Sri Lanka are gearing up to clash with Afghanistan in the highly anticipated third and final T20I of their thrilling three-match series at the Rangiri Da??mbulla International Stad??ium on Monday, February 21.

Having dominated the series so far with convincing victories in the first two matches, the Lankans are in prime position to clinch a series whitewash. Buoyed by their stellar performances, Sri Lanka will be aiming to maintain their winning streak and se??cure another triumph on home turf.

Meanwhile, Afghanistan, trailing 0-2 in the series, are determined to salvage some pride with a consolation victory in the final encounter. With their pride at stake, the ??Afghan side will be eager to put up a strong fight and end the series on a positive note.

T20I stats and records at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium:

• Total matches: 4
• Matches won batting first: 3
• Matches won bowling first: 2
• Average 1st innings scores: 149
• Average 2nd innings scores: 128
• Highest total recorded: 187/6 (20 Overs) by Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan
• Lowest total recorded: 115 (17 overs) by Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka
• Highest score chased: 141/3 (17 Overs) by Sri Lanka Women vs India Women
• Lowest score defended: 160 (19 Overs) by Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan

Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium Pitch Report:

The track at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium favours both batters and bowlers. Initially, the new ball provides conducive bounce, but as the game progresses, spinners are expected to play a more significant role, leveraging the pitch’s ability to offer improved grip and turn.

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Dambulla Weather Forecast:

The weather for the second T20I is expected to be clear with no chance of precipitation. The temperature is projected to reach around 32 degrees Celsius, accompanied by a humidity level of approximately 59%. Additionally, th?e wind is forecasted to blow at?? a speed of about 13 kmph.

SL vs AFG, 3rd T20I, Probable Playing XI:

Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Dhananjaya de Silva, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Wanindu Hasaranga (c), Angelo Mathews, ?Dasun Shanaka, Maheesh Theekshana, Binura Fernando, Matheesha Pathirana

Afghanistan: Ibrahim Zadran (c), Rahmanull?ah Gurbaz (wk), Gulbadin Naib, Azmatullah Omarzai, Hazratullah Zazai, Mohammad Nabi, Najibullah Zadran, ??Karim Janat, Noor Ahmad, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi

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Sri Lanka will square off with Afghanistan in the second T20I of their three-match series at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on Monday, Februa?ry 19.

Having narrowly clinched victory in the opening match, Sri Lanka aims to secure a convincing win in the second T20I and claim the series. On t??he other hand, Afghanistan mus?t regroup to challenge the home team after suffering a whitewash in the ODI series.

T20I stats and records at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium:

• Total matches: 4
• Matches won batting first: 2
• Matches won bowling first: 2
• Average 1st Inns scores: 140
• Average 2nd Inns scores: 132
• Highest total recorded: 160/10 (19 Overs) by Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan
• Lowest total recorded: 104/5 (20 overs) by Sri Lanka Women vs India Women
• Highest score chased: 141/3 (17 Overs) by Sri Lanka Women vs India Women
• Lowest score defended: 138/6 (20 Overs) by Sri Lanka Women vs India Women

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Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium Pitch Report:

The Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium boasts a pitch that offers equilibrium between bat and ball. At the outset, the new ball provides favorable bounce for batsmen, facilitating smooth shot execution. However, as the match unfolds, spinners are anticipated to wield greater influence, capitalizing on the pitch’s capacity for enhanced grip and turn.

Dambulla Weather Forecast:

The second T20I clash between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium is likely to proceed under clear sk??ies, unlike the previous match, with no precipitation anticipated. The temperature is forecasted to reach approximately 31 degrees Celsius, with a humidity level of around 65%. The wind is expected to blow at a speed of approximately? 19 kmph, providing some support to the fast bowlers on the field.

SL vs AFG, 2nd T20I, Probable Playing XI:

Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Dhananjaya de Silva, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga (c), Maheesh Theeksha??na, Binura Fernando, Matheesha Pathirana

Afghanistan: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran (c), Gulbadin Naib, Azmatulla??h Omarzai, Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Nabi, Karim Janat, Qais Ahmad, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Naveen-ul-Haq

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