The Basin Reserve in Wellington will witness a captivating first ODI match between Sri Lanka and New Zealand on January 5th, commencing at 5:45 AM IST.
Get the best NZ vs SL Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 1st ODI match of the Sri Lanka Tour of New Zealand 2024. Expert analysis and more.
NZ vs SL Match Preview:
Sri Lanka’s tour of New Zealand transitions to the ODI format after an exciting T20I series, where New Zealand secured a clean sweep with a 3-0 victory. Now, the teams are set to face each other In a three-match ODI series, beginning on the 5th of January at Cello Basin Reserve, Wellington.
Tom Latham will lead the New Zealand side, while Charith Asalanka will captain the Sri Lankan team. Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, and Matt Henry are among the key players for New Zealand. On the other hand, Pathum Nissanka, Wanindu Hasaranga, and Maheesh Theekshana are vital for Sri Lanka.
These two teams have faced off 105 times in ODIs, with New Zealand winning 52 matches and Sri Lanka triumphing in 43 games. A closely contested series is expected as both teams aim to start the new year on a strong note.
NZ vs SL Head-to-Head Record:
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Teams |
Matches Won |
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New Zealand |
52 |
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Sri Lanka |
43 |
NZ vs SL Weather & Pitch Report:
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Temperature |
14°C |
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Weather Forecast |
Light Rain |
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Pitch Behaviour |
Batting-friendly |
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Best Suited To |
Pace |
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Average 1st innings score |
283 |
Record of chasing teams:
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Records |
Poor |
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Winning % |
10% |
NZ vs SL Playing 11s (Predicted):
New Zealand Playing 11: Tom Latham (wk), Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner ©, Matt Henry, Will O’Rourke, Jacob Duffy
Sri Lanka Playing 11: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Nuwanidu Fernando, Avishka Fernando, Charith Asalanka ©, Kamindu Mendis, Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Eshan Malinga, Mohamed Shiraz
Hot Picks for NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
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Charith Asalanka – He is a left-handed batsman and right-arm off-break bowler from Sri Lanka. |
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Wanindu Hasaranga – He is a right-handed batsman and right-arm leg-break bowler from Sri Lanka. |
Top Picks:
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Daryl Mitchell – He is a right-handed batsman and right-arm medium fast bowler from New Zealand. |
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Rachin Ravindra – He is a left-handed batsman and left-arm orthodox spinner from New Zealand. |
Budget Picks:
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Lahiru Kumara – He is a right-arm fast bowler from Sri Lanka who will be handy while bowling first. |
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Michael Bracewell – He is a left-handed batsman and right-arm off-break bowler from New Zealand. |
NZ vs SL Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
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Captain |
Wanindu Hasaranga & Pathum Nissanka |
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Vice-Captain |
Jacob Duffy & Michael Bracewell |
NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keeper – Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera
- Batsmen – Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Pathum Nissanka
- All-rounders – Mitchell Santner, Wanindu Hasaranga (c), Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell
- Bowlers – Matheesha Pathirana, Jacob Duffy (vc)
NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keeper – Kusal Mendis
- Batsmen – Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Pathum Nissanka (c)
- All-rounders – Mitchell Santner, Wanindu Hasaranga, Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell (vc)
- Bowlers – Matheesha Pathirana, Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry
NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1st ODI Sri Lanka Tour of New Zealand 2024 Players to Avoid:
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Players |
Dream11 Credits |
Dream11 Points (Last match) |
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Avishka Fernando |
6.0 credits |
NA |
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Mark Chapman |
7.0 credits |
NA |
NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1st ODI Sri Lanka Tour of New Zealand 2024 Expert Advice:
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SL Captaincy Choice |
Wanindu Hasaranga |
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GL Captaincy Choice |
Pathum Nissanka |
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Punt Picks |
Matt Henry and Kusal Perera |
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Dream11 Combination |
2-4-4-1 |
NZ vs SL Match Winner Prediction:
Considering the team’s combination and strength, New Zealand is expected to win this game.
