Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan 3rd ODI today match prediction. We provide 100 % sure today cricket match prediction tips and dream11 fantasy team by raja babu. Who will win today’s match SL vs AFG? Live score with the ball-by-ball update. Cricket toss prediction.
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The world is ready to witness yet another big battle of ODI cricket. The 3rd ODI match of the Afghanistan tour of Sri Lanka, 2023 is scheduled to be held on Wednesday, 7th June 2023 at Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium, Hambantota. We are posting 100 safe, perfect, and accurate today match prediction for all matches of Sri Lanka and Afghanistan.
The situation of this series of Sri Lanka and Afghanistan is very interesting as both teams had won one match each and this match had become the final of this series. Sri Lanka lost the first match by a big margin but they come back strong and won the next match with a big margin of 132 runs. Afghanistan had a winning start to this tour of Sri Lanka and won the first match but they totally failed to give the best performance and lost the second ODI match by a huge margin. Both teams will play this match with full force as they have to win this match at any cost.
Sri Lanka Reviews
Sri Lanka outclassed Afghanistan in the previous match in each and every department of the game. The batting order of this team was not good in the first match but the way how they performed in the previous match was just outstanding. They won the toss and decided to bat first and scored 323 runs in 50 overs. Almost each and every batsman from their side put some runs on the board. Kusal Mendis was the most successful and highest run-scorer from their side with 78 runs to his name on 75 balls with the help of seven boundaries and one huge six. Dimuth Karunaratne also had an outstanding performance with the bat and put some runs on the board. He scored 52 runs while he faced 62 balls and smashed seven huge sixes.
Sadeera Samarawickrama was the other batsman who put some runs on the board. He scored 44 runs on 46 balls with the help of five boundaries. Pathum Nissanka scored 43 runs. He faced 56 balls and smashed six boundaries during his inning. Dhananjaya de Silva remained not out after scoring 29 runs. The bowling unit of Sri Lanka also performed well and the previous match and send the full team of Afghanistan back to the pavilion with a total of 191 runs in 42.1 overs. Dhananjaya de Silva was the most successful bowler from their side with three wickets to his name in ten overs against 39 runs. Wanindu Hasaranga also had an outstanding performance with the ball and picked three wickets in nine overs while he was charged for 42 runs. He was the only bowler from their side with two maiden overs. Dushmantha Chameera was the other bowler who had an outstanding performance and picked two wickets in seven overs against just 18 runs. Maheesh Theekshana and the skipper, Dasun Shanaka picked one wicket each.
Afghanistan Reviews
Afghanistan had an outstanding performance in the first match of this series but they totally failed to continue the winning momentum and faced a heavy defeat by the margin of 132 runs. Afghanistan is very rich when it comes to the bowling department but they failed to stop the batting order of Sri Lanka from scoring the runs and leaked 323 runs in 50 overs. Mohammad Nabi was the most successful bowler from their side with two wickets in his account in ten overs against 52 runs. Fareed Ahmad was the other bowler who performed well and picked two wickets in nine overs while he was charged for 61 runs.
Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Noor Ahmad picked one wicket each while Fazalhaq Farooqi and Azmatullah Omarzai were the bowlers who failed to pick any wicket. The batting order of Afghanistan performed well in the first match but they totally collapsed in the second ODI match and their full team came back to the pavilion on a total of 191 runs in 42.1 overs while chasing the target of 324 runs. The skipper, Hashmatullah Shahidi was the most successful and highest run-scorer from their side with 57 runs to his account on 62 balls with the help of six boundaries. Ibrahim Zadran also had an outstanding performance with the bat and scored 54 runs. He face 75 balls and smashed two boundaries and the same huge sixes. Rahmat Shah scored 36 runs while Azmatullah Omarzai could manage to score 28 runs.
Sri Lanka ODI History and Stats
Sri Lanka had played a total of 887 ODI matches where they won 402 matches and opposing teams won 441 matches. Their 39 matches were ended with no result and 5 matches were tied.
Afghanistan ODI History and Stats
Afghanistan had played a total of 143 ODI matches so far. They won 71 while other teams won 67 matches. 4 matches of Afghanistan came with no result and 1 match was tied.
SL vs AFG Head-to-Head History and Stats
Sri Lanka had played 9 ODI matches against Afghanistan where they won 5 matches and Afghanistan had won 3 matches and 1 match came with no result.
