IND vs SL Dream11 Prediction: Fantasy Cricket Tips, Today's Playing 11 and Pitch Report for India tour of Sri Lanka 2024, 2nd ODI

By Ishaan Mahajan

Modified Aug 04, 2024 08:51 IST

IND vs SL - 2nd ODI Match (Image via Sportskeeda)

The second ODI between India (IND) and Sri Lanka (SL) will be played at the R.Premadasa Stadium in Khettarama, Colombo, on Sunday, August 4. Ahead of the exciting match, here's everything you need to know about the IND vs SL Dream11 Prediction, today's playing 11s, fantasy cricket tips, best player picks, and the pitch report.

Although the opening ODI ended in a tie, it should be considered a win for Sri Lanka. India could have easily won the match but the Lankans bowled exceptionally well in the last few overs taking crucial wickets to seal a draw.

The two teams have played 169 ODIs against each other, with India winning 99 games. While Sri Lanka have won 57 matches, 11 games ended in no results two ended in a tie.

IND vs SL Match Details

The second ODI between India and Sri Lanka will be played on August 4 at the R.Premadasa Stadium in Khettarama, Colombo. The game is set to take place at 2:30 PM IST. The live score & commentary of the game can be followed in the Sportskeeda Live Score section.

IND vs SL, 2nd ODI match

Date and Time: 4th August 2024, 2:30 PM IST

Venue: R.Premadasa Stadium, Khettarama, Colombo

Pitch Report

The pitch at R.Premadasa Stadium in Khettarama, Colombo, is balanced. The opening ODI was played here and a total of 460 runs were scored for the loss of 16 wickets. While pacers took only five wickets, spinners grabbed 13 scalps. As this match will be played on the same pitch, fans can expect spinners to dominate proceedings again.

IND vs SL Form Guide (Last 5 Matches)

IND - T W L W L

SL - T L W L W

IND vs SL Probable Playing XI

IND Playing XI

No injury updates.

Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul (wk), Shreyas Iyer, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammad Siraj, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep Singh, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel.

SL Playing XI

No injury updates.

Charith Asalanka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Avishka Fernando, Dunith Wellalage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Janith Liyanage, Mohammed Shiraz, Akila Dananjaya, Asitha Fernando.

IND vs SL Dream11 Match Top Picks

Wicketkeeper

KL Rahul

KL Rahul is no doubt the best wicketkeeper pick. He will bat in the middle order and can play a crucial role in today's match. Rahul has an average of around 59 at the venue and even smashed 31 runs in the first ODI. Kusal Mendis is another good wicketkeeper pick who can perform well in today's match, especially while batting first.

Batters

Virat Kohli

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are the two best batter picks for today's Dream11 team. Rohit played an amazing 58-run knock off just 47 balls. Kohli, meanwhile, has an average of around 106 at the venue and 62 against Sri Lanka. Pathum Nissanka is another good pick for today's match. He smashed 56 runs in the first game.

All-rounders

Axar Patel

Wanindu Hasaranga and Axar Patel are the best all-rounder picks for the Dream11 team. Axar smashed 33 runs and took two wickets in the last match. Washington Sundar Sundar is another good all-rounder for today's match. He is batting in the upper-middle order and bowling around nine overs.

Bowlers

Dunith Wellalage

The top bowler picks for today's Dream11 team are Dunith Wellalage and Arshdeep Singh. Wellalagescored 67 runs and took two wickets in nine overs in the first ODI. Kuldeep Yadav is another good bowler for today's match. He has an excellent record at the venue.

IND vs SL match captain and vice-captain choices

Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma is one of the most crucial picks from the Indian squad as he is smashing the ball and creating pressure on the opposite team. He scored 58 runs off 47 balls in the opening game, making the best use of powerplay overs. This makes him one of the best captaincy options for today's match.

Wanindu Hasaranga

Wanindu Hasaranga is one of the top all-rounder picks from Sri Lanka as he will bat in the middle order and complete his quota of 10 overs. He smashed 24 runs and took three wickets in the last match.

5 Must-Picks for IND vs SL, 2nd ODI match

Wanindu Hasaranga

Virat Kohli

Dunith Wellalage

Axar Patel

Rohit Sharma

India vs Sri Lanka Match Expert Tips

As the pitch is expected to be good for both batters and spinners, it is advisable to make a team keeping that in mind. Making batters or spinners the captain or vice-captain is the best way to gain maximum points and win grand leagues in today's match.