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Bangladesh are poised to face Sri Lanka in the final T20I match of the three-game series on Saturday (March 9) at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium.
Following an emphatic eight-wicket win in the second T20I, Bangladesh have leveled the series after Sri Lanka’s narrow three-run victory in the initial game. With the series now deadlocked, both teams are brimming with motivation to secure triumph in the upcoming crucial encounter.
T20I Stats and Records at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium:
- Total matches: 50
- Matches won batting first: 29
- Matches won bowling first: 21
- Average first innings scores: 131
- Average second innings scores: 105
- Highest total recorded: 210/4 (20 Overs) by Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh
- Lowest total recorded: 33/10 (9.5 Overs) by Malaysia Women vs Sri Lanka Women
- Highest score chased: 193/4 (13.5 Overs) by Netherlands vs Ireland
- Lowest score defended: 83/5 (18.1 Overs) by Sri Lanka Women vs Bangladesh Women
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Sylhet International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report:
The Sylhet International Cricket Stadium’s pitch is celebrated for its spin-friendly nature, creating a substantial challenge for batters in run accumulation. As the match progresses, the track progressively becomes even more favorable for spin bowlers, giving an advantage to the team choosing to bat first after winning the toss. While batters will have the chance to amass significant runs, patience and well-timed strokes, particularly in the powerplay, are crucial for success.
Sylhet Weather Forecast:
The conclusive T20I clash between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka in Sylhet is expected to be rain-free, offering ideal playing conditions. The temperature is forecasted to be around 29 degrees Celsius, accompanied by a humidity level of approximately 52%. A gentle breeze of about 11 km/h is expected, providing a comfortable and favorable environment for the exciting match ahead.
BAN vs SL 2024, 3rd T20I, Probable Playing XI:
Bangladesh: Soumya Sarkar, Litton Das (wk), Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Towhid Hridoy, Mahmudullah, Jaker Ali, Mahedi Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Rishad Hossain, Mustafizur Rahman
Sri Lanka: Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (wk), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka (c), Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka, Maheesh Theekshana, Akila Dananjaya, Binura Fernando, Matheesha Pathirana