Favorite Team in Today Match Prediction
According to today prediction, Sri Lanka is the favorite team to win this match. The reasons why Sri Lanka is a favorite team in this match, are mentioned below:
- Sri Lanka won the previous match with a handsome margin
- Sri Lanka has a decent record while playing against Afghanistan
- Sri Lanka had won two out of the most recent three matches against Afghanistan
- The batting order of Sri Lanks is in superb form
- The main bowlers of Sri Lanka are also in good form
Winning Chances of Today Match for the Both Sides
Sri Lanka is overall a strong and experienced team and they have a decent record while playing in their home conditions. They have strong batting order and bowling unit, so the winning chances of Sri Lanka for today’s match have been increased. The equation of winning chances of both teams for today’s match is mentioned as under.
Sri Lanka has a 54% chance to win this match
Afghanistan has a 46% chance to win this match
Toss Prediction in Today Match Prediction
The toss is going to play an important role in the decision of each and every match of this series. According to our toss prediction, the team who will win the toss may elect to bat first.
Pitch Report and Conditions for Today Match
The 3rd ODI match of Afghanistan tour of Sri Lanka is going to be held at Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium, Hambantota. The pitch at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium is typically prepared to provide a fair contest between bat and ball. The nature of the pitch can vary, but it generally favors spinners and offers assistance to fast bowlers in the early stages of a match. The outfield is usually well-maintained and provides fast and true conditions for fielders and batsmen. The grass is kept short to allow for quick movement and good ball tracking.
Today Match Weather Report
The weather forecast in Hambantota on match day is not good for a cricket game. There are some chances of rain but we are hoping for a full match to watch.
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SL vs AFG Possible Playing 11
Sri Lanka Playing 11
Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Mendis (wk), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dasun Shanaka (c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Kasun Rajitha.
Afghanistan Playing 11
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Mohammad Nabi, Najibullah Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Fareed Ahmad Malik.
Dream 11 Predictions for Today’s Match
Dream11 Prediction for Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan. After checking the latest player’s availability, the Dream 11 Team for this match of Sri Lanka and Afghanistan is mentioned under.
SL vs AFG DREAM11 FANTASY TEAM LINEUP
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Today Match Time & Date
Date: Wednesday, 7th June 2023
Time: 04:30 AM GMT / 10:00 AM LOCAL / 10:00 PM IST
Venue Details, Facts and History
The venue for the 3rd match of SL vs AFG is Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium, Hambantota. It was named after the former President of Sri Lanka, Mahinda Rajapaksa, who initiated the construction of the stadium. The venue is primarily used for hosting international cricket matches. The stadium was inaugurated on March 18, 2011, with a One Day International (ODI) match between Sri Lanka and Canada. It is one of the largest cricket stadiums in Sri Lanka and has a seating capacity of around 35,000 spectators.
The Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium is known for its picturesque location, situated near the southern coast of Sri Lanka. The stadium’s design incorporates elements inspired by the natural environment, such as its roof resembling the wings of a bird. The venue also features floodlights, allowing for day-night matches. In addition to cricket matches, the stadium has hosted other sporting events, including matches of the Sri Lanka Premier League (SLPL), a domestic T20 cricket tournament. It has also been used for non-sporting events like concerts and cultural festivals.
Venue Scoring Pattern in ODIs
Total matches: 23
Matches won batting first: 9
Matches won bowling first: 11
Average 3rd Inns scores: 251
Average 2nd Inns scores: 197
Highest total recorded: 368/4 (50 Ov) by SL vs PAK
Lowest total recorded: 112/10 (33.1 Ov) by KEN vs PAK
Highest score chased: 312/2 (47.2 Ov) by SL vs ZIM
Lowest score defended: 314/6 (50 Ov) by IND vs SL
Sri Lanka ODI Squad
Dasun Shanaka (c), Kusal Mendis (wk & vc), Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Angelo Mathews, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya De Silva, Sadeera Samarawickrama (wk), Chamika Karunaratne, Dushan Hemantha, Wanindu Hasaranga, Lahiru Kumara, Dushmantha Chameera, Kasun Rajitha, Matheesha Pathirana, Maheesh Theekshana.
Afghanistan ODI Squad
Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Rahmat Shah (vc), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ikram Alikhil (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Riaz Hassan, Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, Abdul Rahman, Fazal Haq Farooqi and Farid Ahmad Malik, Gulbadain Naib, Shahidullah Kamal, Yamin Ahmadzai, and Zia ur Rahman Akbar.
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