SL vs ZIM 3rd ODI Match Prediction & Betting Tips
The third and final ODI of the series between Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe takes place on Thursday at the R Premadasa Stadium. After the opening fixture of the series ended as a no-result, Sri Lanka came out on top of a closely fought second match by 2 wickets with 6 balls remaining. Read on as we preview this game. The day-night ODI begins at 14:30 local time in Colombo.
Sri Lanka were delighted to get over the winning line on Monday but were a little too reliant on lower order runs and they will be looking for more from the top half in this ODI. There is plenty of room for improvement across the team ahead of this final match of the series.
Zimbabwe were much improved in the second ODI and if they can step up another level in this game then they could well get a win and level the series at 1-1. They will need to bat out their entire overs after being bowled out after 44.4 overs on Monday.
Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe 3rd ODI Match Live Streaming
TV channels: You can watch this match on Sony Sports Ten 5.
Live Streaming: The fixture will be live-streamed on SonyLiv and FanCode.
SL vs ZIM Match Toss Prediction
Both sides have won one toss in the series so far and chosen to bat first. As a result, ahead of this final ODI, our prediction is that both captains will decide to bat first once more if they win the toss.
SL vs ZIM Pitch Report
Once again, there was turn for the spinners at the R Premadasa Stadium on Monday and good pace early in the innings for the quick bowlers. A par score will be no higher than 255 in this match.
Colombo Weather Report
Humid and warm conditions throughout Thursday afternoon and evening in Colombo are forecast. There could be a couple of rain interruptions across the match.
Read on for team previews, betting tips, latest odds, and match prediction for Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe 3rd ODI 2024
Sri Lanka Team News & Playing 11
SL Team News
The hosts were unchanged ahead of the second ODI and with no injuries reported at the post match ceremony, we are expecting to see the same XI take the field for this game. The batting line-up may be slightly fluid to allow for different combinations together at the crease.
SL Key Players
- Kusal Mendis - The captain has scored over 3500 ODI runs in his career since making his debut in 2016. Here at the R Premadasa Stadium he has made only one single figure score from 17 innings.
- Janith Liyanage - In only his second ODI, the 28 year old batting all-rounder took the Player of the Match Award with 95 runs from 127 balls on Monday.
- Maheesh Theekshana - The right-arm off-spinner took a wicket in four separate overs in the last match and this was the fifth time that he has taken a four-wicket haul in ODIs.
- Dilashan Madushanka - The left-arm pace bowler continued his brilliant form in this format with figures of 1/24 from seven overs including a maiden on Monday.
SL Team Form
Sri Lanka have been the better team in both of the games in this series so far and will now be looking for back to back ODI victories.
Sri Lanka Predicted Playing 11
Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (c) (wk), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Janith Liyanage, Sahan Arachchige, Dasun Shanaka, Maheesh Theekshana, Jeffrey Vandersay, Dushmantha Chameera, Dilshan Madushanka
Zimbabwe Team News & Playing 11
ZIM Team News
After making 1 not out from 16 balls before the rain arrived in the first ODI, Takudzwanashe Kaitano was left out of the side for the second match. Joylord Gumbie came into the team and also took the wicket-keeping gloves which he will retain for this game.
ZIM Key Players
- Craig Ervine - The captain was the standout performer with the bat for his side on Monday with an innings which included nine fours and one six.
- Ryan Burl - The 29 year old middle order batter looked set to go big when he was bowled by Dushmantha Chameera for 31 runs from 37 balls in the last match.
- Sikandar Raza - The all-rounder produced a maiden and was economical with the ball at the R Premadasa Stadium in the second ODI. He picked up the wickets of Sahan Arachchige and Dasun Shanaka.
- Richard Ngarava - After being unable to complete his overs in the first game due to cramp, there were doubts about the pacer’s involvement on Monday but he was at full fitness and produced his best ODI figures.
ZIM Team Form
Zimbabwe have been beaten in three of their last four ODIs. However, their bowling attack impressed and nearly took them to victory on Monday.
Zimbabwe Predicted Playing 11
Joylord Gumbie (wk), Tinashe Kamunhukamwe, Craig Ervine (c), Milton Shumba, Sikandar Raza, Ryan Burl, Clive Madande (wk), Faraz Akram, Blessing Muzarabani, Tony Munyonga, Tapiwa Mufudza
Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe Head to Head
Sri Lanka now lead the overall head to head 48-12 in ODIs against Zimbabwe. The last three completed games have been won by Sri Lanka by margins of 184 runs, 9 wickets and 2 wickets on Monday.
SL vs ZIM Head to Head Stats in ODI's
| |
Matches Played |
SL Won |
ZIM Won |
Tie |
NR |
| Overall |
63 |
48 |
12 |
0 |
3 |
| Last 5 |
5 |
3 |
1 |
0 |
1 |
Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe Betting Odds
Sri Lanka are the clear favourites to win this match and can be backed at 1.18 with the bookies. Zimbabwe need to win to square the series at 1-1 but are priced at 4.33.
Who will win Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe 3rd ODI Match?
Although Sri Lanka almost messed up their chase and had to rely on a ninth wicket partnership of 39 runs from 41 balls, they still got home with an over to spare in the second game of the series. Even with Richard Ngarava in strong form, Sri Lanka are the top team ahead of this ODI.
🏆 Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe Prediction
Due to the weather in the first ODI on Saturday, this series still has something to play for ahead of the final game. Zimbabwe had some really strong moments in the second match and at one stage looked likely to win the match and go 1-0 up in the series. However, Sri Lanka have good experience across their side and we expect them to have enough quality to get over the line again and win the series 2-0.
Sri Lanka to beat Zimbabwe in 3rd ODI
Jan 11, 2024
14:30 IST / 9:00 GMT
R. Premadasa Stadium - Colombo, Sri Lanka
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