T20 WC preview: West Indies goal in existence as Sri Lanka look to signal a excessive

Defending champions West Indies shall be determined to beat their batting woes and preserve their semi-final hopes alive after taking up inexperienced Sri Lanka in Thursday’s T20 World Cup.

After two consecutive defeats, West Indies managed to revive their marketing campaign with a three-run win over Bangladesh. The possibilities of the two-time champions reaching the semi-finals are slim, however they don’t seem to be out of the race but. They not solely have to win their final two fixtures to remain within the semi-finals, but in addition want main wins to enhance their internet run fee, which is the worst within the group.

Sri Lanka, however, who gained the title in 2014, fell behind with a 3rd straight loss after a convincing victory within the first match of their marketing campaign. With only one match of their Super 12 marketing campaign, Sri Lanka can rating a most of 4 factors which is not going to be sufficient to assist them transfer ahead.

West Indies bowlers sealed the victory in opposition to Bangladesh with glorious bowling from all-rounders Dwayne Bravo, Jason Holder and Andre Russell. The bowling unit has proven that they’re able to defending good totals.

Holder, who was included within the squad instead of Obed McCoy, and debutant Roston Chase proved to be worthwhile additions. While Holder made instant impression with the ball (1/22) and the bat (15 off 5), Chase (39) took the innings ahead with wickets falling on the different finish. The West Indies have been additionally responsible of turbulence in opposition to Bangladesh, lacking a number of run-out alternatives and dropping catches and needing to enhance on that entrance.

But most significantly, he urgently wants to deal with his batting vulnerabilities. Known for his or her flamboyant type of play, the crew has failed miserably with the bat. Had it not been for wicketkeeper-batsman Nicholas Pooran’s fast 40 off 22 balls, he would have misplaced to Bangladesh as nicely.

They will should be higher ready to tackle Sri Lankan spin duo Wanindu Hasaranga and Mahesh Thekshana, who’ve troubled the opposition batsmen. For Sri Lanka, the tempo trio of Chamika Karunaratne, Dushyant Chamira and Lahiru Kumara regarded colourful in opposition to England. They will attempt to bowl in the suitable areas in opposition to a faltering West Indies.

The six Sri Lankan batsmen bought off to a great begin in opposition to England however couldn’t capitalize on it. But opener Kusal Perera might be harmful whereas Pathum Nissenka confirmed that he can tonk the ball over the park. The function of Bhanuka Rajapakse, who exhibits a glimpse of his expertise, can even be necessary.

Skipper Dasun Shanaka shall be anticipated to see rookie Charit Aslanka and Avishka Fernando, who shined within the crew’s win within the opener. Playing their final match of the event, Sri Lanka can be anticipated to finish the marketing campaign with a win.

Teams (from)

Sri Lanka Team: Dasun Shanaka (Captain), Kusal Janith Perera, Dinesh Chandimal, Dhananjay de Silva, Pathum Nisanka, Charit Aslanka, Avishka Fernando, Bhanuka Rajapakse, Chamika Karunaratne, Vanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chamira, Lahiru Kumara, Mahesh Thekshana, Akila Fey.