South Africa vs Sri Lanka Betting: Odds & Tips (World Cup 2023)

• Heinrich Klaasen

He has been the top runscorer for South Africa over the last year, having amassed 650+ runs at an average of 60 and a brilliant strike rate of over 100. What makes these runs even more special is that they have come at crucial junctures.

• Quinton de Kock

Quinton de Kock will look to set the stage on fire before he pulls the curtains down, post World Cup, on what has been an illustrious career. He has a terrific record against Sri Lanka in ODIs, and one look at the stats section below will prove his credentials. Moreover, de Kock relishes playing in India and has scored a ton of runs in this country.

• Kagiso Rabada

He has been the leading wicket-taker for South Africa in ODIs since the 2019 World Cup. The Delhi pitch will offer some swing in the initial overs, and Rabada will look to make good use of it. His ability to consistently clock speeds of 140-150 kmph can spell trouble for even the best of batters, and when you consider that he’s a death-overs specialist, you know Rabada is a real asset for his side.

• Kusal Mendis

The wicketkeeper-batsman had a great outing in the 2023 Asia Cup, piling on the runs for his team. Over the last two years, Mendis has been the most consistent batter for his side in ODI fatigues, and his team will be banking on him for a solid start.

• Dunith Wellalage

The 20-year-old Wellalage had a dream outing in the recently concluded Asia Cup, ending the tournament with 10 scalps to his name (second-highest in the wickets tally). The South African batters, who generally struggle against spin, will find it difficult to read him.

• Maheesh Theekshana

With Wanindu Hasaranga out of the tournament, Theekshana will have to step up to the occasion. Over the past year, he has been Sri Lanka’s top bowler in ODIs, having taken over 30 wickets at a bowling average of around 20.