Sri Lanka started the three-match home ODI series against New Zealand powerfully before a rain interruption in the last over of the first innings.  

After Sri Lanka chose to bat first, the hosts scored 324/5 in 49.2 overs before rain interrupted the game. While the opener Avishka Fernando scored 100 runs off 115 balls with the help of nine fours and two sixes, the wicketkeeper-batter 143 runs off 128 balls with the help of 17 fours and two sixes. 

Also, the skipper Charith Asalanka played a powerful cameo late as he scored 40 off 28 balls (three fours and two sixes) and was out just before the rain interruption. 

Here are some key stats of the innings

Sri Lankan opener Avishka Fernando and the no.3 batter Kusal Mendis set up a 206-run partnership for the second wicket.

• It was Sri Lanka’s second ODI double-century partnership as well as the highest ODI partnership for any wicket against New Zealand. Their previous record was a 201-run partnership for the opening wicket between Sanath Jayasuriya and Upul Tharanga at Napier in 2006. 

• It was Sri Lanka’s fourth 200+ ODI partnership for the second wicket and third-highest ODI partnership for the second wicket.

• It was Sri Lanka’s sixth-highest ODI partnership for any wicket at home. 

Kusal Mendis scored 143 runs.

• It was the highest individual ODI score by a wicketkeeper-batter against New Zealand. The previous record was 142 by the Zimbabwean Dave Houghton in the 1987 Hyderabad ODI during the ICC Cricket World Cup 1987.

• It was the highest individual ODI score by a Sri Lankan batter against New Zealand. The previous record was 140 runs by two Lankan batters, Sanath Jayasuriya (at Bloemfontein in 1994) and Thisara Perera (at Mount Maunganui in 2019).

• It was the second-highest individual ODI score by a Sri Lankan wicketkeeper. The record is 169 runs by Kumar Sangakkara against South Africa in the 2013 Colombo (RPS) ODI.  
  

• It was the third-highest individual ODI score by a Sri Lankan non-opener. 
  

• It was the fifth-highest individual ODI score by a Sri Lankan batter at home.
  

Sri Lanka scored 324/5 in 49.2 overs.

• It was the second time for Sri Lanka to score a 300+ total against New Zealand, as it was the second-highest ODI total for Sri Lanka against New Zealand. The record is 326 all out in 49 overs during the 2019 Mount Maunganui ODI.

SL vs NZ Match Preview

We're in the first of three ODIs between Sri Lanka and New Zealand. The two teams split the T20 series, with New Zealand mounting a strong comeback in their second game before losing the first. The Kiwis have had a successful tour of the subcontinent and will look to build on that momentum as the Sri Lankans attempt to hold the fort. 

SL vs NZ Match Details

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand – 1st Match, ODI Match

Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium, Dambulla

Date & Time: 13th November 2024 at 02:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar

SL vs NZ Venue Stats

SL vs NZ Pitch Report

The pitch flattens out over time and becomes easier to bat to serve as the match progresses, allowing teams batting second to fully capitalize and post a massive total.

SL vs NZ Weather Report

The weather is expected to be sunny, warm, and clear for the five-day test, with light winds at times. It should be a pleasant morning session.

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

Mitchell Santner (c), Will Young, Mitch Hay (wk), Henry Nicholls, Jacob Duffy, Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Lockie Ferguson, Mark Chapman, Josh Clarkson, Ish Sodhi

Sri Lanka Probable Playing XIs

Charith Asalanka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (wk), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka

Topmost Picks for SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Sri Lanka

• Pathum Nissanka – Pathum Nissanka has been one of Sri Lanka's top-performing ODI batters in 2024, amassing 654 runs in 10 matches at an impressive average of 72.7.
• Asitha Fernando – Asitha Fernando will add a seam-bowling threat when he has new ball in hand.

Top Picks – New Zealand

• Will Young – Will Young recently played very well in India. This will be his first ODI match in Sri Lanka. He is good at playing spin bowlers, as he showed in Bangladesh.
• Lockie Ferguson – Ferguson took a hat-trick in the second T20I to help the tourists defend 108. 

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

Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka, Charith Asalanka, Glenn Phillips(VC), Henry Nicholls, Mitchell Santner, Michael Bracewell, Wanindu Hasaranga(C), Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Lockie Ferguson

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

Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka, Charith Asalanka(VC), Glenn Phillips, Henry Nicholls, Mitchell Santner(C), Michael Bracewell, Wanindu Hasaranga, Nuwan Thushara, Matheesha Pathirana, Lockie Ferguson

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Wanindu Hasaranga, Mitchell Santner

Vice-captain – Glenn Phillips, Charith Asalanka

Wicketkeeper – Kusal Mendis

SL vs NZ Probable Winners:

New Zealand is struggling in Sri Lanka. The conditions are unsuitable for them, and their batsmen were struggling on these turning tracks. They have no key players and must get the most out of their top and middle lineup. The Sri Lankans have been very consistent at home in the last 12 months, and they have a strong spin attack. We anticipate a close game, but the hosts hold the advantage. Considering the team combination, Sri Lanka is expected to win this match.

