Match Details:
Date: September 30, 2022
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Venue: Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur
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Preview:
Second placed Sri Lanka Legends will be up against West Indies Legends in the second semi-final of the Road Safety World Series. The match will be nothing less than one cracking hell of a contest as both the quality teams will seek to reserve their berth in the summit-clash.
Pitch Report:
The surface at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium is regarded as a batting friendly pitch and 160 is an average score. However, bowlers will have to apply their best potential to make a mark in the game.
Team Analysis:
While Sri Lanka Legends are coming on the back of comprehensive win against Bangladesh Legends, West Indies Legends were beaten by Australia Legends by eight wickets. Tillakratane Dilshan-led side have been in terrific form in the season as they haven't lost a single match. Their skipper himself is leading the side with an example as he is making immense contribution with bat and bowl. Dilshan Munaweera, Upul Tharanga, Sanath Jayasuriya and Mahela Udawatte have also been in outstanding from with the bat, while Asela Gunaratne and Jeevan Mendis will be crucial with bowl.
Speaking of West Indies Legends, Dwayne Smith, Kirk Edwards and William Perkins have been contributing well with the bat and their performance will be instrumental in the knock-out game. Their skipper Brain Lara will be crucial considering his rich experience. Krishmar Santokie and Sulieman Benn helped West Indies Legends to win their last game by taking two wickets each and similar performance will be expected from them in the semi-final clash.
Match prediction:
Conclusion:
Although both the teams will feature top-quality players in their XI, Sri Lanka Legends will be favorites to win the game. Tillakratane Dilshan-led side has not lost a single game and looking at their unbeaten streak, they are likely to emerge victorious.
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