NZ vs SL Today Match Prediction: New Zealand (NZ) and Sri Lanka (SL) will compete in the 1st T20 match of the Sri Lanka tour of New Zealand 2024 .
Who will win the 1st T20 match of the India vs Sri Lanka T20 series? Find out in our prediction for the NZ vs. SL match today. The cricket match between New Zealand and Sri Lanka will be held on Saturday, December 28, at the Kotambi Cricket Stadium in Vadodara, India.
NZ vs SL Match Details & Live Streaming
| Match | New Zealand vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20 |
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| Venue | Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, New Zealand |
| Date and Time | Saturday, December 28, 11:45 AM (IST) |
| Live Stream | Hotstar app/web |
NZ vs SL Today Match Prediction – Team Analysis
New Zealand (NZ)
Captain Mitchell Santner leads a confident side, strong in home conditions.
Key Batters: Tim Robinson and Mark Chapman aim for a strong start, supported by Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, and Daryl Mitchell in the middle order.
All-Rounders: Mitchell Santner, Zakary Foulkes, and Mitchell Hay add depth to the batting lineup.
Bowlers: Jacob Duffy and Matt Henry are expected to trouble the Sri Lankan top order, with Santner and Foulkes providing spin options.
Sri Lanka (SL)
Captain Charith Asalanka faces a tough challenge in unfamiliar conditions.
Key Batters: Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis aim to tackle New Zealand’s pace attack, with support from Kusal Perera, Kamindu Mendis, and Charith Asalanka.
Lower Order Power: Bhanuka Rajapaksa and Wanindu Hasaranga are expected to provide big hits.
Bowlers: Matheesha Pathirana and Nuwan Thushara will aim for early breakthroughs, with Asitha Fernando and Wanindu Hasaranga focusing on containing runs.
NZ vs SL 1st T20: Probable Playing XIs
New Zealand Probable XI:
Mitchell Santner (c), Mitchell Hay (wk), Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry, Rachin Ravindra, Nathan Smith, Tim Robinson, Zakary Foulkes.
Sri Lanka Probable XI:
Charith Asalanka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kusal Perera, Kamindu Mendis, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Wanindu Hasaranga, Asitha Fernando, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara.
NZ vs SL 1st T20 Winner Prediction
Best Batters
Who will score the most runs for NZ in the match: G Phillips and R Ravindra.
Who will score the most runs for SL in the match: K Mendis and K Perera.
Best Bowlers
Who will pick the most wickets for NZ in the match: T Robinson and M Henry
Who will pick the most wickets for SL in the match: M Pathirana and N Thushara
Scores Prediction
New Zealand – 180+
Sri Lanka – 160+
Who will win the Match?
- Sri Lanka has struggled in New Zealand and faces tough batting conditions.
- Sri Lankan batsmen need to adapt quickly to fast and bouncy pitches.
- New Zealand has strong hitters and is comfortable playing at home.
New Zealand has the advantage and is likely to win this match.
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