The series has been wrapped up. Sri Lanka did compete but the small concerns overseas were visible.

NZ vs SL Match Details

Date: January 2nd, 2025

 

Time: 11:45 AM IST

 

Venue: Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui

 

NZ vs SL Weather Report

Rain seems to be staying away with clear weather likely.

 

NZ vs SL Pitch Report

The track was pretty balanced in the first game. Toss wise, batting second could be better with even purchase for both teams.

 

NZ vs SL Predicted Playing XI

SL Playing XI

Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka, Bhanuka Rajapaksha, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Binura Fernando, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara

 

NZ Playing XI

Tim Robinson, Rachin Ravindra, Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Hay, Mitchell Santner, Zachary Foukes, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy

 

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Key Players

Pathum Nissanka

 

2024 has been a solid year for Nissanka in all formats as he has seemingly settled the debates over his position. He looks at ease against the new-ball and place spin well, going at decent rates.

 

Daryl Mitchell

 

Mitchell continues to step up. He walked in at a dire situation for his side but was quick to put his side in a commanding position when he left.

 

NZ vs SL Match Tips

 Both sides are pretty good in the shortest format but a fightback from a young Sri Lankan side could be on the cards.

 

Match Prediction: Sri Lanka Will Win The Match