So after a tiresome and successful tour Down Under, The Sri Lankan Lions are now in Bangladesh contesting in the Asia Cup. The first match was held last Sunday where Pakistan pulled out a hard fought victory against the hosts. Today Sri Lanka will play their first game against their most favorite foe in world cricket, India.
Predicting a winner this time won't be that easy, since no one really has an idea about the conditions that is offered at the grounds in Bangladesh. From the little I have seen, it seems to be very slow pitches and the batsmen will need to adjust their natural game and earn every run. There is a bit for every bowler too so just like in the CB Series, there are bound to be some very close games.
I predict the Sri Lankans to win the Asia Cup again for the fourth time but it won't be easy. The Indians should eying revenge for their defeats at the hands of the Lankans in the CB Series and the Lions did loose very badly to Pakistan in UAE; who must be eying to win the tournament they haven't won as much they would like. Even Bangladesh will be a formidable foe in their home grounds with the home support as shown in the first game. Not an easy task for the Sri Lankan Lions, but I think they will come through, beating India in the finale.
People might question the validity and timing of this tournament, but it is important to show the solidity and strength of the Asian continent to the rest of the world. Hope countries like Afghanistan will be added to the tournament in the future. It will give the ICC to find more great talents from Asia and countries like Afghanistan to show their true colors to the world. The Asia Cup is here to stay.
Who do you predict to win the Asia Cup this year ? Do share your predictions through the comments section.
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