SL vs ZIM (Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe), 1st T20I – Match Details
Match: Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe, 1st T20I
Date: 14th January 2024
Time: 07:00 PM IST
Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe, 1st T20I, Match Preview
Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe have locked horns in four T20Is thus far. Sri Lanka finished on the winning side all four times.
Matches Played: 4
Sri Lanka: 4
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
The R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo features a well-balanced pitch, providing an even playing field for both batsmen and bowlers. Over the last 20 matches, the average 1st innings score stands at 141 runs. This sporting pitch offers decent support to both pacers and spinners, making it conducive to a competitive game. The team winning the toss may choose to bat or bowl based on the prevailing ground conditions.
Weather conditions at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo are anticipated to have a temperature around 25.58 °C, with approximately 75% humidity and winds expected at a speed of 4.05 m/s. As for the playing style, the venue is suitable for both pacers and spinners.
Head to Head, Sri Lanka Vs Zimbabwe
In the head-to-head encounters between Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka has emerged victorious in all three matches played. Zimbabwe has struggled against Sri Lanka, holding an unfavorable record. Considering our analysis and observed trends, our prediction leans towards Sri Lanka securing a win in this match. Notably, the bowlers from Sri Lanka have been the primary contributors to fantasy points for their team, whereas the batters have been the key point earners for Zimbabwe.
SL vs ZIM, Dream11 Prediction: Batter Picks
Brian Bennett:
Brian Bennett consistently performs well in terms of fantasy points, boasting an average of 30 match fantasy points over the last three games and a solid fantasy rating of 7.1. As a Right-Handed Batter, he has contributed significantly. In the four most recent matches, Bennett has accumulated 28 runs, averaging 5.6 runs per match.
Kusal Mendis:
Kusal Mendis, a Wicket-Keeper, maintains an average of 34 match fantasy points in the last 10 games, coupled with a fantasy rating of 7, showcasing his reliable performance in fantasy cricket. Operating as a top-order Right-Handed Batter and also handling wicket-keeping duties, Mendis has scored 68 runs in the last five matches, averaging 13.6 runs per match.
Charith Asalanka:
Charith Asalanka, a Batter, holds an average of 24 match fantasy points over the last 10 games, accompanied by a fantasy rating of 6.8, making him an intriguing and potentially differential pick for your Dream11 Team. As a top-order Left-Handed Batter, Asalanka has recorded 85 runs in the last five matches, maintaining an average of 17 runs per match.
SL vs ZIM, Dream11 Prediction: Bowler Picks
Nuwan Thushara:
Nuwan Thushara is a valuable addition to your Dream11 Fantasy Team. With an impressive average of 63 match fantasy points in the last 5 games and a high fantasy rating of 9.4, Thushara, a right-arm medium-fast bowler, has showcased consistent performance. In his recent 5 matches, he has taken 1, 2, 0, 4, 2 wickets, maintaining an average of 1.8. Notably, Thushara has excelled at the current venue, securing 4, 0, 0, 0, 3 wickets in the last 5 matches played here.
Richard Ngarava:
Richard Ngarava, a left-arm fast-medium bowler, is a reliable and safe pick for your Dream11 Team. With an average of 73 match fantasy points in the last 10 games and a commendable fantasy rating of 8.5, Ngarava has proven his consistency. In the recent 4 matches, he has impressively taken 7 wickets at an average of 1.4.
Morawakage Maheesh Theekshana:
Maheesh Theekshana, an off-break bowler, is a noteworthy selection for your Dream11 Team, boasting an average of 32 match fantasy points in the last 10 games and a fantasy rating of 7.2. In the recent 3 matches, he has taken 2, 0, 0, 1, 0 wickets at an average of 0.6. Additionally, Theekshana has a commendable track record against the current opponent, securing 2 wickets in recent encounters.
SL vs ZIM, Dream11 Prediction: All-Rounder Picks
Sikandar Raza Butt:
Sikandar Raza, an All-Rounder, showcases remarkable consistency in fantasy cricket with an average of 105 match fantasy points in the last 10 games and an outstanding fantasy rating of 10. Operating as a top-order right-handed batter, he has contributed significantly, scoring 83 runs in the last 3 matches at an average of 16.6 per match.
Wanindu Hasaranga:
Wanindu Hasaranga, a potential wildcard pick for your Fantasy Team, boasts an average of 108 match fantasy points in the last 10 games and an impressive fantasy rating of 9.9. This top-order right-handed batter has showcased versatility, scoring 48, 0, 19, 0, 0 runs in the last 3 matches, with an average of 13.4 per match. Additionally, as a leg-break bowler, Hasaranga has taken 0, 2, 0, 6, 1 wickets in recent matches, maintaining an average of 1.8 per match. Notably, he has excelled at the current venue, securing 9 wickets in the last 3 matches played here.
Dhananjaya de Silva:
Dhananjaya de Silva, an All-Rounder, is a valuable addition to your Fantasy Team with an average of 63 match fantasy points in the last 10 games and a commendable fantasy rating of 8.8. This right-handed batter has contributed consistently, scoring 52 runs in the recent 3 matches at an average of 10.4 per match.
Sri Lanka Vs Zimbabwe, Dream11 Prediction: C/VC Picks
Sikandar Raza:
Sikandar Raza, an All-Rounder, is a valuable addition to your Fantasy Team, boasting an average of 105 match fantasy points in the last 10 games and an impressive fantasy rating of 10. As a top-order right-handed batter, he has consistently contributed, scoring 83 runs in the last 3 matches at an average of 16.6 per match.
Wanindu Hasaranga:
Wanindu Hasaranga is a player with varying performances in terms of fantasy points, presenting a high-risk, high-reward option for your team. With an average of 108 match fantasy points in the last 10 games and a fantasy rating of 9.9, this top-order right-handed batter has scored 67 runs in the last 3 matches at an average of 13.4 per match. Additionally, as a leg-break bowler, Hasaranga has been impactful in recent matches, claiming 9 wickets at an average of 1.8 per match. He has demonstrated success at the current venue, securing 9 wickets in the last 3 matches played here.
Nuwan Thushara:
Nuwan Thushara, a right-arm medium-fast bowler, is a consistent performer for your Dream11 Team with an average of 63 match fantasy points in the last 5 games and an impressive fantasy rating of 9.4. In the recent 5 matches, Thushara has taken 1, 2, 0, 4, 2 wickets at an average of 1.8. Notably, he has performed well at the current venue, claiming 7 wickets in the last 5 matches played here.
Dhananjaya de Silva:
Dhananjaya de Silva is a recommended choice for your Dream11 Team, with an average of 63 match fantasy points in the last 10 games and a commendable fantasy rating of 8.8. As a right-handed batter, he has scored 40, 0, 0, 2, 10 runs in the recent 3 matches, averaging 10.4 per match.
Richard Ngarava:
Richard Ngarava, a left-arm fast-medium bowler, is a reliable and secure option for your Dream11 Fantasy Team. With an average of 73 match fantasy points in the last 10 games and a trustworthy fantasy rating of 8.5, Ngarava has consistently performed well. In the recent 4 matches, he has taken 1, 2, 2, 0, 2 wickets at an average of 1.4.
Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe, Dream11 Team Prediction
Wicket-Keeper: Kusal Mendis
Batters: Ryan Burl, Charith Asalanka and Tinashe Kamunhukamwe
All-Rounders: Sikandar Raza, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dhananjaya de Silva and Angelo Mathews
Bowlers: Nuwan Thushara, Richard Ngarava and Dushmantha Chameera
Captain: Tinashe Kamunhukamwe
Vice-Captain: Wanindu Hasaranga