Sri Lanka faces a significant setback as key spinner Wanindu Hasaranga has been ruled out of the upcoming three-match ODI series against New Zealand due to a hamstring injury. In response, the Sri Lankan cricket board has brought in Dushan Hemantha as Hasaranga's replacement, hoping to maintain a strong spin lineup for the home series. Hasaranga’s injury has impacted the team’s strategy, especially given his recent impressive performance in the T20I series against the Kiwis.

Hasaranga's injury and replacement announcement

Wanindu Hasaranga, who picked up a left hamstring injury while bowling in the second T20I against New Zealand, will miss the ODI series scheduled to start on November 13. Sri Lanka Cricket confirmed that Hasaranga has already returned to Colombo to begin injury rehabilitation at the High Performance Center. Following this development, the board swiftly named Dushan Hemantha as his replacement, a promising option for maintaining spin depth against a formidable New Zealand lineup.

Sri Lanka’s skipper Charith Asalanka also confirmed Hasaranga’s absence in a post-match press conference, adding, “Wanindu Hasaranga will miss the ODI series, but I think Kusal Mendis will be ready to play one day.” Asalanka's statement hints at further strategic adjustments the team may have to consider, especially with Hasaranga’s role as a top-performing all-rounder.

Impact of Hasaranga’s absence and his recent form

Hasaranga’s unavailability is a considerable blow to Sri Lanka, as he was in excellent form in the T20I series, where he took six wickets and claimed the Player of the Series title. His presence on the field has been instrumental in Sri Lanka’s recent performances, particularly against New Zealand, where his economical bowling and wicket-taking ability placed him among the standout players. Hasaranga himself expressed disappointment about his injury following the T20 series, sharing, “I wanted to bowl my four overs to cut down their total. I can’t run, so I tried to maximize with the bat, but I got out.”

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As a highly skilled bowler with years of experience, Hasaranga’s absence will require Sri Lanka’s team management to adapt quickly, with Hemantha expected to shoulder additional responsibility in the spin department. Hemantha, known for his strong leg-spin, will have an opportunity to prove his capability in a high-stakes series.

Sri Lanka vs. New Zealand ODI schedule

The three-match ODI series between Sri Lanka and New Zealand begins on November 13 at Dambulla, with the second and third ODIs set to take place on November 17 and November 19 in Pallekele. With Hemantha now part of the squad, Sri Lanka hopes to maintain their competitive edge and deliver a strong performance despite the absence of Hasaranga.

Sri Lanka's run in ODIs has been pretty good as well with a lot of dominance at home. New Zealand though showed that they can play spin and the yare here to fight after a solid performance of their own in the T20Is. They have a limited pool to pick from but New Zealand has managed to make use of their resources very well.

SL vs NZ Match Details

Date: November 13th, 2024

Time:  2:30 PM IST

Venue: Dambulla

SL vs NZ Weather Report

There is some rain forecast during the game with 40% rain predicted. 

SL vs NZ Pitch Report

Dambulla has been on the drier side and batting first is a better choice with a lot of spin in the middle overs.

SL vs NZ Predicted Playing XI

NZ Playing XI

Will Young, Tim Robinson, Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Hay, Josh Clarkson, Mitchell Santner, Ish Sodhi, Zakary Foulkes, Jacob Duffey

SL Playing XI

Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera, Kusal Mendis, Sadeera Samarwickrama, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madhushanka

See Also: Today’s Cricket Match Predictions – Cricket Winner

SL vs NZ Key Players

Mitchell Santner

Fitness permitting, Mitchell Santner will be coming into the upcoming game with a lot of confidence. As a bowler he turned a corner in Test Cricket and his spin will be with a lot more bite now that he finally conquered the subcontinent challenge.

Dunith Wellalage

While Wellalage has not played much in T20Is, his ODI Experience has made him a force at home. He is a very good spinner and has shown that he can choke oppositions with ease making him one to watch.

SL vs NZ Match Tips

Recent events will keep New Zealand full of confidence but Sri Lanka's recent run at home has been pretty solid as well.

