New Zealand vs Sri Lanka, NZ vs SL 2024: Shriram Book Match Prediction, Betting Tips & Analysis

Toss Winner: Sri Lanka won the toss and chose to bowl first

NZ vs SL Betting Tips by Shriram Book Match Prediction

• Standings:

  • Sri Lanka hasn’t won against New Zealand in New Zealand in the last seven games.

  • New Zealand thrives on home conditions, offering a significant edge.

  • Sri Lanka’s batsmen struggle against top-quality pace attacks.

Shriram Book Match Prediction: New Zealand to win.

Tournament Overview

• Tournament: Sri Lanka tour of New Zealand, 2024

• Format: T20

• Venue: Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, New Zealand

• Toss Prediction: To Bowl

• Weather Conditions: Sunny | 24.3°C

Match Analysis by Shriram Book Match Prediction

This is the opening game of the three-match T20I series. New Zealand, confident at home, will look to capitalize on their conditions against a Sri Lankan side that historically struggles on foreign soil. With a powerful pace bowling unit, New Zealand holds the advantage against Sri Lanka, which lacks consistent performers in challenging conditions.

New Zealand Preview

Mitchell Santner’s squad is brimming with confidence, given their home record. Strong batting contributions from Tim Robinson, Glenn Phillips, and Rachin Ravindra are pivotal. Their formidable fast bowling duo, Jacob Duffy and Matt Henry, is expected to dominate Sri Lanka’s fragile top order.

New Zealand Playing XI:

• Mitchell Santner (c), Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Rachin Ravindra, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Hay (wk), Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry, Zakary Foulkes, Tim Robinson

Sri Lanka Preview

Sri Lanka’s skipper Charith Asalanka faces a daunting task. Their batsmen need to adapt to fast and bouncy tracks, while bowlers like Matheesha Pathirana and Wanindu Hasaranga must deliver breakthroughs early on.

Sri Lanka Playing XI:

• Charith Asalanka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Kamindu Mendis, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Wanindu Hasaranga, Matheesha Pathirana, Maheesh Theekshana, Nuwan Thushara, Binura Fernando

Weather and Pitch Report

• Conditions: Slight cloud cover, assisting seam and swing bowling.

• Pitch: Fast bowlers enjoy this venue with good bounce and carry. Batsmen need to settle early to capitalize later.

Toss Prediction by Shriram Book Match Prediction: Bowl first to leverage the early movement.

Winning Prediction by Shriram Book Match Prediction

Sri Lanka faces an uphill battle in these challenging conditions. New Zealand’s balanced squad, equipped with power hitters and a strong bowling attack, gives them a clear edge.

Winning Team Prediction: New Zealand