BAN vs SL Match Prediction – Who will win today’s 3rd T20I match between Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka?

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In this article, we will be analyzing the BAN vs SL Match Prediction for Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka of the 3rd T20I at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. After narrowly escaping to win the first match, the hosts, Bangladesh, made a solid comeback in the second T20I to level the ongoing three-match series. In the last game, Sri Lanka struggled with their batting and were not able to put up a great total on the board, which ultimately became the reason for their loss.

For Bangladesh, all their top-order batters looked solid during the chase, especially their captain Najmul Hossain Shanto, who scored a solid fifty as Bangladesh comfortably won the game by eight wickets. Now going forward, both sides would be eager to secure the series with a solid win in the upcoming game.

Match Details

Pitch Report

As of now, the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium’s pitch has supported the batters very well, as players from both sides have enjoyed batting here. Batting gets much easier in the second innings, courtesy of the heavy dew, and for that reason, the captain winning the toss would definitely be looking to chase. Batting first, the team will have to score at least 180 plus to be in the game.

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Head-to-Head Record

Probable Playing XIs

Bangladesh

Litton Das(w), Soumya Sarkar, Najmul Hossain Shanto(c), Towhid Hridoy, Mahmudullah, Jaker Ali, Mahedi Hasan, Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Rishad Hossain

Sri Lanka:

Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis(w), Kamindu Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka(c), Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka, Maheesh Theekshana, Dilshan Madushanka, Binura Fernando, Matheesha Pathirana

Probable Best Batter of the Match

Najmul Hossain Shanto, who has recently been appointed as the full-time captain for Bangladesh in all three formats, showcased great temperament and form in the last game. He is expected to continue his good batting form in the upcoming game as well, courtesy of maintaining a good strike rate even while playing risk-free cricket.

Probable Best Bowler of the Match

Shoriful Islam showcased his prowess with the new ball in the last game, despite going wicketless. He has been instrumental for Bangladesh in recent times, and his ability to swing the ball both ways at a good speed makes him a real threat to the opposition batters, especially with the new ball. He would be looking to continue his good form in the upcoming game as well.

Today’s Match Prediction: Team batting second to win the match

Scenario – 1

Bangladesh win the toss and bowl
PP score – 60-70
SL – 180-200
Bangladesh win the match

Scenario – 2

Sri Lanka win the toss and bowl
PP Score – 55-60
BAN – 175-195
Sri Lanka 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.