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Sri Lanka are poised to encounter Zimbabwe in the second T20I of the three-match series on Tuesday. Following their triumphant 3-wicket performance in the series opener at Colombo’s R. Premadasa Stadium, the Islanders eager to secure an insurmountable 2-0 lead.
On the flip side, Zimbabwe are resolute in their determinati♓on to mount a comeback at the same v𒀰enue.
T20I Stats and Records at R. Premadasa Stadium
- Total matches: 56
- Matches won batting first: 23
- Matches won bowling first: 32
- Average first innings scores: 143
- Average second innings scores: 128
- Highest total recorded: 215/5 (19.4 Ov) by Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka
- Lowest total recorded: 80/10 (17.2 Ov) by Afghanistan vs England
- Highest score chased: 215/5 (19.4 Ov) by Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka
- Lowest score defended: 115/6 (20 Ov) by South Africa vs Sri Lanka
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R. Premadasa Stadium Pitch Report
The R. Premadasa Stadium pitch tends to favour batsmen in the initial phases of the game, transitioning into a wicket conducive to spinners as the match progresses. Anticipated is a well-balanced competition between bat and ball throughout ♌the encounter at this venue. Chasing a target on this pitch might present difficulties, making the decision to bat first a probable preference for the winning toss capt🃏ain.
Colombo Weather Forecast:
The weather forecast for the second T20I match between Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe in Colombo looks favoura🌺ble, as the chances of rain have decreased, assuring spectators of an uninterrupted and complete match. The expected temperature is around 29 degrees Celsius, with a humidity level of approximately 61%. Furthermore, the forecast indicates a moderate wind speed of 14 kilometres per hour.
SL vs ZIM 2nd T20I, Probable Playing XI
Sri Lanka: Kusal Mendis (wk), Pathum Nissanka, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Wanindu ♌Hasaranga (c), Dhananjaya de Silva, Angelo Mathews, 𓆏Dasun Shanaka, Dushmantha Chameera, Dilshan Madushanka, Maheesh Theekshana
Zimbabwe: Ryan Burl, Craig Ervine, Joylord Gumbie (wk), Tinashe Kamunhukamwe, Sean Williams, Sikandar Raza (c), Brian Bennett, Luke Jongwe, Welling𝐆ton Maꦜsakadza, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava
