Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh Match Prediction, 1st T20I – Who will win today’s match between SL vs BAN?

Sri Lanka will take on Bangladesh in the first T20I of the three-match series at the Pallekele International Stadium on Thursday, July 10. The hosts are heading into the shortest format with strong momentum, having clinched the two-match Test series 1-0 and the ODI series 2-1. They will look to carry that winning form into the T20Is and aim for a series sweep across formats.

Meanwhile, Bangladesh will be eager to put their recent setbacks behind them and come out fighting in the T20I series. With a fresh start in a different format, the visitors will hope to bounce back and secure a series win.

Match Details

Pitch Report

The pitch at Pallekele International Stadium offers a balanced surface for both batters and bowlers. Fast bowlers may find early swing and seam movement at the beginning, but as the ball gets older and softer, batting becomes easier with more scoring opportunities.

Head-to-Head Record

Predicted Playing XIs

Sri Lanka (SL)

Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera (wk), Kusal Mendis, Charith Asalanka (c), Avishka Fernando, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara.

Bangladesh (BAN)

Litton Kumar Das (c), Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Mohammad Naim Sheikh, Towhid Hridoy, Parvez Hossain Emon, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Shamim Hossain Patwari, Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Nasum Ahmed.

Probable Top Performers

Probable Best Batter: Charith Asalanka

Sri Lankan skipper Charith Asalanka could be the key player in the first T20I. He has scored 1247 runs in 57 innings in his career, and his ability to anchor the innings while playing quick will be crucial for Sri Lanka’s chances of winning the opening match of the series.

Probable Best Bowler: Mustafizur Rahman

Left-arm pacer Mustafizur Rahman could be a crucial bowler in the first T20I of the series. His four-over spells will be vital, especially his ability to contain batters during the death overs. He has taken 134 wickets in 107 innings, maintaining an impressive economy rate of 7.48.

Today's Match Prediction: Team batting first to win the match

Scenario 1

• Sri Lanka win the toss and opt to bat first
• Powerplay: 40-50
• SL: 155-165
• Sri Lanka win the match

Scenario 2

• Bangladesh win the toss and opt to bat first
• Powerplay: 45-55
• BAN: 150-160
• Bangladesh 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.