place as a top pick for mega leagues.