Match Prediction: Sri Lanka Will Win The Match 

SL vs NZ Match Preview

This game will be a fascinating battle between the Black Caps' batting depth and the spin abilities of Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana. With two new captains in charge, both will have the opportunity to put their leadership skills to the test in a game that must be won. A T20I series draw or win is on the line. Both teams are looking to restart after heartbreaking T20 World Cup campaigns. Each appears to be assembling their new-look teams with a few tweaks, but have kept a core group of successful T20 players.

SL vs NZ Match Details

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand – 2nd Match, T20I Match

Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium, Dambulla

Date & Time: 10th November 2024 at 07:00 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar

SL vs NZ Venue Stats

SL vs NZ Pitch Report

The pitch flattens out over time and becomes easier to bat to serve as the match progresses, allowing teams batting second to fully capitalize and post a massive total.

SL vs NZ Weather Report

The weather is expected to be sunny, warm, and clear for the five-day test, with light winds at times. It should be a pleasant morning session.

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.

Also Read: Sanju Samson reveals who motivates him in Indian team during his failure

SL vs NZ Probable Playing XIs:

New Zealand Probable Playing XIs

Tim Robinson, Henry Nicholls, Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Josh Clarkson, Mitchell Santner (C), Nathan Smith, Lockie Ferguson, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy

Sri Lanka Probable Playing XIs

Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis, Charith Asalanka (C), Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Dinesh Chandimal (WK), Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Asitha Fernando, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara

Topmost Picks for SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Sri Lanka

• Dinesh Chandimal – Dinesh Chandimal's wicketkeeping provides solidity behind the stumps, but equally, he will be a calm presence for Sri Lanka with the bat.
• Asitha Fernando – Asitha Fernando will add a seam-bowling threat when he has new ball in hand.

Top Picks – New Zealand

• Tim Robinson – Tim Robinson may be given a chance to open the batting in a bid to gain more T20 experience internationally.
• Mitchell Santner – Mitchell Santner will be tested to the fullest in a game which will be series defining. 

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

Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka, Charith Asalanka, Glenn Phillips(VC), Henry Nicholls, Mitchell Santner, Michael Bracewell, Wanindu Hasaranga(C), Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Lockie Ferguson

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

Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka, Charith Asalanka(VC), Glenn Phillips, Henry Nicholls, Mitchell Santner(C), Michael Bracewell, Wanindu Hasaranga, Nuwan Thushara, Matheesha Pathirana, Lockie Ferguson

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Wanindu Hasaranga, Mitchell Santner

Vice-captain – Glenn Phillips, Charith Asalanka

Wicketkeeper – Kusal Mendis

SL vs NZ Probable Winners:

Sri Lanka has two of the world's best limited-overs spinners, Hasaranga and Theekshana. They will face a daunting task when they use the middle overs against a long and powerful New Zealand batting lineup. Mark Chapman and Glenn Phillips will return to familiar surroundings after stints at the Dambulla Sixers and Colombo Strikers before this year. There will be two important batters to watch. New Zealand will strive for a team performance, which has traditionally been their strength. Considering the team combination, Sri Lanka is expected to win this match.

Sri Lanka are in the lead with a T20 to go. Their strong performances at home continue and the team looks to be growing pretty well. They are enjoying the spin advantage and look very solid with the bat as well. New Zealand weren't too far behind as well. Early wickets up front and regular breakthroughs from Sri Lanka was a concern and that is something New Zealand will be looking to control with the help of their experienced heads.

SL vs NZ Match Details

Date: November 10th, 2024

Time:  7:00 PM IST

Venue: Dambulla

SL vs NZ Weather Report

There is some rain forecast during the game with 40% rain predicted. 

SL vs NZ Pitch Report

Dambulla has been on the drier side and batting first is a better choice with a lot of spin in the middle overs.

SL vs NZ Predicted Playing XI

NZ Playing XI

Will Young, Tim Robinson, Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Hay, Josh Clarkson, Mitchell Santner, Ish Sodhi, Zakary Foulkes, Jacob Duffey

SL Playing XI

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

See Also: Today’s Cricket Match Predictions – Cricket Winner

SL vs NZ Key Players

Mitchell Santner

Fitness permitting, Mitchell Santner will be coming into the upcoming game with a lot of confidence. As a bowler he turned a corner in Test Cricket and his spin will be with a lot more bite now that he finally conquered the subcontinent challenge.

Dunith Wellalage

While Wellalage has not played much in T20Is, his ODI Experience has made him a force at home. He is a very good spinner and has shown that he can choke oppositions with ease making him one to watch.

SL vs NZ Match Tips

Recent events will keep New Zealand full of confidence but Sri Lanka's recent run at home has been pretty solid as well.

