- December 27, 2024
NZ vs SL Match Analysis
Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, will host the first T20I of a three-match T20I series between New Zealand and Sri Lanka at 12:15 pm BST on December 28, 2024.
New Zealand currently holds the 4th spot on the ICC Men’s T20I Team Rankings with a rating of 254.
Sri Lanka is presently ranked 7th on the ICC Men’s T20I Team Rankings with a rating of 228.
NZ vs SL Team Preview & Squads
New Zealand
New Zealand has recently struggled for form in T20Is, managing only a 1-1 tie in a series against Sri Lanka and failing to qualify for the Semi-Finals in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. However, with standout players like Mitchell Santner, Michael Bracewell, and Glenn Phillips in their squad, they are expected to dominate Sri Lanka in the upcoming T20I matches.
Glenn Phillips is a powerful hitter of the cricket ball, capable of playing substantial innings, and will be a crucial player for NZ in the upcoming matches.
Mitchell Santner is known for his disciplined bowling. He rarely offers easy runs and frequently delivers vital breakthroughs for his team.
New Zealand Squads
New Zealand Squads
Mitchell Hay, Tim Robinson, Mitchell Santner, Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Zakary Foulkes, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Nathan Smith, Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry, and Bevon Jacobs.
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is in decent form in T20I cricket, having tied a two-match series against New Zealand at home and securing a 2-1 victory over the West Indies in October on home soil. The return of Wanindu Hasaranga to the squad further bolsters the Island nation, and they are well-equipped to challenge New Zealand in the upcoming matches.
Kusal Mendis displayed excellent form in the recently concluded Lanka T10 League and is anticipated to be SL’s standout batter in the T20I series.
Wanindu Hasaranga, a world-class spinner with many variations, is set to play a pivotal role for Sri Lanka with the ball.
Sri Lanka Squads
Sri Lanka Squads
Kusal Perera, Jeffrey Vandersay, Avishka Fernando, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Matheesha Pathirana, Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dinesh Chandimal, Pathum Nissanka, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Charith Asalanka, Maheesh Theekshana, Asitha Fernando, Binura Fernando, Kusal Mendis, and Nuwan Thushara.
NZ vs SL: Match Details | ||
Match | New Zealand vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I | Sri Lanka tour of New Zealand, 2024-25 | |
Date | 28/12/2024 (Saturday) | |
Time | 11:15 (GMT+5) / 11:45 (GMT+5.5) / 12:15 (GMT+6) | |
Format | T20I | |
Venue | Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui | |
Recent performance | New Zealand – L W W L W | Sri Lanka – L W W W L |
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New Zealand vs Sri Lanka outfield report
Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui
Out of 17 matches played, 11 have been won by the team batting first, making batting first the likely choice for the toss winner.
The weather is expected to be partly cloudy.
The average first innings score is 152 on this field.
New Zealand vs Sri Lanka Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches
In their last five encounters, New Zealand has won three and Sri Lanka has won one.
New Zealand vs Sri Lanka Prediction
Event | New Zealand | Sri Lanka |
Toss Winner | New Zealand | – |
Player of the Match | – | |
Top Run Scorer | Daryl Mitchell | Pathum Nissanka |
Top Wicket Taker | Matt Henry | Binura Fernando |
Most Sixes | Daryl Mitchell | Pathum Nissanka |
Predicted Score | 170+ | 160+ |
Win Probability | 55% | 45% |
Cricket analysts predict New Zealand has a 55% chance of winning.
Disclaimer: This cricket prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.
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