BAN vs SL 1st Test Match, Today Match Prediction

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka 1st Test Match, 2024 Today Match Prediction

March 4, 2024
1:52 PM

4 Mar 2024 - 17:30 IST Sylhet International Cricket Stadium - Sylhet, Bangladesh BAN vs SL

Match Prediction:

Sri Lanka will face Bangladesh in the opening Twenty20 International of the three-match series. The match will commence at 5:30 PM IST on March 4 at the Sylhet International Cricket Ground.

Bangladesh will intensify preparations for the Twenty20 World Cup by playing Sri Lanka in a T20I series. Bangladesh are formidable at home and would be eager to secure another significant series prior to the Twenty20 World Cup. Bangladesh previously engaged New Zealand in a Twenty20 International series, in which they emerged victorious in one match and defeated the other.

In contrast, Sri Lanka will be a formidable opponent to overcome under conditions that are strikingly similar to those they encounter at home. After a remarkable series victory over Afghanistan, Sri Lanka enters the series eager to continue its winning streak.

Winning Chances:

BANGLADESH

42.3%

SRI LANKA

57.7%

Toss Prediction:

The toss-winning captain ought to bat initially. As the pitch may be sluggish and pursuing can become difficult, it would be prudent to concentrate on scoring runs.

Weather Report:

The weather will be clear and sunny, with temperatures varying from 29 to 18 degrees. The daily relative humidity will be 85 %.

Pitch Report:

The pitch has lost its movement and tempo due to the extensive BPL cricket that was played here. It will undoubtedly benefit the spinners, whereas the pacers may find some assistance with the new, firm ball. Beginning on, batters may encounter difficulties.

Head to Head:

Despite Bangladesh’s historical struggles against Sri Lanka, the team has made significant strides in recent years and has emerged victorious in numerous matches against formidable opponents.

Bangladesh Preview:

Due to injury, uncapped spinner Aliss Islam has been ruled out of the Twenty20 International series. In lieu of Aliss, the Bangladesh Cricket Board has added Jaker Ali to the squad.

Bangladesh Squad Preview:

Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Liton Das (wk), Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Towhid Hridoy, Soumya Sarkar, Mahedi Hasan, Mahmudullah, Taijul Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam

Sri Lanka Preview:

Due to an injury, Pathum Nissanka has been ruled out of the series for Sri Lanka. Avishka Fernando has assumed his position in the squad. The series will be captained by Wanindu Hasaranga, but he will miss the first two games due to an ICC suspension.

Sri Lanka Squad Predicted:

Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Dhananjaya de Silva, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka, Charith Asalanka (C), Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Binura Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Prediction:

Bangladesh is the favorite to begin. The group has performed admirably at home and has defeated several formidable opponents. Almost every member of the Bangladesh squad has just returned from an outstanding performance in the BPL. Poor Wanindu Hasaranga will be missed by Sri Lanka, which is an enormous setback. Despite the fact that this will in no way be a one-sided contest, Bangladesh should emerge victorious.