This will be the second ODI of the three-match series between Sri Lanka and New Zealand. Pallekelle International Cricket Stadium will host this game, which will be played at 2:30 PM IST on November 17th, 2024. Sri Lanka won the first match by 45 runs (DLS method).
Sri Lanka continued their good form at home in the first ODI. The batters put on a show and the bowlers never allowed the Kiwi batters to get going. Kusal Mendis (143 runs) and Avishka Fernando (100 runs) led from the front. Dilshan Madushanka picked up 3 wickets. Maheesh Theekshana and Charith Asalanka picked up 2 wickets each. Sri Lanka will be eyeing a series win in this game.
Meanwhile, New Zealand has struggled with their batting in this series. They have been below average with the bat and it’s been the main issue for them. The batters must step up if they are to keep the series alive. Bowlers too need to be disciplined.
SL vs NZ: Probable Playing XIs
Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (wk), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka (c), Kamindu Mendis, Janith Liyanage/Dunith Wellalage, Jeffrey Vandersay, Maheesh Theekshana, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka
New Zealand: Tim Robinson, Will Young, Henry Nicholls, Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, Mitch Hay (wk), Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (c), Josh Clarkson/Nathan Smith, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy/Adam Milne
SL vs NZ: Pitch Report & Weather Conditions
This will be the first ODI at Pallekelle since 2020. The pitch here is generally a good one for batting with ample help for the spinners as the game progresses. The Pacers will get movement with the new ball. Scores in the range of 260-280 are expected. Teams may prefer chasing.
The temperature will be 31 degrees Celsius at the start of the match. Rain is expected to interfere in this match as well.Â
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Top Player Picks for SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction
Avishka Fernando (SL)
- Avishka Fernando scored a brilliant century in the first ODI. He will be a key batter for Sri Lanka at the top and a good fantasy option as well.
- He has scored 510 runs in 16 ODIs this year at an average of 31.90 including 3 fifties and a century.
Michael Bracewell (NZ)
- Maheesh Theekshana picked up 2 wickets in the first match. He’s a key bowler for Sri Lanka, especially against New Zealand’s fragile top order.
- He has 12 wickets in 10 games this year at an economy of 4.51. A top fantasy pick.
Mitchell Santner (NZ)
- Mitchell Santner went wicket-less in the first match but he’s a key player for his side with both bat and ball. Â
- Santner is a wiley bowler and more than handy with the bat. The conditions will suit him in Sri Lanka. A top fantasy pick.Â
Top Captaincy and Vice-Captaincy Picks for SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction
Kusal Mendis (SL)
- Kusal Mendis continued his excellent form with the bat. He scored a match-winning 143 in the first ODI. Mendis will be a top C/VC option.
- He has been in sublime form in the last 12 months. Mendis has 668 runs in 16 innings at an average of 47.70 including 5 fifties and a century during this phase. Â
Charith Asalanka (SL)
- Charith Asalanka has been in exceptional form in ODIs this year. He has scored runs consistently and has chipped in with wickets as well.Â
- Asalanka averages 53.60 with the bat in 2024 for his 590 runs in 15 innings with 4 fifties and a hundred. He has picked up 9 wickets as well.Â
Michael Bracewell (NZ)
- Michael Bracewell will contribute with both bat and ball. He has been in good form on this tour.
- He scored 34* runs and picked up a wicket in the first ODI. Try him as C/VC in the big leagues.
SL vs NZ Player to AvoidÂ
Mitch Hay (NZ)
- Mitch Hay is expected to bat in the lower middle order. He will keep wickets for New Zealand. His current form is not that great and there are many better options than him in fantasy cricket.
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SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction:
Sri Lanka will be the favourites to win this game. Their batters and bowlers have been in excellent form. New Zealand is struggling with the bat and things will be difficult for the visitors.
