Sri Lanka and Ireland, after a gruelling first-round qualification, gear up towards their opening Super 12 game of the T20 World Cup. Lankans booked their spot in the Super 12s after dominating wins over UAE and Netherlands. Whereas the Irish defeated Scotland and the two-time World Cup winners West Indies enter the Super 12 stage.
Before the two teams lock horns, here is a look at the picture painted by numbers and statistics and who they depict could be the winner.
1. Toss Prediction
Sri Lanka has a better chance to win the toss as they have won two out of the last three tosses in the World Cup. Whereas Ireland has won just one toss in the tournament so far.
2. Win Possibility
The defending Asia Cup champions Sri Lanka suffered a shock defeat in the opening game but since then have returned to their dominant winning form and hence are favourites to register a victory against Ireland.
3. Team of the day
The Sri Lankan team has a well-rounded core with star players across the board. They have a strong batting lineup with batters who can play multiple roles. Whereas their bowling led by the spinning duo of Waindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana will be difficult to handle for the Irish batters.
4. Predicted powerplay score and Average first innings total
Bellerive Oval Stadium in Hobart, Australia is a high-scoring ground with an average 1st innings of 176 while the average. Whereas The predicted powerplay score is expected to be between 45-60.
5. Betting Odds
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