South Africa vs Sri Lanka 2nd Test Prediction, Odds, and Betting Tips

The 2nd Test of the Sri Lanka tour of South Africa is set to be played from December 5 at St George’s Park, Gqeberha. South Africa is leading the 2-match Test series by 1-0 and will aim to win the second match and make a big step towards the World Test Championship Final. This is going to be a crucial match for Lankas in terms of the WTC Final spot. They are also in a good position to qualify but the last defeat hurt their chances and they need to bounce back to keep alive in the race. Check out the South Africa vs Sri Lanka prediction.

SA vs SL 2nd Test Prediction: South Africa to win

Key Stats

South Africa won 4 out of their last 5 Test.
Sri Lanka won 3 out of their last 5 Test.
South Africa defeated Sri Lanka in the 1st Test by 233 runs.

Match Prediction: The match is going to be an exciting contest with South Africa coming out on top with the advantage of home conditions.

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South Africa preview

South Africa is in great form and leading the 2-match Test series by 1-0. The team looking for a very strong contender for the WTC Final spot. They defeated Sri Lanka in the first Test by 233 runs thanks to the outstanding performance of Marco Janses taking a total of 10 wickets in the game. Tristen Stubbs and Temba Bavuma also played well.

Predicted XI: Aiden Markram, Tony de Zorzi, Tristan Stubbs, Temba Bavuma, David Bedingham, Kyle Verreynne, Wiaan Mulder, Marco Jansen, Dane Paterson, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada

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Sri Lanka preview

Sri Lanka lost the first match of the series and looking to bounce back and level to series. The team features some prominent names like Kamindu Mendis, Dhananjaya de Silva, Prabath Jayasuriya, Asitha Fernando, and others. This match is crucial for the team in terms of WTC final qualification scenarios.

Predicted XI: Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Dinesh Chandimal, Angelo Mathews, Kamindu Mendis, Dhananjaya de Silva, Kusal Mendis, Prabath Jayasuriya, Vishwa Fernando, Lahiru Kumara, Asitha Fernando

Player to watch: Marco Jansen

Marco Jansen is a key player for South Africa. He took a total of 10 wickets in the 1st Test and with this current form, he is going to be the major threat for Sri Lanka in this match.