Sunday's double header of the T20I World Cup is all set to start with England vs Sri Lanka. A dimmed match-up with hopes, is going to take place in the Pallakelle. As England has not had a great outing till now in the field, Sri Lanka will try to carry forward the home advantage. Too many injuries could lead Sri Lanka to lose the momentum but as of now the way England has also performed, fans can expect nothing but a subtle competition, under the sunlight.
Chances for Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has had a good outing so far, despite facing an upset against Zimbabwe, the team is looking good. Also, there are so many injury concerns for them, they have lost Pathirana and Hasaranga from the tournament. Losing two of their frontline bowlers can create problems for them. Dilshan Madhushanka who has joined the team as a replacement player is all set to get another game and Dushameentha Chameera is set to make his comeback in place of Madhushan.
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Though England leads 13-4 against Sri Lanka, in this World Cup Sri Lanka can prove scary for any other team. Players have come with different plans this year with clarity on roles and proper planning, Sri Lanka will look forward to seeking their first win in the super 8’s.
England and upset a new love story
For the last few years, England has become that trailer of the movie in which it seems it is going to be big but ultimately when it hit the theatres, it proved one of the worst ones. Without any doubt, England is one of the most explosive teams in the world but sometimes it seems they are travelling on a path they don’t even walk. After losing against the West Indies, England has made a brief comeback. But outing in the pallakelle pitch can be haunting for them. Spinners will take charge, pitch can become slow. Amid all of the challenges, how England makes their way, will be an exciting thing to keep an eye on.
