Asia Cup 2023: Super 4, 2nd Match, SL vs BAN Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh?

The 2023 Asia Cup’s Super Four stage is well underway; the second match of the stage will be between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo, on Saturday, September 9. Bangladesh will be coming into the game on the back of a hefty defeat against Pakistan in the first match of the Super Four. The side will look to improve on their performance in the next game and win their clash against Sri Lanka.

On the other hand, Sri Lanka played their last game against Afghanistan, where they managed to edge out a narrow victory. The side will be hopeful of a similar result against Bangladesh and will look to get off to a positive start to the Super Four stage of the Asia Cup 2023.

SL vs BAN Match Details:

Venue: R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium, Colombo

Match: Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh, Super 4, 2nd Match, Asia Cup 2023

Date & Time: Saturday, September 9, 03:00 PM IST

Live Streaming Details: Star Sports Network, Disney+Hotstar app and website

SL vs BAN Pitch Report

The R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo has been known for favouring spinners quite a lot. The game could prove to be slow throughout several stages due to the spin-friendly virtue. The average score at this venue is around 250, and the batters will look to stay patient at the start of the innings. Opting to bat first after winning the toss could be an optimal decision in the upcoming Super Four clash of the Asia Cup.

SL vs BAN Head-to-Head Record

Sri Lanka (SL)

Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Mendis (wk), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dasun Shanaka (c), Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Kasun Rajitha, Matheesha Pathirana

Bangladesh (BAN)

Litton Das, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Mohammad Naim, Towhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Shakib Al Hasan (c), Shamim Hossain, Afif Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Hasan Mahmud

Probable Best Performers:

Probable Best Batter

Mushfiqur Rahim (Bangladesh)

Bangladesh’s Mushfiqur Rahim will be expected to be the best batter in the side’s forthcoming game against Sri Lanka. Rahim was brilliant for Bangladesh in their previous game, scoring 64 runs in 87 deliveries, and Bangladesh will be hopeful of a similar performance from the wicketkeeper.

Probable Best Bowler

Kasun Rajitha (Sri Lanka)

Sri Lanka’s Kasun Rajitha could be the best bowler in the side’s upcoming Super Four game against Bangladesh. Rajitha was sensational for Sri Lanka in their last game. Taking four wickets and conceding 79 runs in 10 overs, Rajitha ensured that Sri Lanka took the victory home after Afghanistan’s resilience.

Today’s Match Prediction: Sri Lanka to win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.