Sri Lanka takes on Afghanistan in the third T20I of the three-match series on February 21st, Wednesday. SL and AFG will take on one another in the third and last T20I round of the three-match series at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla. Having already won the first two matches, Sri Lanka will hope for a decisive victory.
Sri Lanka vs. Afghanistan 3rd T20I Match Preview
Afghanistan Team Preview
The Afghan team, who are coming from the ODI series whitewash and defeats in the first two T20Is as well. They need to end the defeat tour on a high under captain Ibrahim Zadran’s authority. Afghanistan would look to put on an extraordinary act in the final match.
Their hopes rest significantly on captain Ibrahim Zadran, wicketkeeper-batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Najibullah Zadran, and the versatile all-rounder trio comprising Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai, and Gulbadin Naib to lead the charge with the bat.
Sri Lanka Team Preview
Sri Lanka won the last match effortlessly as their opening batters took on the opposition bowlers from the absolute first ball. Later on, Sadeera Samarawickrama’s half-century permitted the home team to post a 188-run target. Which proved a lot for the Afghan team.
Sri Lanka’s batting contingent depends intensely on the abilities of wicketkeeper-players Kusal Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Pathum Nissanka, and all-rounder Dasun Shanaka to set up significant runs in demand for the scoreboard.
Weather Forecast
According to the weather report, the temperature is supposed to go from 32 to 21 degrees Celsius. Accompanied by a humidity level of 54%. While rain is expected the day before the match, clear skies are forecasted for the duration of the game, ensuring continuous play.
Pitch Report
The pitch at Dambulla Stadium is supposed to offer beginning help to pacers, with spinners becoming possibly the most important factor later in the innings. Generally, it promises to be a batsman-friendly track.
Date and Venue
In a thrilling finale, Sri Lanka and Afghanistan are set to lock in the last T20I on February 21 at the esteemed Dambulla International Stadium. The stuffed experience match was scheduled at 7:00 PM IST, dazzling cricket lovers around the world.
SL vs. AFG 3rd T20I Match Prediction
Toss Prediction
The winning captain of the toss decided to bat first in the previous two games. While Afghanistan might adhere to this procedure, Sri Lanka could pick an alternate methodology and decide to bat.
Winning Prediction
Sri Lanka enters the last T20I conflict as a clear top pick, buoyed by their impeccable form and comprehensive victories in the series. With the shortfall of key players and Afghanistan’s battles. They should have a complete whitewash.
Prediction: Sri Lanka will win the match.
SL vs AFG: Conclusion
Everyone is anticipating the match in the Dambulla International Stadium. As Sri Lanka and Afghanistan gear up for an exhilarating confrontation, promising cricket lovers a memorable match.
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