As the T20 series comes to a close, the Black Caps turn their attention to the ODI series against Sri Lanka. With the return of senior players and the departure of their T20 stars, all eyes will be on bowler Jacob Duffy as he hopes to cement his place in the squad with consistent performances. Kusal Perera's scintillating century helped Sri Lanka avoid a whitewash in the last T20, but the Black Caps will be looking for revenge in the ODI series. With the added pressure of building towards the Champions Trophy, the three-match series starting on Sunday is sure to be an intriguing one.
New Zealand's T20 team, which has undergone a major overhaul after their disappointing exit from the World Cup, have secured a 3-0 series sweep against Sri Lanka. Led by the impressive performances of four players who were not part of the squad six months ago, the Black Caps have once again dominated their opponents in the third T20. Veteran bowler Jacob Duffy and rookie Zak Foulkes were instrumental in restricting Sri Lanka's chase, while batting contributions from Tim Robinson and Mitch Hay helped the hosts set a challenging total of 186. This victory marks a successful start for the revamped Black Caps lineup, showcasing the potential of the new players who have stepped up in the absence of senior players.
The New Zealand National Cricket Team emerged victorious in their first T20I match against the Sri Lanka National Cricket Team at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui. Despite a strong start by Sri Lanka, New Zealand's strong batting and strategic bowling led them to secure a dominant win, with player Kane Williamson leading the team with a record-breaking performance. Fans eagerly await the next match in the series to see if New Zealand can continue their winning streak.
In the final ODI between Sri Lanka and New Zealand, both teams were looking for a strong finish to a rain-interrupted series. However, the New Zealand top-order finally clicked in the absence of their star players, with Will Young and Henry Nicholls leading the attack. Despite their efforts, the rain prevented any further play and Sri Lanka ultimately secured a 2-0 series victory. This win is promising for Sri Lanka's future in ODI cricket as they continue to build a strong team for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Meanwhile, New Zealand will now focus on the Test series against England.
Rain once again proved to be a spoiler as Sri Lanka's dominance in home conditions continued with a 0-0 draw against New Zealand in the final ODI. Despite putting up fights in the first two games, the Kiwis were unable to take a win on their lengthy subcontinental tour. Sri Lanka, on the other hand, end their season with a brilliant record of just one ODI loss, as they look ahead to their upcoming Test series against South Africa.
Rain interrupted the first ODI between Sri Lanka and New Zealand in Dambulla, causing a break in play. Sri Lanka's captain Charith Asalanka won the toss and chose to bat first in the match. Three New Zealand players, all-rounder Nathan Smith, top-order batsman Tim Robinson, and wicketkeeper Mitchell Hay, will be making their ODI debuts in the game. The upcoming ODI series between the two teams is currently tied at 1-1 after a drawn T20 series.
New Zealand will be looking to make a comeback in the second and final T20I against Sri Lanka after losing the first match. With Sri Lanka leading 1-0 in the series, the Kiwis will aim for a clean sweep. The match will be played at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium and the two teams will showcase their skills in hopes of emerging victorious. Don't miss this exciting match!
After a disappointing loss in the first T20, New Zealand came back strong in the second match, thanks to a brilliant performance from fast bowler Lockie Ferguson. His hat-trick in the second innings helped the Kiwis defend a modest total and level the series against Sri Lanka. The match, which was a nail-biting affair, had fans on the edge of their seats until the very end.
The highly anticipated white-ball tour of Sri Lanka for the New Zealand cricket team starts off with a two-match T20I series. After a successful tour of India in the Test format, the Kiwi side will be looking to dominate in the T20 matches. Meanwhile, the hosts will enter the contest following a 2-1 win against the West Indies in their last T20 series. Despite their disappointing performance at the 2024 T20 World Cup, New Zealand will be confident and eager to make a comeback in this format.
New Zealand's White Ferns made an impressive win against the Sri Lankan Lionesses in their Group A fixture at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024. Amelia Kerr contributed with two wickets while Georgia Plimmer's knock of 54 runs helped secure a victory for the Kiwis. Sri Lanka, with a disappointing performance, leaves the competition without a single win. New Zealand now sets its sights on their final match against Pakistan to secure a spot in the semi-finals.