SL vs AFG Match 11, Cricket Tips: Both Super Four spots from Group B are up for grabs. The final game of this group will determine the two teams for the next round. This game will be played between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan on September 18. The match will commence at 8 PM IST at Sheikh Zayed Stadium.
Afghanistan have suffered a defeat against Bangladesh, which has hurt their chances. Now, they need to beat Sri Lanka in this game. NRR will not come into play, as they have the best NRR in this group. Sri Lanka have a strong chance of qualifying, irrespective of the result. But they will look to get a win and continue the momentum.
SL vs AFG: Match Details
Date: September 18 (Thursday)
Time: 8 PM IST
Venue: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
SL vs AFG: Live Streaming Details
The live telecast of the SL vs AFG game on Thursday will be provided on Sony Sports Networks. Fans in India can watch the live stream on the FanCode or Sony LIV platforms.
SL vs AFG: Head-to-Head in T20Is
Total Matches: 8
Sri Lanka: 5
Afghanistan: 3
No Result: 0
SL vs AFG: Ground Pitch Report
Sheikh Zayed Stadium offers a bowling-friendly wicket, which is largely in favor of the spinners. The toss will be crucial, and chasing will be recommended here. For spinners, there will be more turn when they bowl slowly.
SL vs AFG: Possible XIs
Sri Lanka: Kusal Mendis (wk), Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Charith Asalanka (c), Kusal Perera, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Nuwan Thushara
Afghanistan: Sediqullah Atal, Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Karim Janat, Rashid Khan (c), Noor Ahmad, Allah Ghazanfar, Fazalhaq Farooqi
SL vs AFG: Player to Watch Out For
Probable Best Batter
Pathum Nissanka will be key for Sri Lanka at the top, and Sediq Atal will be the one to watch out for from Afghanistan.
Probable Best Bowler
The role of Dushmantha Chameera will be crucial with the new ball, whereas a lot will depend on how Rashid Khan bowls in this game for Afghanistan.
Today Match Prediction: Afghanistan have the spinners to control the game, but they would like to bat first. But Sri Lanka are likely to win because of the overall combination they have in both departments.
Disclaimer: The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
