SL vs PAK: Pakistan will lock horns against Sri Lanka in the 2nd Test of the Sri Lanka tour of Pakistan, 2023 on Monday, July 24, 2023, at Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo.
Pakistan’s emphatic four-wicket win in the first test has set the tone for the series, and they now seek to continue their winning form, eyeing a clean sweep against Sri Lanka in the upcoming match.
On the other hand, Sri Lanka displayed their fighting spirit in the series opener, and now they seek to build upon that performance in the second match, with the goal of achieving a series draw.
Here are the match details, pitch report, probable playing 11, squads, player records/stats and dream11 fantasy team predictions for the 2nd Test of the Sri Lanka tour of Pakistan, 2023.
SL vs PAK Match Details
- Match: Sri Lanka vs Pakistan, 2nd Test
- Date: Monday, July 24, 2023
- Time: 10:00 AM (IST) | 4:30 AM (GMT) | 10:00 AM (Local)
- Venue: Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo
Pitch Report For SL vs PAK, 2nd Test
The pitch at this venue is likely to offer good assistance to bowlers, especially the spinners. Batting teams will need to be patient and accumulate runs steadily. If a team wins the toss, they should seriously consider bowling first to capitalize on the pitch conditions.
Pitch Stats of Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo For SL vs PAK, 2nd Test
- Total matches played: 43
- Matches won batting first: 23
- Matches won bowling first: 14
- No Result/Draw: 6
- Average 1st Inns scores: 366
- Average 2nd Inns scores: 310
- Average 3rd Inns scores: 233
- Average 4th Inns scores: 158
- Highest total recorded: 704/3 (151 Ov) by SL vs IRE
- Lowest total recorded: 73/10 (28.5 Ov) by RSA vs SL
Probable Playing XI For SL vs PAK, 2nd Test
Sri Lanka Playing XI
Dimuth Karunaratne (C), Sadeera Samarawickrama (WK), Nishan Madushka, Kusal Mendis, Angelo Mathews, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dinesh Chandimal, Ramesh Mendis, Prabath Jayasuriya, Vishwa Fernando, Asitha Fernando/Dilshan Madushanka.
Pakistan Playing XI
Babar Azam (C), Sarfaraz Ahmed (WK), Abdullah Shafique, Imam-ul-Haq, Shan Masood, Saud Shakeel, Agha Salman, Nauman Ali, Abrar Ahmed, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah.
Stats of Sri Lanka & Pakistan Form in Last 5 Matches
SL Form
PAK Form
SL vs PAK Player Record/Stats (Must Picks) For 2nd Test
| Player | Stats (This Series) |
|---|---|
| Saud Shakeel | 238 Runs |
| Dhananjaya de Silva | 204 Runs |
| Prabath Jayasuriya | 7 Wickets & 14 Runs |
| Ramesh Mendis | 6 Wickets & 47 Runs |
| Abrar Ahmed | 6 Wickets & 10 Runs |
| Nauman Ali | 5 Wickets & 25 Runs |
| Shaheen Afridi | 5 Wickets |
| Agha Salman | 89 Wickets |
| Angelo Mathews | 71 Wickets |
SL vs PAK Captaincy Picks For 2nd Test Between Sri Lanka vs Pakistan
- Dhananjaya de Silva
- Babar Azam
- Agha Salman
SL vs PAK Dream11 Prediction – Fantasy Team Suggesting For 2nd Test
Sri Lanka vs Pakistan – Fantasy Team 1
- Wicket-Keeper: Sadeera Samarawickrama
- Batters: Angelo Mathews, Dimuth Karunaratne, Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel
- All-Rounders: Dhananjaya de Silva, Ramesh Mendis, Agha Salman
- Bowlers: Prabath Jayasuriya, Abrar Ahmed, Shaheen Afridi
- Captain: Dhananjaya de Silva
- Vice-Captain: Agha Salman
Sri Lanka vs Pakistan – Fantasy Team 2
- Wicket-Keeper: Sarfaraz Ahmed
- Batters: Angelo Mathews, Dimuth Karunaratne, Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel
- All-Rounders: Dhananjaya de Silva, Ramesh Mendis, Agha Salman
- Bowlers: Prabath Jayasuriya, Shaheen Afridi, Nauman Ali
- Captain: Babar Azam
- Vice-Captain: Dhananjaya de Silva
SL vs PAK Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today’s Match?
Sri Lanka is expected to win this match.
SL vs PAK 2nd Test Live Streaming and Broadcast, Where to watch?
- Online Streaming: SonyLiv
- TV Broadcast: Sony Sports Network
Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team for the fantasy game please consider the points mentioned and make your own decision at the time of making your team.
