SL vs ZIM Today Match Prediction, Who Will Win The Match, 1st ODI, 2022, 16th Jan
- Match: SL vs ZIM
- Date- January 16TH
- Match Format- 1nd ODI Match
- Venue- Pallekele International Stadium, Pallekele
- Time- 02:30 PM IST
- Weather Forecast- Cloudy, 30℃
SL vs ZIM, Match 1, ODI Series, General Online Betting Odds
Sri Lanka- 1.18
Zimbabwe- 5.05
SL vs ZIM Betting Odds Comparison
| Betting Sites with Odds For SL vs ZIM | SL(Odds) | ZIM(Odds) |
| Parimatch | 1.19 | 4.50 |
| Unibet | ||
| Bet365 | 1.16 | 5.00 |
| 1X Bet | 1.18 | 5.05 |
SL vs ZIM Today Today Match Prediction, Match 1, ODI Series
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Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka last played ODI matches was four months ago when they host and won the series by 2-1 against South Africa. Their latest fixture was against West Indies in a Test series which they won by 2-0. Sri Lankan team are in great form lately but will miss vice-captain Dahananjaya De Silva and star all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga due to Covid-19 and injury reasons.
Top Batsmen of Sri Lanka from last match
| Player | Runs | Strike Rate |
| Charith Asalanka | 47 runs | 66.19 |
| Dhananjaya De Silva | 31 runs | 70.45 |
| Dushmantha Chameera | 29 runs | 74.35 |
Top Bowlers of Sri Lanka from last match
| Player | Wickets | Economy |
| Mahesh Theekshana | 4 wickets | 03.70 |
| Dushmantha Chameera | 2 wickets | 04.00 |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | 2 wickets | 04.00 |
Zimbabwe
The last time Zimbabwe played Sri Lanka was five years ago in the ODI series and surprisingly won by 3-2. But It will not be the same situation this time as the Sri Lanka team is getting their grip once again and will take advantage of playing at home. Zimbabwe defeated Ireland by 1-1 in their latest ODI series and overcome Scotland in the T20I series by 2-1 last September.
Top Batsmen of Zimbabwe from last match
| Player | Runs | Strike Rate |
| Craig Irvine | 57 Runs | 87.69 |
| Wessley Madhevere | 16 Runs | 61.53 |
| Luke Jongwe | 10 Runs | 100.00 |
Top Bowlers of Zimbabwe from last match
| Player | Wickets | Economy |
| Blessing Muzarabani | 1 Wicket | 1.85 |
| Wellington Masakadza | 1 Wicket | 4.50 |
| Richard Ngarava | 1 Wicket | 5.50 |
Venue Stats:
| Match Venue | Pellekele International Cricket Stadium |
| Total Matches | 25 |
| Matches won batting first | 10 |
| Matches won bowling first | 15 |
| Average 1st Inns scores | 248 |
| Average 2nd Inns scores | 202 |
| Highest score | South Africa 363/07 |
| Lowest Score | Sri Lanka 167/10 |
| Highest Score Chased | Sri Lanka 288/8 |
| Lowest Score Defended | West Indies 206/9 |
Weather Report
The temperature is expected to hover around 30°C on the match-day with 89% humidity and 0 km/hr wind speed. There are 40% chances of precipitation during the game.
- Rain: 40%
- Humidity: 89%
- Wind speed: 0 km/h.
- Temperature- 30 Degree Celsius
Pitch Report
Teams batting 2nd have won more matches on this pitch and spinners will fancy taking wickets in the second inning. Sri Lanka will miss their star-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga for sure.
SL vs ZIM Last Four Matches Stats
| Sri Lanka | W | W | W | L L | L |
| Zimbabwe | W | W | L | L n/a | L |
SL vs ZIM Match 1, ODI Series – Today Match Prediction
Let’s check out the crucial playing 11 and Squad for today’s game and the Prediction for this match.
SL Squad
Dasun Shanaka (C), Pathum Nissanka, Minod Bhanuka, Charith Asalanka, Maheesh Theekshana, Chamika Karunaratne, Jeffrey Vandersay, Nuwan Thushara, Ramesh Mendis, Praveen Jayawickrama, Dushmantha Chameera, Chamika Gunasekera, Dinesh Chandimal, Kusal Mendis, Nuwan Pradeep, Shiran Fernando, Kamindu Mendis.
SL Playing 11
Wicket-keeper: Dinesh Chandimal
Batsmen: Pathum Nissanka, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka
All-rounders: Dasun Shanaka, Chamika Karunaratne
Bowlers: Dushmantha Chameera, Nuwan Pradeep, Maheesh Theekshana, Jeffrey Vandersay, Praveen Jayawickrama
ZIM Squad
Ervine Craig (C), Burl Ryan, Chakabva Regis, Chatara Tendai, Jongwe Luke, Kaitano Takudzwanashe, Madande Clive, Madhevere Wessely, Masakadza Wellington, Mutombodzi Tinotenda, Muzarabani Blessing, Ngarava Richard, Raza Sikandar, Shumba Milton, Williams Sean.
ZIM Playing 11
Wicket-keeper: Chakabva Regis
Batsmen: Ervine Craig, Jongwe Luke, Mutombodzi Tinotenda
All-rounders: Williams Sean, Burl Ryan, Madhevere Wessly, Raza Sikandar
Bowlers: Muzarabani Blessing, Ngarava Richard, Masakadza Wellington
Head 2 Head Stats (Last 12 games)
| Teams | SL Win | ZIM Win | N/R |
| Overall | 7 | 4 | 1 |
| Last 5 games | 3 | 1 | 1 |
SL vs ZIM Top Player:
| Player | Statistics (Last Match) |
| Charith Asalanka | 47 runs |
| Dhananjaya De Silva | 31 runs |
| Craig Irvine | 57 runs |
| Wessley Madhevere | 16 runs |
| Dushmantha Chameera | 4 Wickets |
| Blessing Muzarabani | 1 Wickets |
Who will win the match, Today Match Prediction:
Sri Lanka are expected to win the second ODI match against Zimbabwe.
Sri Lanka will dominate the series despite missing their three-star players. Home conditions are suitable for the batsmen and hosts have quality in the top order to win on Sunday. Zimbabwe has recalled their former player Mutombodzi Tinotenda for this series but are playing international cricket for the first time in the last four months.
Popular Betting Odds For SL vs ZIM Match 1, ODI Series, Cricket Betting Tips
Top Batsman from Sri Lanka– Pathum Nissanka (4.50 odds)
In the absence of Avishka Fernando, Pathum Nissanka has been given a chance to impress in the ODI matches. Nissanka has cemented his place in test and T20I teams but has yet to shine in ODI matches for Sri Lanka. He scored two fifties in his last test match against West Indies and will continue his good form against Zimbabwe.
Top Batsman from Zimbabwe– Craig Ervine (4.32 odds)
Zimbabwe will once again totally reply to their captain Craig Ervine. The 36-year-old veteran scored fifty in his last match against Ireland and will be their best hope to win the first match against Sri Lanka
Top Bowler from Sri Lanka– Praveen Jayawickrama (3.50 odds)
Sri Lankan youngster was in good form on the recently concluded West Indies series. He took 7 wickets in 2 matches and has been tipped as the best bowler on betting platforms.
Top Bowler from Zimbabwe – Wellington Masakadza (3.50 odds)
Star Zimbabwe spinner will take advantage of Sri Lankan pitches in this tour for sure. Masakadza has taken 4 wickets in last 3 innings and will be a key for Zimbabwe’s bowling unit on Sunday.