New Zealand vs Sri Lanka Head to Head Record, 2nd ODI: Sri Lanka Tour of New Zealand 2024, Stats and Results

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NZ vs SL 2nd ODI: The second ODI of the three-match series between New Zealand and Sri Lanka is set to take place at Seddon Park, Hamilton, on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. The Black Caps are leading 1-0 after a commanding nine-wicket victory in the first game.

Now they have the chance to seal the series. Sri Lanka, however, will be desperate to bounce back and keep their hopes alive. New Zealand excelled in the first ODI, dismissing Sri Lanka for 178 runs.

Matt Henry picked up a stellar 4-19. Will Young then guided the hosts to an emphatic victory with an unbeaten 90 off 86 balls. For Sri Lanka, opener Avishka Fernando was the lone bright spot with 56 runs.

New Zealand vs Sri Lanka Match Information

• Date: Wednesday, January 8, 2025
• Time: 6:30 AM
• Venue: Seddon Park, Hamilton
• Live Telecast: Sony Sports Network TV channels
• Live Streaming: Sony Liv app and website

Team News

New Zealand

New Zealand's lineup looks solid with players like Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, and skipper Mitchell Santner in good form. Matt Henry, fresh off his match-winning spell, will aim to repeat his heroics, while Will Young remains key at the top of the order.

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, led by Charith Asalanka, will need significant contributions from their experienced players like Kusal Mendis and Wanindu Hasaranga. Pathum Nissanka, who failed in the first ODI, will look to replicate his T20I performances. The bowling department, including Asitha Fernando and Maheesh Theekshana, must deliver to trouble New Zealand's batsmen.

New Zealand vs Sri Lanka ODI Head-to-Head Record

• Total played: 105
• New Zealand win: 52
• Sri Lanka win: 43
• No result / Draw: 10

Pitch and Weather Report

Pitch Report

Seddon Park, known for assisting bowlers, could set the stage for another low-scoring contest. The average first innings score here is 233, with anything above 250 considered competitive. Historically, teams batting second have had more success, winning 23 of 39 ODIs at this venue.

Weather Report

The weather in Hamilton is expected to be overcast with a slight chance of drizzle. Temperatures will remain in the 20s during the day and drop to 15-20°C post-sunset.

Player Stats

• Most Runs in series (NZ): Will Young - 90 runs
• Most Wickets in series (NZ): Matt Henry - 4 wickets
• Most Runs in series (SL): Avishka Fernando - 56 runs
• Most Wickets in series (SL): Chamidu Wickramasinghe - 1 wicket

New Zealand vs Sri Lanka Complete Squads

New Zealand Squad: Mitchell Santner (c), Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, Will Young, Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Hay (wk), Tom Latham (wk), Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry, Nathan Smith, William O'Rourke

Sri Lanka Squad: Charith Asalanka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Nishan Madushka, Kusal Mendis, Kamindu Mendis, Janith Liyanage, Nuwanidu Fernando, Dunith Wellalage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Jeffrey Vandersay, Chamidu Wickramasinghe, Asitha Fernando, Mohamed Shiraz, Lahiru Kumara, Eshan Malinga