SL vs RSA T20, Today Match Prediction On June 3

Match Prediction:

Sri Lanka is set to face South Africa in the 4th game of the T20 World Cup 2024. The match will take place at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium and will kick off at 8:00 PM IST on June 3.

Winning Chances:

SRI LANKA

34%

SOUTH AFRICA

66%

Toss Prediction:

Both clubs would want to bat first. It is a day game with no fear of dew, so it is a smart idea to bat first and score runs.

Weather Report:

There is a 20 percent chance of rain predicted on match day, but the threat is minimal as the game will be played during the day when the forecast is for clear weather. Temperatures will range between 28 and 18 degrees.

Pitch Report:

The wicket at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium is expected to be slightly tricky. It will favor spinners in the middle overs, and the lack of pace could make scoring difficult against bowlers with a lot of variations. A total of 180 should be a good score to defend.

Head to Head:

South Africa has a clear advantage in head-to-head stats, having won 12 out of 17 games against Sri Lanka.

SL vs SA Head to Head Stats in T20s

	Matches Played	Sri Lanka Won	SA Won	Tie	NR
Overall	17	5	12	0	0
Last 5	0	0	5

Sri Lanka Preview:

Sri Lanka will need to decide on their bowling line-up, determining whether to play three spinners and two fast bowlers or the reverse. Given the pitch conditions, an extra spinner might be beneficial. However, with Dhananjaya de Silva and Charith Asalanka, both capable of bowling spin, the team might opt for three pacers instead. Matheesha Pathirana and Dushmantha Chameera are set to play, leaving a choice between Dilshan Madushanka and Nuwan Tushara for the final spot.

Sri Lanka Squad Preview:

Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Angelo Mathews, Dhananjaya De Silva, Wanindu Hasaranga (c), Charith Asalanka, Nuwan Thushara, Matheesha Pathirana, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana

South Africa Preview:

South Africa has named a strong squad for the T20 World Cup. One notable absence is former captain Temba Bavuma, but the team has ample quality to compensate for his absence. Aiden Markram’s biggest selection dilemma will be choosing between Gerald Coetzee and Anrich Nortje, with Nortje having a strong chance of securing a spot in the XI.

South Africa Squad Predicted:

Aiden Markram (c), Quinton de Kock, Reeza Hendricks, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Tabraiz Shamsi, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje

Sri Lanka vs South Africa Prediction:

South Africa are clear favorites to win the match. Their team boasts a strong batting lineup supported by a formidable bowling attack. Sri Lanka has a history of struggling against South Africa, having lost the last five games. Moreover, except for Mendis and Nissanka, the recent form of their batters has been lacking. With these factors in mind, South Africa stands as the clear favorite to win.