New Zealand vs Sri Lanka, T20 World Cup, Super 12 - Cricket Match Prediction, Where To Watch, Probable XI And Fantasy XI Tips
After a long break, New Zealand will clash against Sri Lanka in the 27th match of the T20 World Cup on Saturday, October 29 at Sydney Cricket Ground.
After a long break, New Zealand will clash against Sri Lanka in the 27th match of the T20 World Cup on Saturday, October 29 at Sydney Cricket Ground.
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The last match between New Zealand and Afghanistan got abandoned due to rain. But in their first game against defending champion Australia, the Kiwi side performed really very well both with bat and ball.
Currently, Devon Conway is the top scorer of the side with 92 runs in 1 match. Other batters who have contributed to the team are Finn Allen and Glenn Phillips. Against Australia, opener batter Finn Allen produced a storming 42 runs in 16 balls.
While New Zealand's bowling has also shown gritty intent and got wickets in the first match. Tim Southee and Mitchell Santner are the current leading wicket-taker for the Kiwi team. Both of the veteran medium pacers and spin all-rounders have got 3 wickets each in 1 match.
On the other hand, Sri Lanka is in the third spot in Group A with one win and one loss in 2 matches. In the last game, Lankan bowlers were smacked by Aussi batters, whereas their batting was also not looking in a good position.
Sri Lankan keeper batter Kusal Mendis is the leading run-scorer with 176 runs in 5 matches. Pathum Nissanka is in the second spot with 137 runs in 4 matches.
Lankan bowling has been so far revolving around Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Thikshana. In the last match, Hasaranga was wrecked by Stoinis as he leaked 53 runs in 3 overs.
Overall Hasaranga has grabbed 9 wickets in 5 matches, Maheesh scalped 8 wickets in 5 matches. Sri Lanka is going through a bad phase as they lost a few important players due to injury.
NZ vs SL: Match Details
- Date – Saturday, October 29, 2022
- Time – 01:30 PM IST
- Venue – Sydney Cricket Ground
Match Prediction: Today's Match Prediction? NZ vs SL
New Zealand and Sri Lanka will be facing each other in the T20 World Cup where New Zealand looks confident to get over Sri Lanka.
NZ vs SL Head-to-Head:
- Total: 18
- New Zealand: 10
- Sri Lanka: 06
- No Result: 01
- Tied: 01
NZ vs SL: Where to Watch?
New Zealand vs Sri Lanka match will be get broadcasted on the Star Sports network on TV, and Hotstar for Indian viewers.
NZ vs SL Team News:
Both teams are likely to go with the same combination of players as played in the last match.
NZ vs SL Probable Playing XI:
- New Zealand: Devon Conway(w), Finn Allen, Kane Williamson(c), Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee, Ish Sodhi, Lockie Ferguson, Trent Boult
- Sri Lanka: Kusal Mendis(w), Dhananjaya de Silva, Charith Asalanka/Pathum Nissanka, Ashen Bandara, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Dasun Shanaka(c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Chamika Karunaratne, Maheesh Theekshana, Binura Fernando, Lahiru Kumara
NZ vs SL Fantasy XI:
- Wicketkeepers: Kusal Mendis, Devon Conway
- Batting: Dhananjaya de Silva, Finn Allen, Glenn Phillips, Pathum Nissanka
- All-rounder: Wanindu Hasaranga, Mitchell Santner
- Bowling: Maheesh Theekshana, Tim Southee, Ish Sodhi
*. This fantasy XI is based on the understanding, analysis, knowledge, and instinct of the writer. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.
Also Read: Today Live Match Scorecard
