SL vs NZ Match Preview

Hosts Sri Lanka will seek another series victory at home, while New Zealand seeks to level the series in the second Test Match. Sri Lanka came from behind to win the first Test by 63 runs, and the team will look to build on that momentum. The Kiwis missed their chances in the previous game and will hope to improve their performance and leave Sri Lankan soil with a factor to cheer about. In the last ten Test matches played in Sri Lanka, New Zealand has won only twice. Their batsmen struggled in the fourth innings of the previous game and will need to put on a strong performance to win. 

SL vs NZ Match Details

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand – 2nd Test Match

Venue: Galle International Cricket Stadium, Galle

Date & Time: 26th September 2024 at 10:00 AM IST 

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar

SL vs NZ Venue Stats

SL vs NZ Pitch Report

Despite the bowlers dominating and the batters struggling, New Zealand demonstrated the quality of the batting surface at the Stadium game.

SL vs NZ Weather Report

The conditions are expected to be very similar to what we saw in the first two games, with sunshine throughout and temperatures in the mid-twenties from start to finish.

SL vs NZ Last Five Matches

SL vs NZ Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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SL vs NZ Probable Playing XIs:

New Zealand Probable Playing XIs

Tim Southee (c), Tom Latham, Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Blundell (wk), Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner, Ajaz Patel, William O'Rourke

Sri Lanka Probable Playing XIs

Dhananjaya de Silva (c), Dimuth Karunaratne, Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Dinesh Chandimal, Angelo Mathews, Kamindu Mendis, Ramesh Mendis, Prabath Jayasuriya, Lahiru Kumara, Asitha Fernando

Topmost Picks for SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Sri Lanka

• Prathum Nissanka – His innings of 127 off 124 balls were so easy and brutal that one could say he baz-balled England at their home to help lead Sri Lanka to a memorable victory.
• Prabath Jayasuriya – Prabath bowled brilliantly to pick up 9 wickets in the game. He will play a pivotal role with the pitch once expected to help the slower bowlers.

Top Picks – New Zealand

• Rachin Ravindra – Rachin Ravindra played a fighting knock of 92 to keep the hopes alive right till the last day.
• William ORourke – William ORourke picked up a fifer in the first innings and will lead the bowling. 

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for SL vs NZ Dream11 Team:

Kusal Mendis, Tom Latham, Kane Williamson(VC), Angelo Mathews, Dhananjaya de Silva, Kamindu Mendis(C), Ramesh Mendis, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Prabath Jayasuriya, William O'Rourke

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for SL vs NZ Dream11 Team:

Kusal Mendis, Tom Latham, Kane Williamson, Dhananjaya de Silva(VC), Kamindu Mendis, Ramesh Mendis, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra(C), Prabath Jayasuriya, Ajaz Patel, William O'Rourke

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Rachin Ravindra, Kamindu Mendis

Vice-captain – Dhananjaya de Silva, Kane Williamson

Wicketkeeper – Kusal Mendis

SL vs NZ Probable Winners:

New Zealand had opportunities in the final game but failed to take advantage on them. They must bat well against Sri Lanka's spinners with the old ball. To win, the team will also need to put on a strong spin attack. The Sri Lankans have a great record at this venue, and the conditions are ideal for their bowling strength. We anticipate a close contest, but the hosts have an advantage. Considering the team combination, New Zealand is expected to win this match.