BAN vs SL: 1st T20I Fantasy Predictions, Tips, Teams, Pitch Report & Top Picks

BAN vs SL, T20I series: Fantasy Tips for the first T20I (Source: x.com)BAN vs SL, T20I series: Fantasy Tips for the first T20I (Source: x.com)

Bangladesh (BAN) are on a tour of Sri Lanka (SL) where they'll be playing a three-match T20I series, three-match ODI series and two test matches. This will be the first T20I game of the series. The match will be played at the Sylhet Stadium in Sylhet on 4th March 2024 at 5:30 PM IST.

Ahead of the game, here is a look at the top fantasy predictions, tips, the pitch report and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match. 

Sri Lanka will be without Wanindu Hasaranga who's serving a 2-match ban and Kusal Perera is also ruled out of the series. Hasaranga is a key player for Sri Lanka and the others players will have to be on their toes in his absence. Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka, Kusal Mendis and others will be the key players for them in this series.

Bangladesh, meanwhile, are also without some of their big names in this series. Players who did well in the recently concluded Bangladesh Premier League have been given the chance in this series. The onus will be on the experienced players like Mahmudullah and Litton Das to guide the youngsters and do well as a team. 


BAN vs SL Head-to-Head Stats

Sri Lanka has had the upper hand against Bangladesh in T20Is. They've won 9 of the 13 matches played between the two teams.

StatsMatches
Sri Lanka Won
Bangladesh Won
Overall1394
At Sylhet110


BAN vs SL Pitch Report

The pitch at Sylhet is traditionally on the slower side with ample help for the spinners. Run scoring is demanding. It was a good one for batting in the BPL. There will be some help for the pacers with the new ball before the spinners come into play. All-rounders will be a must in your fantasy teams. 

Fantasy Value from Pitch Report

  • All-rounders, spinners and death bowlers (first innings) will be a must in your fantasy teams. 
  • Top order batters from the second innings can have their day in this game.
  • Try to pick top three or top four batters from both the teams. 


BAN vs SL Fantasy Cricket Tips

Scenario: Sri Lanka Heavy Fantasy XI

  • Charith Asalanka, Sadeera Samarawickrama & Akila Danajaya (if plays) will be the top differentials. 
  • Pathirana will be an excellent captain pick if you're going Sri Lanka heavy. 

Scenario: Bangladesh Heavy Fantasy XI

  • Try to pick all Bangladesh pacers. Naim Sheikh, Rishad Hossain Najmul Hossain Shanto and Anamul Haque will be the game changers in fantasy cricket. 
  • Mustafizur Rahman and Shoriful Islam will be good Captain or vice-captain choices. 


BAN vs SL Winner Predictions

Both teams are looking lighter with the bat but Bangladesh are too dependent on their top order to do the bulk of the scoring. Sri Lanka despite the absence of Hasaranga will have the upper hand and are expected to win this game. 


BAN vs SL Top Player Picks

Angelo Mathews (SL)

Angelo Mathews was in excellent form in the recent series against Afghanistan. He will be a key batter in the middle order and will bowl 2-3 overs as well. He will fetch points with both bat and ball. 

Matheesha Pathirana (SL)

Pathirana is bowling really quick. He was clocking 150+ was quite often in the series against Afghanistan. He picks up wickets in clusters on his day and will be a top pick for this game. 

Mahedi Hasan (BAN)

Mahedi Hasan will bowl 4 overs and he's capable with the bat as well. He performed with both bat and ball in BPL and will be a key player for his side in this series. 

Shoriful Islam (BAN)

Shoriful Islam will bowl with the new ball and is a genuine wicket-taker upfront. He is good in the death overs too and will be the lead pacer for Bangladesh. Shoriful was the highest wicket-taker of BPL 2024.


BAN vs SL Differential Picks

Akila Dananjaya (SL)

Akila Dananjaya will be a key bowler in Hasaranga's absence. He has been in good form in recent times and can help you win big in fantasy cricket if he gets going. Akila can pick up 2-3 wickets in this game.

Mustafizur Rahman (BAN)

Mustafizur Rahman will be a top differential pick if Bangladesh bowls first. He is a death overs specialist and can pick up a few wickets while bowling first. He bowls at a decent pace and has a good slower delivery. 


BAN vs SL Fantasy Expert Advice

Death bowlers from first innings, all-rounders and spinners will be a must in your fantasy teams. Top order batters from second innings will be important. Death bowlers and all-rounders will be top C/VC options for this match.


BAN vs SL Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

Wicket-keepers: Kusal Mendis, Litton Das
Batters: Charith Asalanka
All-rounders: Angelo Mathews, Mahedi Hasan
Bowlers: Matheesha Pathirana, Maheesh Theekshana, Shoriful Islam, Akila Dananjaya

Captain: Angelo Mathews
Vice-Captain: Matheesha Pathirana

Bangladesh: 4 Players, Sri Lanka: 7 Players


BAN vs SL Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

Wicket-keepers: Kusal Mendis, Litton Das, Sadeera Samarawickrama
Batters: Charith Asalanka
All-rounders: Angelo Mathews, Mahedi Hasan
Bowlers: Matheesha Pathirana, Maheesh Theekshana, Shoriful Islam, Akila Dananjaya, Rishad Hossain

Captain: Matheesha Pathirana
Vice-Captain: Mahedi Hasan

Bangladesh: 4 Players, Sri Lanka: 7 Players