SL Vs WI 2nd T20I | Playing 11 Prediction, Preview And Live Streaming

Mendis and Lewis will be crucial for their respective teams [Source: @windiescricket, @OfficialSLC/X]Mendis and Lewis will be crucial for their respective teams [Source: @windiescricket, @OfficialSLC/X]

On Tuesday, Sri Lanka will lock horns with West Indies in the second T20I of the ongoing three-match series at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla, Sri Lanka. The much-awaited clash will begin at 7.00 PM IST and can be watched live on Sony Sports Network and FanCode. 

SL Vs WI 2nd T20I: Team Previews

Sri Lanka

Led by Charith Asalanka, Sri Lanka had a torrid start to the home series, losing the first game convincingly by five wickets. Despite suffering a top-order collapse, the Lankan Lions powered themselves to a respectable 179-run total, riding on scintillating half-centuries from Kamindu Mendis and skipper Asalanka. 

Although Matheesha Pathirana bagged two crucial wickets, the other Lankan bowlers disappointed the hosts, with West Indies chasing the target in the last over. So, moving on to this match, Sri Lanka would like better returns from their core players, particularly Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis and Wanindu Hasaranga. 

West Indies

On the other hand, West Indies must be eyeing a series win with one game left. Led by Shamar Joseph and Romario Shepherd, their fast bowling unit put up a commendable effort in the first T20I. While Gudakesh Motie got the prized wicket of Kusal Mendis, Roston Chase was impressive with his gentle off-breaks. 

Regarding the visitors' batting department, the swashbuckling opening duo of Brandon King and Evin Lewis fired on all cylinders, making things significantly easier for them. These batters struck blazing fifties before the middle-order batters accomplished the chase with five balls to spare. 

Thus, despite missing Pooran and Russell, West Indies managed to stun the Lankans and would like to extend their dream run in the series. 

SL Vs WI 2nd T20I: Match Details And Live Streaming

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Date and TimeOctober 15, 7.00 PM IST
VenueRangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla
Live Broadcast and streamingFanCode, Sony Sports TEN Network, Sony LIV

SL Vs WI 2nd T20I: Dambulla Pitch Report

The pitch at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium will favour the batters. However, the new-ball bowlers might find a hint of seam movement, with the spinners getting decent turn in the middle overs. Considering how the pitch behaved in the first T20I, the toss-winner might opt to bowl unless the same strip is reused. 

SL Vs WI 2nd T20I: Probable Playing XIs

Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (WK), Avishka Fernando, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka (C), Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Wanindu Hasaranga, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara

West Indies: Evin Lewis, Brandon King, Shai Hope (WK), Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Rovman Powell (C), Sherfane Rutherford, Shamar Springer, Alzarri Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph

SL Vs WI 2nd T20I: Winner Prediction

Considering the strength of both teams, we reckon West Indies will emerge victorious in this match.