In Group D of the T20 World Cup, South Africa dominated their first match by bowling out Sri Lanka for just 77, significantly denting Sri Lanka’s net run rate. With Bangladesh, Netherlands, and Nepal also in the group, Sri Lanka can’t afford another slip. While Bangladesh and Sri Lanka were expected to compete for the second Super 8 spot, Netherlands and Nepal pose serious threats. Bangladesh, yet to play, aims to capitalize on Sri Lanka’s vulnerabilities despite their own recent series loss to the USA, a team that has proven competitive. Bangladesh hopes for a challenging surface to test Sri Lanka’s wounded batting lineup.
SL vs BAN: Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas Pitch Report
Saturday’s match is expected to feature a surface that will particularly favor the fast bowlers early on in the innings. The new ball is likely to swing and seam, posing a challenge for the batsmen. Consequently, the team winning the toss may choose to bowl first to exploit these favorable conditions.
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SL vs BAN: Squads
Sri Lanka Squad: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis(w), Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga(c), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara, Dilshan Madushanka, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Dhananjaya de Silva
Bangladesh Squad: Soumya Sarkar, Litton Das(w), Najmul Hossain Shanto(c), Shakib Al Hasan, Towhid Hridoy, Mahmudullah, Rishad Hossain, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Taskin Ahmed, Jaker Ali, Tanzid Hasan, Mahedi Hasan, Tanvir Islam