Match Prediction: Sri Lanka Will Win The Match 

After securing three consecutive limited-overs series wins, Charith Asalanka-led Sri Lankan side is brewing up with a lot of confidence. The battle-hardened outfit has slowly become a force to reckon with in recent times. The skipper Asalanka now has some serious ambitions for his side and expects them to be as good as they were prior to 2014. 

The cricket-driven island nation was in the midst of its golden run between 2007-2014. During this period, Sri Lanka was often considered a tough opposition, especially in major ICC events where they managed to make no fewer than five World Cup final appearances (three T20Is and two ODIs) before going on to win their maiden T20 World Cup title in 2014. 

But the wheels had fallen off following the retirement of legends like Jayawardene and Sangakkara in 2014-15 and as a result, the team slipped into a hole and started witnessing a downward trajectory, especially in the white-ball format. However, with some sensational series wins against India, New Zealand, and West Indies, Asalanka hopes to revive the legacy of the vintage Lankan squad and replicate some of the old magic that the team possessed back in the day.

What does Asalanka aspire to do for Sri Lankan cricket?

As a first step, the Lankan skipper aims to propel his side up in the ICC Rankings and cement their place in the top three. In T20I cricket, his side is dismally ranked at number eight while in ODI, the Lankan side is up at the sixth position but still faces an inevitable exclusion from the upcoming Champions Trophy. Being the skipper of the Lankan side in the ODI and T20I formats, Sri Lanka have to compete fiercely on all fronts and continuously strive for positive progress. 

"Our goal is to climb to the top three in the rankings. If we've consistently been winning, when we go to the ICC tournaments, we won't get exposed. We'd have played good teams and won, like we used to do in 2014 and before, when we used to get to the semi-finals easily. We are hoping to come back to that level. It's important to play really well from tour to tour."

Their upcoming challenge against the Black Caps

It is worth mentioning that Sri Lanka's unprecedented resurgence in international cricket has largely been at home, most notably on turning wickets. This outfit is yet to be tested in alien conditions outside the Indian subcontinent. To build upon their dominating run, the Sri Lankan team will need to win matches consistently in away conditions.

But on the back of some emphatic series wins at home in recent times, one can safely conclude that the Asalanka-led Sri Lanka side have taken a step in the right direction.  They will now be up against the Black Caps for a five-match white-ball series who are coming off on the back of a historic 3-0 Test series sweep against India in their own backyard. 

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SL vs NZ Match Preview

Sri Lanka will look to keep their winning streak going when they face New Zealand in the first T20I of the series on Saturday at the Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium in Dambulla. Sri Lanka has performed admirably in all formats under new coach Sanath Jayasuriya. Captain Charith Asalanka is hoping that his team can deliver a clinical performance with both bat and ball in this match. New Zealand, on the other hand, will make their return to the T20 format after nearly five months away. Interim captain of the team Mitchell Santner will be hoping the team can adjust to the conditions and put on a good show against the Islanders.

SL vs NZ Match Details

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand – 1st Match, T20I Match

Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium, Dambulla

Date & Time: 09th November 2024 at 07:00 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar

SL vs NZ Venue Stats

SL vs NZ Pitch Report

The pitch flattens out over time and becomes easier to bat to serve as the match progresses, allowing teams batting second to fully capitalize and post a massive total.

SL vs NZ Weather Report

The weather is expected to be sunny, warm, and clear for the five-day test, with light winds at times. It should be a pleasant morning session.

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

Mitchell Santner (captain), Glenn Phillips, Tim Robinson, Mitchell Hay, Mark Chapman, Dean Foxcroft, Michael Bracewell, Lockie Ferguson, Jacob Duffy, Josh Clarkson, Ish Sodhi, Zak Foulkes

Sri Lanka Probable Playing XIs

Charith Asalanka (captain), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Wanindu Hasaranga, Kamindu Mendis, Mahesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara, Dunith Wellalage

Topmost Picks for SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Sri Lanka

• Kusal Mendis – Kusal Mendis will be one of their reliable batters who can adjust to the needs of the game.
• Nuwan Thushara – Nuwan Thushara will be most effective with the new ball and Pathirana is more of a death-overs specialist.

Top Picks – New Zealand

• Mark Chapman – Mark Chapman impressed with a man-of-the-match performance, notching up his first hundred against India in the second innings and seeing off the chase in the fourth match.
• Mitchell Santner – He would have learned a lot about captaincy after playing under MS Dhoni’s leadership in the Indian Premier League. 

