Fantasy Tips – Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe tour of Sri Lanka 2024, 2nd ODI Match. Who Will Win, On January 08, 2024

The excitement continues as the 2nd ODI match of the Ireland tour of Zimbabwe 2023 is on the horizon. Scheduled for Monday, 8th January 2023, this clash will see Zimbabwe and Ireland face off at the Harare Sports Club in Harare. Cricket enthusiasts can certainly look forward to another thrilling encounter on the field.

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January 8, 2024

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January 8, 2024

Mainul Islam

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Fantasy Tips – Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe tour of Sri Lanka 2024, 2nd ODI Match. Who Will Win, On January 08, 2024

The excitement continues as the 2nd ODI match of the Ireland tour of Zimbabwe 2023 is on the horizon. Scheduled for Monday, 8th January 2023, this clash will see Zimbabwe and Ireland face off at the Harare Sports Club in Harare. Cricket enthusiasts can certainly look forward to another thrilling encounter on the field.

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Match Details -SL vs ZIM:

Match: Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe, 2nd ODI Match, Zimbabwe tour of Sri Lanka 2024
Date and Time: January 08, 09:00 am GMT / 02:30 pm IST / 03:00 pm BD
Venue: R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo

SL vs ZIM Preview

Sri Lanka: Sri Lanka came into the series as the expected dominant force against Zimbabwe, and their performance in the first ODI validated that perspective. If Sri Lanka can replicate another strong display with both bat and ball, they should comfortably secure a victory..

Zimbabwe: While Zimbabwe’s bowlers displayed depth and the knack for taking wickets by restricting Sri Lanka to 273/9, their top-order batting seemed inadequate for this level of play. This deficiency might persist as a significant challenge for them in the upcoming ODI as well.

SL vs ZIM Possible Playing XI:

Sri Lanka: Kusal Mendis (C & WK), Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Charith Asalanka, Dasun Shanaka, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Dunith Wellalage, Dilshan Madushanka.

Zimbabwe: Craig Ervine (Captain), Joylord Gumbie (Wicket-Keeper), Milton Shumba, Tinashe Kamunhukamwe, Sikandar Raza, Ryan Burl, Luke Jongwe, Faraz Akram, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, Wellington Masakadza.

SL vs ZIM Dream11 Fantasy Team

Captain: Sikandar Raza
Vice-Captain: Dilshan Madushanka
Kusal Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Craig Ervine, Ryan Burl, Charith Asalanka, Dunith Wellalage, Dasun Shanaka, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani.

SL vs ZIM Head-To-Head Records in ODI

Stats	Match	SL Won	ZIM Won	NR	Tie
Overall	62	47	12	3	0
Recent 5 Matches	5	3	1	1	0

SL vs ZIM Win Prediction

Despite the anticipated rain in the forecast for the match’s scheduled hours, most experts foresee a likely outcome on Monday. Zimbabwe showed glimpses of promise with the ball, but they struggled to gain control over Sri Lanka, and with Richard Ngarava likely absent, their bowling unit might be depleted. Given Sri Lanka’s superior performance in the previous match, the prediction favors them to secure a victory in this 2nd ODI against Zimbabwe.

SL vs ZIM Toss Prediction

Sri Lanka’s decision to bat first after winning the toss on Saturday might set a trend for the upcoming match. It’s anticipated that both teams, if winning the toss, would likely prefer to bat first in this game as well.

SL vs ZIM Pitch Report

The R Premadasa Stadium didn’t offer significant pace and bounce in the opening game, and similar conditions are anticipated. Therefore, a score surpassing 280 runs would be considered above par at this venue.

SL vs ZIM Weather Report

Despite the forecast indicating a possibility of rain and potential thunderstorms during the match, it seems there should be sufficient time available on Monday to secure a result.

Venue Information

Venue: R.Premadasa Stadium
City: Colombo
Capacity: 35,000
Ends: Khettarama End, Scoreboard End
Hosts to: Sri Lanka

ZIM vs IRE Squad:

Sri Lanka Squad: Kusal Mendis (C), Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Janith Liyanage,Sadeera Samarawickrama,Charith Asalanka, Sahan Arachchige, Nuwanidu Fernando, Dasun Shanaka, Maheesh Theekshana, Dilshan Madushanka, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Pramod Madushan, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jeffrey Vandersay, Akila Dananjaya.

Zimbabwe Squad: Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Craig Ervine, Trevor Gwandu, Luke Jongwe, Clive Madande, Wessly Madhevere, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Brandon Mavuta, Carl Mumba, Tony Munyonga, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, Sean Williams, Tinashe Kamunhukamwe, Wellington Masakadza.