NZ vs SL Dream11 prediction – Get ready for an exciting clash in 3rd T20I of New Zealand vs Sri Lanka T20I 2024-25, where New Zealand (NZ) will face Sri Lanka (SL) at Saxton Oval, Nelson, on January 2, 2025, 5:45 AM IST. Both teams are aiming to win and improve their position in the group standings.
Read our in-depth Dream11 prediction to find the best fantasy picks, key player stats, and a detailed pitch report to create your winning team for today’s match.
NZ vs SL 3rd T20I Dream11 Match Details
| Team | New Zealand (NZ) vs Sri Lanka (SL) |
| Competition | New Zealand vs Sri Lanka T20I 2024-25 |
| Date & Time | January 2, 2025, 5:45 AM |
| Venue | Saxton Oval, Nelson |
| Live Stream | SonyLiv App/web |
| Scorecard | NZ vs SL Live Score |
Check out our New Zealand vs Sri Lanka T20I 2024-25 tournament overview for more insights. Read more about Dream11 predictions for other matches in the New Zealand vs Sri Lanka T20I 2024-25.
NZ vs SL Team Form (Last 5 matches)
NZ vs SL Dream11 Team Preview & Head-to-Head Records
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New Zealand won their previous match against Sri Lanka by 45 runs. Their top performers were Mark Chapman, who scored 42 runs off 29 balls, and Tim Robinson, who scored 41 runs off 34 balls. In bowling, Jacob Duffy took 4 wickets and Matt Henry took 2 wickets for New Zealand.
On the other hand, Sri Lanka lost their previous match against New Zealand by 45 runs. Their top performers were Kusal Perera, who scored 48 runs off 35 balls, and Pathum Nissanka, who scored 37 runs off 28 balls. Wanindu Hasaranga took 2 wickets and Nuwan Thushara took 1 wicket for Sri Lanka in bowling.
NZ vs SL 3rd T20I Key Player for your Dream11 Fantasy Team
For New Zealand
- Top Batters: Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell
- Top Bowler: Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry
New Zealand Probable XI – Tim Robinson, Mitchell Hay (WK), Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Mitchell Santner, Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy, Zakary Foulkes
For Sri Lanka
- Top Batters: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis
- Top Bowler: Wanindu Hasaranga, Binura Fernando
Sri Lanka Probable XI – Kusal Mendis (WK), Kusal Perera, Pathum Nissanka, Kamindu Mendis, Avishka Fernando, Wanindu Hasaranga, Charith Asalanka, Matheesha Pathirana, Maheesh Theekshana, Nuwan Thushara, Binura Fernando
NZ vs SL 3rd T20I Pitch Report for Saxton Oval, Nelson
Pitch Report — The pitch conditions here at Saxton Oval traditionally T20I reads as flat, quick deck, pacy track with bounce, fair for batters, with grip and turn later on. Par-score bands sit roughly at Low: 130, Medium: 170, High: 190.
Live Weather Update - — Currently Light rain. heavy cloud could exaggerate early swing. high humidity (81%) may help the ball grip later, nudging spinners into the game. winds near 37.8 m/s can make aerial hitting riskier.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Condition | Flat Track Pitch |
| Batting Condition | Average |
| Pace Bowling Condition | Pace & Bounce |
| Spin Bowling Condition | Sharp Turn |
NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction: Wicket-Keeper Picks
| Player | Inn | Avg Fpts | Runs | Wickets | RR 5 Inn | RW 5 Inn |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kusal Mendis | 10 | 30.9 | 286 | 1 | 10,46,0,11,47 | 0,0,0,0,0 |
| Dinesh Chandimal | 10 | 27.4 | 278 | 0 | 30,13,13,66,44 | 0 |
| Mitchell Hay | 10 | 19.6 | 202 | 0 | 41,0,55,24,49 | |
| Kusal Perera | 10 | 13.9 | 145 | 0 | 48,0,30,9,2 |
NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction: Top Batter Picks
| Player | Inn | Avg Fpts | Runs | Wickets | RR 5 Inn | RW 5 Inn |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark Chapman | 10 | 50.7 | 457 | 2 | 42,15,27,276,76 | 0,0,0,0,0 |
| Daryl Mitchell | 10 | 33.5 | 260 | 3 | 18,62,14,6,19 | 2,0,0,0,0 |
| Tim Robinson | 10 | 33.1 | 258 | 3 | 41,11,35,92,9 | 0,0,1,2 |
| Pathum Nissanka | 10 | 31.6 | 318 | 0 | 37,90,0,15,41 | |
| Bevon Jacobs | 10 | 29.9 | 299 | 0 | 39,2,80,44,75 |
NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction: Top All-Rounder Picks
| Player | Inn | Avg Fpts | Runs | Wickets | RR 5 Inn | RW 5 Inn |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wanindu Hasaranga | 10 | 69.6 | 113 | 23 | 1,5,3,22,5 | 2,2,3,4,2 |
| Matt Henry | 10 | 68.2 | 66 | 24 | 8,0,18,5,0 | 2,2,4,2,4 |
| Zakary Foulkes | 10 | 66.7 | 132 | 21 | 1,4,6,27,11 | 1,2,5,1,1 |
| Rachin Ravindra | 10 | 59.3 | 285 | 12 | 1,8,18,3,34 | 0,1,0,0,0 |
| Mitchell Santner | 10 | 58.4 | 197 | 15 | 1,76,6,9,19 | 2,0,3,1,0 |
NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction: Top Bowler Picks
| Player | Inn | Avg Fpts | Runs | Wickets | RR 5 Inn | RW 5 Inn |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Henry | 10 | 68.2 | 66 | 24 | 8,0,18,5,0 | 2,2,4,2,4 |
| Mitchell Santner | 10 | 58.4 | 197 | 15 | 1,76,6,9,19 | 2,0,3,1,0 |
| Jeffrey Vandersay | 10 | 52.9 | 71 | 18 | 1,0,19,3,0 | 0,2,2,1,0 |
| Jacob Duffy | 10 | 40 | 75 | 13 | 10,4,4,0,29 | 4,3,0,0,3 |
| Maheesh Theekshana | 10 | 34 | 71 | 11 | 0,1,0,7,13 | 0,2,3,1,1 |
NZ vs SL 3rd T20I Dream11 Team Prediction Today Match

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NZ vs SL Dream11 Best Captain/Vice-Captain Prediction Today Match
For Small League
Wanindu Hasaranga, P Nissanka, Jacob Duff, Kusal Mendis
For Grand League
M Pathirana, Z Foulkes, M Bracewell, M Santner
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