The third T20I between New Zealand and Sri Lanka will be played at The Saxton Oval in Nelson on the 2nd.nd January, starts at 5:45 AM IST.
Get the best NZ vs SL Dream11 predictions, fantastic cricket tips, playing XI odds and match insights for the third T20I match of the Sri Lanka tour of New Zealand 2024. Expert analysis, etc.
NZ vs SL match preview:
New Zealand are celebrating a crucial 2-0 lead in their T20I series against Sri Lanka after a convincing 45-run win in the second match at Bay Oval.
The Kiwis set an impressive target of 186 runs for five wickets thanks to outstanding contributions from Mark Chapman (42 runs), Mitch Hay (41 runs) and Tim Robinson (41 runs). Sri Lanka’s Kusal Perera (48 points) and Pathum Nissanka (37 points) took the lead.
However, Jacob Duffy’s stunning bowling performance (4 wickets for 15 runs) restricted Sri Lanka to 141 runs, giving New Zealand a 45-run win. As the team prepares for the third T20I, New Zealand are hungry for a series sweep while Sri Lanka are determined to regain momentum and end the series on a good note. Another thrilling encounter is on the cards!
NZ vs SL head-to-head records:
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team |
game won |
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New Zealand |
16 |
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sri lanka |
10 |
NZ vs SL Weather and Stadium Report:
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temperature |
18°C |
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weather forecast |
cloudy |
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pitch action |
batting friendly |
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Best suited for |
speed |
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Average score per inning |
184 |
Pursuit Team Records:
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record |
poor |
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Win rate (%) |
10% |
NZ vs SL 11s Match (Predicted):
New Zealand 11 matches: Tim Robinson, Rachin Ravindra, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner©, Zakary Foulkes, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy, Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Hay Ltd.
Sri Lanka 11 played: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis(wk), Kusal Perera, Avishka Fernando, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka©, Wanindu Hasaranga, Binura Fernando, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Suchhara
Hot Picks for NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captain’s Recommendations:
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Wanindu Hasaranga – He is an important all-rounder from Sri Lanka. He hunted down two wickets in the last match. |
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Jacob Duffy – He is a right-arm medium fast bowler from New Zealand. He hunted down four wickets in the last match. |
Top Recommended Products:
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Michael Bracewell – He is a left-handed batsman from New Zealand who throws right-arm off-spin with the ball. He scored 5 runs and took 1 wicket in the last match. |
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Pathum Nissanka – Right-handed batsman from Sri Lanka. He added 37 points in his last game. |
Budget Recommendations:
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Glenn Phillips – He is a right-handed batsman from New Zealand who plays in the middle order. |
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Maheesh Theekshana – A right-arm off-break bowler from Sri Lanka who is useful in the middle overs. |
NZ vs SL Sri Lanka New Zealand 2024 Tour Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:
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captain |
Wanindu Hasaranga & Pathum Nissanka |
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vice-captain |
Jacob Duffy & Michael Bracewell |
NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keeper – Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera
- Typing – Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Pathum Nissanka
- All-rounder – Mitchell Santner, Wannindu Hasaranga (c); Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell
- Bowler – Matisha Patirana, Jacob Duffy (VC)
NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keeper – Kusal Mendis
- Typing – Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Pathum Nissanka (c)
- All-rounder – Mitchell Santner, Wanindu Hasaranga, Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell (VC)
- Bowler – Matisha Patirana, Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry
NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction Today’s Match 3rd T20I Sri Lanka Tour New Zealand 2024 Players to Avoid:
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player |
Dream11 Credits |
Dream11 points (last match) |
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Bevon Jacobs |
6.0 credits |
DNP |
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Banuka Rajapaksa |
7.0 credits |
DNP |
NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction Today Match 3rd T20I Sri Lanka Tour New Zealand 2024 Expert Advice:
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SL Captaincy Choice |
Wanindu Hasaranga |
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GL Captain Selection |
Pathum Nissanka |
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punt recommendation |
Matt Henry, Kusal Ferrera |
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Dream 11 Combination |
2-4-4-1 |
NZ vs SL match winner prediction:
Considering the team’s current performance in this series, New Zealand is expected to win this match.
