Sri Lanka Masters vs West Indies Masters Prediction, and Betting Tips

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The IML 2025 is getting exciting every passing day: on March 6, 2025, the Sri Lanka Masters (SLM) will face the fierce West Indies Masters (WIM) at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara. It’s a fascinating encounter as both sides seek to advance up the points table.

Currently, Sri Lanka Masters (SLM) and West Indies Masters (WIM) both sit on 4 points. Sri Lanka Masters have a better Net Run Rate (NRR) of +0.677, while the West Indies Masters Net Run Rate(NRR) of +0.469.

Sri Lanka Masters (SLM) Vs.West Indies Masters (WIM) Match Prediction: Sri Lanka Masters to win

Key Stats

Sri Lanka Masters (SLM) won 2 out of their first 3 matches.
West Indies Masters won 2 out of their first 2 matches
The Average score of SLM is 207. On the other hand, WIM hasan average score of 199.

Match Prediction: It’s likely to be a close contest between two strong teams. The West Indies Masters may not have lost a game up to now, but the Sri Lanka Masters are a gritty side who know how to win matches. Given their recent performance, and the Kotambi Stadium pitch is an even contest, Sri Lanka Masters are slight favourites to win this match.

Most Recent Head-to-Head and Pitch Report

This will be the first encounter between the Sri Lanka Masters and West Indies Masters in the IML 2025.

Pitch Report:

Vadodara’s Kotambi Stadium is an even pitch that is good for batsmen and bowlers equally. The pitch is usually good for batting, but bowlers also get some extra seam movement and bounce, especially in the first few overs. And dew might also come into play in the evening, making conditions easier for the team batting second. The average score in the first innings of a T20 match at this ground is approximately 170-180 runs.

Sri Lanka Masters preview

The Sri Lanka Masters is one of the most dangerous lineups with Kumar Sangakkara and Upul Tharanga in the batting lineup. Their pace attack is led by Suranga Lakmal and Isuru Udana. They’re confident enough after their recent victory over Australia to fix their spot in the playoffs.

Sri Lanka Masters Recent Performance

Opponent	Result	Score	Date
AUSM	Won	222/7 – 217/4	Feb 28, 2025
SAM	Won	183/3 – 180/6	Feb 26, 2025
INDM	Lost	218/9 – 222/4	Feb 22, 2025

Predicted XI:Upul Tharanga, Kumar Sangakkara (wk/c), Lahiru Thirimanne, Asela Gunaratne, Chaturanga de Silva, Jeevan Mendis, Isuru Udana, Seekkuge Prasanna, Chinthaka Jayasinghe, Suranga Lakmal, Dhammika Prasad

West Indies Masters preview

West Indies Masters is one of the most powerful sides in IML 2025. They have Chris Gayle and Lendl Simmons in their batting order, and Fidel Edwards and Ravi Rampaul in their bowling attack. In a single word, they have a balanced lineup that every team wants.

West Indies Masters Recent Performance

Opponent	Result	Score	Date
ENGM	Won	179/6 – 171/8	Feb 27, 2025
AUSM	Won	220/3 – 216/8	Feb 24, 2025

Predicted XI: Chris Gayle, Dwayne Smith, Lendl Simmons, Denesh Ramdin (wk), Brian Lara (c), Chadwick Walton, Ashley Nurse, Narsingh Deonarine, Suleiman Benn, Fidel Edwards, Ravi Rampaul

Player to watch: Upul Tharanga (Sri Lanka Masters)

Tharanga is in the mood, as evidenced by his recent century against Australia Masters. His fast scoring and brutal style of play have made him an important player to keep an eye on in this match.