IND vs SL Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today’s 1st ODI Match Between India vs Sri Lanka?

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Colombo set to witness a high-octane ODI encounter as India and Sri Lanka lock horns in the first match of the three-match series on Friday, August 2. 

The return of cricketing stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli after their T20 World Cup triumph makes this series furthermore interesting. 

With KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer also making a comeback, India has a strong batting lineup. The absence of Hardik Pandya opens the door for Rishabh Pant to shine, while the spin trio of Kuldeep Yadav, Washington Sundar, and Axar Patel will look to dominate the middle overs. 

The pace department is in capable hands with Arshdeep Singh and Mohammed Siraj. Sri Lanka, on the other hand, face a huge blow with the unavailability of key bowlers Matheesha Pathirana and Dilshan Madushanka. 

The hosts will need to regroup quickly and find replacements capable of challenging India’s strong batting order.

Pitch Report 

The Pallekele pitch promises a balanced contest, with both bat and ball expected to come into play. Winning the toss could be crucial, as the team batting first might have an advantage.

Probable Playing XI For India vs Sri Lanka 1st ODI

India Playing XI for 1st ODI

Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Suryakumar Yadav (C), Rishabh Pant (WK), Rinku Singh, Hardik Pandya, Washington Sundar, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Ravi Bishnoi, Mohammed Siraj.

Sri Lanka Playing XI for 1st ODI

Avishka Fernando, Charith Asalanka (C), Dinesh Chandimal, Kusal Mendis (WK), Pathum Nissanka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dasun Shanaka, Matheesha Pathirana, Maheesh Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage, Binura Fernando.

India vs Sri Lanka Head-to-Head Records in T20Is

• India Won: 99
• Sri Lanka Won: 57
• No Result: 11

IND vs SL Match Prediction for 1st ODI

Scenario 1

• India win the toss and opt to bat first
• PowerPlay Score: 60-80 runs
• Total Score: 280-320
• Expected Match Result: India wins the match

Scenario 2

• Sri Lanka win the toss and opt to bowl first
• PowerPlay Score: 50-70
• Total Score: 250-280
• Expected Match Result: India wins the match

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Today’s Match Prediction for India vs Sri Lanka 2024 1st ODI

India is expected to win the 1st ODI against Sri Lanka.

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