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 the other hand, Afghanistan must 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 skies, 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 Theekshana, Binura Fernando, Matheesha Pathirana
Afghanistan: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran (c), Gulbadin Naib, Azmatullah Omarzai, Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Nabi, Karim Janat, Qais Ahmad, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Naveen-ul-Haq
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