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The three-match ODI series between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka stands at 1-1 goꦇing into the decisive third and final game which is scheduled for Monday (March 18) at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram.
Both teams have registered wins in one match each, so the outcome of the series will be determined by the result of the upcoming ODI. Following a convincing victory in the opening game, Bangladesh faced defeat in the second ODI, allowing Sri Lanka to sei🌳ze the opportunity ꦜand emerge victorious.
ODI Stats and Records at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium:
- Total Matches: 30
- Matches won batting first: 11
- Matches won bowling first: 19
- Average 1st Inns score: 226
- Average 2nd Inns score: 189
- Highest total recorded: 409/8 (50 Overs) by India vs Bangladesh
- Lowest total recorded: 44/10 (24.5 Overs) by Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh
- Highest score chased: 288/3 (42.1 Overs) by Bangladesh vs Zimbabwe
- Lowest score defended: 169/9 (43 Overs) by Bangladesh vs Afghanistan
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Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium Pitch Report
The Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium is famed for its pitch favouring bowlers, providing a considerable challenge for batters. Its sluggish surface makes scoring swiftly a𝄹 daunting endeavour, posing a tough challenge for the batting side. Nonetheless, as the match progresses, spinners benefit greatly from the pitch conditions, especially in the latter pha🤪ses of the game
Chattogram Weather Forecast:
The weather forecast promises ideal conditions for an exciting showdown between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka with the presence 💙of sunny skies and clear weather, ensuring no interruptions due to rain. The temperature will be plea✨sant, with readings around 35 degrees Celsius, accompanied by a moderate humidity level of 40%. A gentle breeze, blowing at approximately 19 kmph, adds to the overall comfort of the conditions
BAN vs SL 2024, 3rd ODI – Probable Playing XI:
Bangladesh: Jaker Ali, Soumya Sarkar, Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), ꦰTowhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Mahmudullah, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Tanzim Hasan Sakib
Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (c & wk), Sadeꦺera Samarawickrama, Charith Asala🔯nka, Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Pramod Madushan, Lahiru Kumara, Chamika Karunaratne