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

Kusal Mendis, Charith Asalanka(VC), Pathum Nissanka, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Hay, Mitchell Santner(C), Michael Bracewell, Wanindu Hasaranga, Lockie Ferguson, Dunith Wellalage, Matheesha Pathirana

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

Kusal Mendis, Charith Asalanka, Pathum Nissanka, Glenn Phillips(VC), Mitchell Hay, Mitchell Santner, Michael Bracewell, Wanindu Hasaranga(C), Lockie Ferguson, Mahesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Wanindu Hasaranga, Mitchell Santner

Vice-captain – Glenn Phillips, Charith Asalanka

Wicketkeeper – Kusal Mendis

SL vs NZ Probable Winners:

Based on their current form, hosts Sri Lanka will be favorites to defeat New Zealand. With Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, and Wanindu Hasaranga in excellent form this year, the team management will be hoping for a strong performance in this home fixture. Considering the team combination, New Zealand is expected to win this match.

Sri Lanka are doing really well under their new leadership and as a unit they look a lot more confident. New Zealand too will be very confident coming to Sri Lanka after the high of whitewashing India in India. They are playing T20 Cricket for the first time after their group stage exit in June though and New Zealand will know that the next fifteen months are very important for them given the manner of their exit in the last World Cup.

SL vs NZ Match Details

Date: November 9th, 2024

Time:  7:00 PM IST

Venue: Dambulla

SL vs NZ Weather Report

There is some rain forecast during the game with 40% rain predicted. 

SL vs NZ Pitch Report

Dambulla has been on the drier side and batting first is a better choice with a lot of spin in the middle overs.

SL vs NZ Predicted Playing XI

NZ Playing XI

Will Young, Tom Robinson, Henry Nicholls, Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner, Josh Clarkson, Lockie Ferguson, Jacob Duffey, Ish Sodhi

SL Playing XI

Bhanuka Rajapaksha, Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka, Kusal Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Asitha Fernando

See Also: Today’s Cricket Match Predictions – Cricket Winner

SL vs NZ Key Players

Mitchell Santner

Fitness permitting, Mitchell Santner will be coming into the upcoming game with a lot of confidence. As a bowler he turned a corner in Test Cricket and his spin will be with a lot more bite now that he finally conquered the subcontinent challenge.

Dunith Wellalage

While Wellalage has not played much in T20Is, his ODI Experience has made him a force at home. He is a very good spinner and has shown that he can choke oppositions with ease making him one to watch.

SL vs NZ Match Tips

Recent events will keep New Zealand full of confidence but Sri Lanka's recent run at home has been pretty solid as well.

Match Prediction: Sri Lanka Will Win The Match 

Sri Lanka are close to winning the two-match home Test series against New Zealand after continuing their dominance on the third day of the last Test at Galle.

Leading the series by 1-0, Sri Lanka chose to bat first in the second Test. With the help of three centuries (Dinesh Chandimal 116, Kamindu Mendis 182*, and Kusal Mendis 106*), Sri Lanka scored 602/5 before the declaration. 

New Zealand started the third day of the Test at 22/2 and were all out for only 88 runs in the first session. They were forced to follow on and scored 3/1 at lunch. From the second session of the day, the visiting batters showed some fighting spirit and ended the day at 199/5.

During New Zealand’s first innings, the left-arm spinner Prabath Jayasuriya took six wickets (6/42), while the debutant off-spinner Nishan Peiris picked up three wickets (3/33), and the right-arm pacer Asitha Fernando bagged one wicket (1/8).

Here are some key stats from day three of the second Test between Sri Lanka and New Zealand

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New Zealand were bowled out for 88 runs

• It was the first time New Zealand completed a Test innings against Sri Lanka in less than three figures. The Blackcaps’ previous lowest Test innings against Sri Lanka was 102 all out at Colombo (SSC) in 1992. 
• It was also the lowest completed total in a Test innings between Sri Lanka and New Zealand. The previous record was 93 all out by Sri Lanka at Wellington in 1983. 
• Since 2014, it was the second-lowest completed total for New Zealand in a Test innings. The lowest record in this record book is 62 all out against India at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai in 2021.
• Since 2010, it was the second-lowest completed total in a Test innings in Sri Lanka. The record lowest total in this list is 73 all out for South Africa at Galle in 2018.
  

Prabath Jayasuriya had the bowling figures of 18-6-42-6 during New Zealand’s first innings 

• These were the record bowling figures in a Test innings by a Sri Lankan bowler against New Zealand. The previous record is 18-3-43-6 by the left-arm spinner Rangana Herath at Galle in 2012. 
• Also, Prabath Jayasuriya recorded the third-best bowling figures in a Test innings in Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Test cricket history.

Best bowling figures in a Test innings in Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Test matches