Welcome to SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction for Today’s Match Fantasy Cricket Tips.
Sri Lanka (SA) will take on New Zealand (NZ) in the 1st T20I match of the New Zealand Tour of Sri Lanka 2024 at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla on Saturday.
In the history of the T20 format, New Zealand and Sri Lanka have faced off 24 times. New Zealand holds a clear advantage with 13 wins compared to Sri Lanka’s 9 victories, while 2 matches ended with no result.
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SL vs NZ Match Information
| Match | SL vs NZ, 1st T20I Match, India tour of South Africa 2024 |
| Venue | Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla |
| Date | 09 November, 2024 |
| Time | 7.00 PM |
| Live Streaming | Star Sports |
SL vs NZ Pitch Report
The pitch at the Rangiri is generally a slow track, and stroke-making is difficult for batters.
SL vs NZ Weather Report
The weather is expected to be sunny, with minimal chances of rain interrupting the proceedings.
Team Update/Players Availability News
There are no Injury Updates from both sides.
Sri Lanka Predicted Playing XI
Charith Asalanka (captain), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Wanindu Hasaranga, Kamindu Mendis, Mahesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara and Dunith Wellalage
New Zealand Predicted Playing XI
Mitchell Santner (captain),Glenn Phillips, Tim Robinson, Mitchell Hay, Mark Chapman, Dean Foxcroft, Michael Bracewell, Lockie Ferguson, Jacob Duffy, Josh Clarkson, Ish Sodhi, Zak Foulkes
SL vs NZ: Complete Squad
Sri Lanka Squad: Charith Asalanka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Kamindu Mendis, Dinesh Chandimal, Avishka Fernando, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage, Jeffrey Vandersay, Chamidu Wickramasinghe, Nuwan Thushara, Matheesha Pathirana, Binura Fernando, Asitha Fernando
New Zealand Squad: Mitchell Santner (c), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Josh Clarkson, Jacob Duffy, Lockie Ferguson, Zak Foulkes, Dean Foxcroft, Mitch Hay (wk), Henry Nicholls, Glenn Phillips, Tim Robinson, Nathan Smith, Ish Sodhi, Will Young
SL vs NZ Dream11 Match Prediction Choices For Captain And Vice-Captain
Wanindu Hasaranga – Captain
Wanindu Hasaranga is the most dependable choice for the captaincy role on fantasy teams. His form with bat in the lower-middle order and ability to give crucial breakthroughs for his side makes him one of the exceptional talents to watch out for.
Mitchell Santner – Vice captain
He can pose a big threat to the Sri Lanka team owing to his ability to contribute with both bat and the ball. In addition, he will also be aiming to guide his side to win the series opener under his leadership.
Head to Head Dream11 Team Prediction SL vs NZ
Wicket Keepers: K Mendis
Batters: G Phillips, C Asalanka, P Nissanka
All-rounders: M Santner(VC), W Hasaranga(C), D Wellalage, M Bracewell
Bowlers: L Ferguson, M Theekshana, M Pathirana
Grand League Dream11 Team Prediction SL vs NZ
Wicket Keepers: K Mendis
Batters: G Phillips, C Asalanka, P Nissanka(VC)
All-rounders: M Santner, W Hasaranga, D Wellalage, K Mendis
Bowlers: L Ferguson, M Theekshana(C), M Pathirana
Who Will Win Today’s match Between SL vs NZ
Sri Lanka to win
We predict that Sri Lanka will be winning this 1st T20I Match. The likes of Kusal Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga and Matheesha Pathirana will be key players to watch out for.
