SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Player Stats & Injury Updates For 2nd T20I of India tour of South Africa 2024

Sri Lanka defeats New Zealand by 4 wickets in a tight T20I chase, with Charith Asalanka named Player of the Match.

Sri Lanka will face New Zealand in the 2nd T20I of the New Zealand tour of Sri Lanka, 2024 on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla. This article will cover match details, pitch report, playing XI, player stats, Dream11 predictions and fantasy cricket tips for the SL vs NZ match.

Match Preview

In a closely contested T20I, New Zealand opted to bat first, setting a modest target of 135 runs in 19.3 overs. Michael Bracewell and Zakary Foulkes led New Zealand’s scoring with 27 runs each, but their efforts were limited by Sri Lankan bowler Dunith Wellalage, who delivered an impressive spell, claiming 3/20.

Sri Lanka’s chase was steady, with Charith Asalanka playing a crucial role as the top scorer and ultimately securing the Player of the Match award. Reaching the target with four wickets in hand, Sri Lanka wrapped up the game in 19 overs. Zakary Foulkes also stood out with the ball for New Zealand, taking 3/20, but his efforts couldn’t prevent Sri Lanka’s successful chase

Match Details

Match:Sri Lanka vs New Zealand, 2nd T20I
Date:Sunday, November 10, 2024
Time:7:00 PM (IST)
Venue:Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla
Live Streaming:Sony LIV & FanCode

Probable Playing XI

Sri Lanka

Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (WK), Kusal Perera, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka (C), Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara.

New Zealand

Tim Robinson, Will Young, Mitchell Hay, Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips (WK), Dean Foxcroft, Mitchell Santner (C), Zakary Foulkes, Ish Sodhi, Lockie Ferguson, Jacob Duffy.

Pitch Report

The pitch at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium typically favors batters, offering a reliable surface for building scores. With an average first innings score of around 169 in recent T20 matches, teams can expect a good batting platform. While the track supports scoring, both pacers and spinners are likely to find some assistance, with seamers enjoying early movement and spinners getting turn as the game progresses

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Head-to-Head Records in T20Is

  • Total Matches: 24
  • Won by Sri Lanka: 10
  • Won by New Zealand: 13
  • No Result: 1

Player Stats In Current Series

Most Runs

PlayerRuns
Charith Asalanka35 Runs
Zak Foulkes27 Runs
Michael Bracewell27 Runs
Kamindu Mendis23 Runs
Kusal Perera23 Runs

Most Wickets

PlayerWickets
Dunith Wellalage3 Wickets
Zak Foulkes3 Wickets
Nuwan Thushara2 Wickets
Wanindu Hasaranga2 Wickets
Matheesha Pathirana2 Wickets

SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Fantasy Dream Team

  • Wicket-Keeper: Kusal Mendis
  • Batters: Glenn Phillips, Charith Asalanka, Pathum Nissanka
  • All-Rounders: Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage
  • Bowlers: Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Zakary Foulkes
  • Captain: Wanindu Hasaranga
  • Vice-Captain: Mitchell Santner

SL vs NZ Match Prediction

Who Will Win Today’s Match?

Sri Lanka is expected to win this match.