T20 World Cup 2022: SL vs NED Match Prediction – Who will win today’s T20 WC match between Sri Lanka and Netherlands?

Sri Lanka will take on the Netherlands in a must-win clash to keep their T20 World Cup campaign alive. The Island Nation has received a setback as their express pacer Dushmantha Chameera has been ruled out of the tournament. 

Meanwhile, the Dutch side is having an excellent tournament so far. They have already beaten UAE and Namibia but will face a tougher challenge in front of the former T20 champions. To note, the Netherlands have never defeated Sri Lanka in the past. 

SL vs NED Match Details

Venue: Simonds Stadium, Geelong 

Date and Time: October 20, 9:30 AM IST

Telecast & Live Streaming: Star Sports Network

SL vs NED Pitch Report

The wicket at the Simonds Stadium has assisted the slow bowlers so far. The batters will need to make the most of the field restrictions and try to score as many as they can. The skipper winning the toss might look to bowl first. 

SL vs NED Probable Playing XIs

Sri Lanka:

Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (Wk), Dhananjaya de Silva, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Charith Asalanka, Dasun Shanaka (C), Wanindu Hasaranga, Chamika Karunaratne, Pramod Madushan Liyanagamage, Binura Fernando, Maheesh Theekshana

Netherlands:

Scott Edwards (c & wk), Max O’Dowd, Vikramjit Singh, Bas de Leede, Tom Cooper, Colin Ackermann, Roelof van der Merwe, Tim Pringle, Timm van der Gugten, Fred Klaassen, Paul van Meekeren

SL vs NED Probable Top Performers

Probable best batter

Pathum Nissanka:

Opening batter Pathum Nissanka was excellent with the bat in his last outing as he completed an excellent fifty. He will want to continue his good form and he will look to play long innings to help his side reach a competitive total. 

Probable best bowler

Maheesh Theekshana:

Sri Lanka's mystery spinner Maheesh Theekshana has been in decent touch in the tournament so far. He has been among the wickets in the last two matches. Theekshana is expected to play a crucial role with the ball in the upcoming encounter. 

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

Also Check: Dream11 Team Prediction for SL vs NED

Disclaimer: This 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.