SL vs AUS 2nd T20I Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between Sri Lanka and Australia?

Sri Lanka will take on Australia in the second T20I of the three-match series at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. After a disappointing performance from the home side in the opening game, the series is on the line and hence, the island nation will have to come up with a better plan. Sri Lanka’s batting department was cruising at one stage but suffered a massive collapse and that took the momentum entirely from them.

On the other hand, the Australian side was dominant in the first game in both the batting and bowling department and a ten-wicket victory definitely proved that statement too. The Men in Yellow have a strong batting line-up and their playing XI looks much more composed at the moment in terms of balance.

Match Details

Venue: R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.

Date and Time: 8 June, 7:00 pm IST

Telecast & Live Streaming: Star Sports Network & Disney+Hotstar for Live streaming

Pitch Report

R Premadasa has been a high scoring venue usually, however, the previous game saw a little bit of assistance for the fast bowlers. Going by the result in the first game, the skipper that wins the toss will be looking to chase down which looks much relatively easier than posting totals.

Probable Playing XIs for Sri Lanka vs Australia

Sri Lanka

Pathum Nissanka, Danushka Gunathilaka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Charith Asalanka, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Dasun Shanaka (c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Chamika Karunaratne, Dushmantha Chameera, Mahesh Theekshana, Nuwan Thushara

Australia

Aaron Finch (c), David Warner, Mitchell Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Steve Smith, Marcus Stoinis, Matthew Wade (wk), Ashton Agar, Mitchell Swepson, Kane Richardson, Josh Hazlewood

Probable Top Performers

Probable best batter of the match

David Warner:

David Warner played a match-winning innings at the top of the order for Australia and continued his good form from the IPL 2022. The left-hander remained unbeaten on 70 of 44 deliveries with nine boundaries and helped his side record a comfortable victory. Warner played some outstanding strokes in the first game and it is going to be difficult to stop him.

Probable best bowler of the match

Josh Hazlewood:

Josh Hazlewood was awarded the Player of the Match for his brilliant spell of bowling and he looked in excellent rhythm throughout the game. Hazlewood finished with 4 for 16 in his four-over spell at an economy rate of 4. His consistent lines and lengths have been a major factor behind his success.

Today’s Match Prediction: Australia to win the match.

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.