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The second T20I match between new zealand i Sri Lanka takes place at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui on 30 December 2024. This competition is particularly important for Sri Lanka as they look to bounce back from a narrow defeat in the first T20I where New Zealand secured victory by only 8 runs. . New Zealand currently lead the series 1-0, with Daryl Mitchell emerging as a key player, having scored 62 runs in the previous match. Jacob Duffy he also shone with the ball, taking 3 wickets.
On the other hand, Sri Lanka are keen to level the series after their recent defeat. Pathum Nissanka has been a standout performer for Sri Lanka, scoring 90 runs in the series so far, while Binura Fernando has taken 2 wickets. The Sri Lankan team, led by Charith Asalankahas a strong batting line-up that includes established players like Where in Mendi and all terrain Wanindu Hasarangawhich can significantly affect both batting and bowling.
Tour of Sri Lanka by New Zealand, 2nd T20I:
- Date and time: December 30, 06:15 GMT | 11:45 am IST | 19:15 local
- Place: Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui
Bay Oval Field Report:
The pitch at Bay Oval is renowned for its ability to support the batsmen after an initial phase of seam movement for the fast bowlers. He is widely regarded as an excellent batting surface, with an average run rate of 8.71 in 13 men’s T20Is. Due to the favorable conditions and batting-friendly nature of the pitch, teams that win the toss usually choose to bat first at this venue.
NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeeper: Where in Mendi
- Beaters: Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, Rachin RavindraPathum Nissanka
- Versatile: Mitchell Santner, Wanindu Hasaranga, Daryl Mitchell
- Bowlers: Matheesha Pathirana, Maheesh Theekshana, Matt Henry
Captain and Vice Captain NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction:
Option 1: Kusal Mendis (c), Glenn Phillips (vc)
Option 2: Wanindu Hasaranga (c), Matheesha Pathirana (vc)
NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Nuwan Thushara, Jacob Duffy, Zak Foulkes, Chamidu Wickramasinghe
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NZ vs SL Dream11 Team for today’s match (December 30, 06:15 GMT):
Equipment:
New Zealand: Mitchell Santner (c), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Jacob Duffy, Zak Foulkes, Mitch Hay, Matt Henry, Bevon Jacobs, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Robinson, Nathan Smith
Sri Lanka: Charith Asalanka (C), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Avishka Fernando, Kamindu Mendis, Dinesh Chandimal, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Jeffrey Vandersay, Chamidu Wickramasinghe, Matheesha Thusha Fernando, Binhara, Fernando Thusha, Nuitwan .
