SL vs IND Dream11 Prediction, Playing XI, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch Report & Injury Updates for India Tour of Sri Lanka, 3rd ODI

Team India will look to sign off from the Sri Lanka tour with a high by winning the third and final ODI game against Sri Lanka, which is slated to take place on August 7 at R. Premadasa Cricket Stadium in Colombo. Rohit Sharma and Co. need to win the last ODI against the hosts to level the three matches of the series, as they are 1-0 down in the series.

India and Sri Lanka tied the first ODI on August 2, with hosts skipper Charith Asalanka picking up the last two crucial wickets to level up the score at 230. However, Rohit Sharma and his men got off to a magnificent and sublime start in the 2nd ODI, scoring 97 runs for no loss inside 14 overs before bundling out to 208 to lose the match by 32 runs.

After the first two games, the three matches of the ODI series are at an unexpected turn where the number-one-ranked team is fighting to avoid series defeat. Notably, Team India needs to find a way to bat against spin, which has been the major issue in the first two ODIs. On the other hand, the Lankan Lions will look to go for the kill and make history.

As both teams gear up for the third ODI, all eyes will be on the thrilling competition set to unfold on the cricket field. Ahead of the game, here is a look at the Dream11 predictions, the fantasy tips, the pitch report, the top player picks, and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.

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From the Sri Lanka camp, Matheesha Pathirana and Dilshan Madushanka will not take part in the ODI series as the players have sustained injuries. The Selectors have named seamers Mohammed Shiraz and Eshan Malinga as their replacements. However, Wanindu Hasaranga also gets ruled out and Jeffrey Vandersay sets to be the part of the team. The injuries add to the woes of Sri Lanka, which lost the services of Dushmantha Chameera and Nuwan Thushara earlier, ahead of the recent T20I series against the Men in Blue. Meanwhile, the Indian team is set to play with their full-strengthen squad.

The pitch at R. Premadasa Stadium typically provides favorable conditions for batters early in the game, gradually becoming more supportive for spinners as the match progresses. This venue often ensures a well-balanced contest between bat and ball. Chasing a target on this pitch can be difficult, so the captain winning the toss is likely to opt for batting first.

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Captains- 8.5

This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.