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Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe 2nd T20I Predictions - Nissanka to get Sri Lanka off to winning start

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The upcoming T20I match between Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe sees both teams looking to overcome recent losing streaks. Sri Lanka, with its more experienced squad, is expected to leverage its international credentials to secure victory, particularly on Pakistan wickets. Key players like Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Perera could propel Sri Lanka, while Zimbabwe's hopes rest on the form of Brian Bennett and Sikandar Raza. The absence of injuries in the Sri Lankan team boosts their preparedness, but Zimbabwe's top-order performance and solid bowling could challenge Sri Lanka's batting line-up.

Simon Lewis 1 hour ago
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  • Pathum Nissanka scored 107 off 58 balls against India in the Asia Cup in his last T20I innings.
  • Brian Bennett scored 49 off 36 balls against Pakistan in the opening match of the Tri-Series.
  • Can Sri Lanka end their three-match losing streak in T20Is?
Pathum Nissanka
Pathum Nissanka pushes a single to leg against Pakistan (Getty Images).

Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe Predictions


Both sides have lost a string of their last few T20Is as well as ODIs, but Sri Lanka have a strong squad in terms of international experience and credentials. On Pakistan wickets this should be a comfortable win for Sri Lanka.
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  • Sri Lanka Form
  • Sri Lanka Team News
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  • Sri Lanka’s Pathum Nissanka has scored 107, 29, 24 & 24 in his last 4 innings.
  • Sri Lanka’s Kusal Perera hit nine boundaries in his 32-ball 58 against India in his last T20I innings.
  • Zimbabwe’s Brian Bennett has scored 24, 47, 36* & 49 in his last 5 innings.
  • Zimbabwe’s Sikandar Raza scored 34* off 24 balls in the opening match against Pakistan.

Head-to-Head


Sri Lanka have won three and lost two of their last five matches against Zimbabwe.

Sri Lanka Form


Sri Lanka made it three T20I defeats on the bounce when they lost to India in an Asia Cup super over after ending the match in a tie. They have also lost their last three ODIs on the bounce.  

Pathum Nissanka has been in good form with the bat, scoring 22-plus in eight of his last 10 innings, including two 50s and a 100. Kusal Mendis has scored 74*, 34, 20 & 34 in his last seven innings, which included three ducks on the bounce.

Wanindu Hasaranga has been Sri Lanka’s best bowler, taking 2/22, 2/27 and 3/54 in his last five whiteball matches, along with scoring 59 & 37* in his last two knocks. Dushmantha Chameera has been a consistent performer with the ball, taking five wickets in his last five matches, including 2/58 against Pakistan.

Sri Lanka Team News


There are no injury reports from the Sri Lanka squad.

Zimbabwe Form


Zimbabwe slipped to their fourth defeat on the bounce when they lost to Pakistan by five wickets in the opening match of the Tri-Series.

Brian Bennett is enjoying a great run of form with the bat, scoring 36-plus in six of his last 10 innings. Sikandar Raza has scored 65, 37, 51 and 34* in his last five innings. Tadiwanashe Marumani’s last five innings include 39, 74*, 23 & 30. 

Brad Evans is in good form with the ball, taking 2/26 in the loss to Pakistan in the first match of the series. In his previous five bowling innings he took 5/22, 1/33, 2/21 and 2/33. 

Zimbabwe Team News


Zimbabwe need a strong contribution from their top-order, but they will be looking to their bowlers to strike hard against a Sri Lanka side that is strong in batting but is prone to collapses in the face of excellent bowling.

Verdict

I am backing Sri Lanka to win. I am also backing Pathum Nissanka to top score for Sri Lanka.

Brian Bennett is a good bet to top score for Zimbabwe.
      
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