Sri Lanka is currently leading 1-0 in the three-match ODI series against India. After a draw in the first match and a victory in the second, Sri Lanka has shown strong form. The team, led by Charith Asalanka, will be aiming to clinch the series. Their batting lineup, featuring Pathum Nisanka and Avishka Fernando, has been consistent, while their spinners, particularly Jeffrey Vandersay, have been effective in exploiting home conditions.
On the other hand, India, led by Rohit Sharma, will be looking to bounce back and level the series. Despite their loss in the second ODI, India has a strong squad with experienced players like Virat Kohli and rising stars like Shubman Gill, who is also the vice-captain. The Indian team will need their batsmen to perform well and their bowlers, including spinners like Kuldeep Yadav, to take advantage of the Colombo pitch
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SL vs IND Match Pitch Report: R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
The third and final ODI between India and Sri Lanka will take place on August 7 at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. As both teams gear up for the match, the pitch conditions will play a crucial role. In the previous matches held here, Sri Lanka scored 230 runs in the first match and 240 runs in the second. Interestingly, the Indian team was bowled out for 208 runs in the second ODI. In both games, Sri Lankan captain Charith Asalanka won the toss and chose to bat first, leading to substantial scores.
Historically, the average first innings score at this venue in ODI matches is 242 runs. This indicates that if batsmen can settle on the pitch, they can set up a big score. Spinners are expected to dominate here, as seen in the second ODI where Jeffrey Vandersay took six wickets, dismantling India’s batting lineup.
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SL vs IND Match Weather Forecast: Colombo
Weather will be a significant factor in the third ODI. According to Accuweather.com, there is a 40% chance of rain on the match day in Colombo. The temperature is expected to range between 31°C to 35°C. Additionally, there might be thunderstorms in the evening, which could affect the match proceedings. Fans and players alike will be hoping for clear skies to ensure an uninterrupted match
Team India: Rohit Sharma (Captain), Shubman Gill (vice-captain), Virat Kohli, Shivam Dubey, Akshar Patel, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wicketkeeper), Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammad Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Rishabh Pant, Khalil Ahmed, Rian Parag and Harshit Rana.
Sri Lanka Squad: Charith Aslanka (Captain), Pathum Nisanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (wicketkeeper), Sadira Samarawickrama, Zenith Liyanage, Dunith Velalge, Kamindu Mendis, Akila Dananjaya, Geoffrey Wanderse, Asitha Fernando, Chamika Karunaratne, Nishan Madushanka, Mahish Teekshana, Eshan Malinga and Mohammad Shiraz.
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