SL vs NZ Live Streaming, 1st T20I: How to Watch Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Live Telecast and Weather Report

SL vs NZ Live Streaming: The New Zealand (NZ) cricket team embarks on the second leg of their tour of Sri Lanka (SL) with the T20I opener scheduled on November 9, 2024, at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium.

Following Sri Lanka’s success in recent home series, the island nation looks to leverage home-ground advantage against a New Zealand side led by Mitchell Santner. This T20 series marks New Zealand’s return to the shortest format after a five-month break and comes after a recent Test series defeat to Sri Lanka.

Match Information:

Match: Sri Lanka (SL) vs New Zealand (NZ), 1st T20I
Date: November 9, 2024 (Saturday)
Time: 07:00 PM IST / 01:30 PM GMT / 07:00 PM LOCAL / 1:30 AM NZST
Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla

SL vs NZ Live Streaming Details:

India:

Television Broadcast: Sony Sports Network
Online Streaming: SonyLIV, FanCode

Sri Lanka:

Television Broadcast:Supreme TV
Online Streaming:Ten Cricket, Dialog & IPTV (SLT
Sri Lanka Radio: SLBC National Sports Channel

New Zealand:

Television Broadcast: Sky Sport NZ
Online Streaming: Sky Sport Now

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Weather & Pitch Report:

The weather forecast in Dambulla suggests hot and humid conditions with a chance of light rain. The pitch at the Rangiri Dambulla Stadium generally assists both pacers and spinners, with fast bowlers finding movement early on. However, as the game progresses, spinners will likely dominate. The average first-innings score is around 176, making chasing a favorable choice. Dew may play a role in the evening, enhancing the benefits for the team bowling second.

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Preview:

Sri Lanka enters this T20 series with high morale, having excelled in recent matches under the guidance of head coach Sanath Jayasuriya. Captained by Charith Asalanka, they aim to continue their winning streak at home. Key players like Pathum Nissanka, Wanindu Hasaranga, and Kusal Mendis are expected to deliver strong performances, both in batting and bowling.

New Zealand, on the other hand, is returning to the T20 format after several months. Led by Mitchell Santner, the team has incorporated emerging talents, including Dean Foxcroft and Jacob Duffy. New Zealand will focus on adapting to Sri Lanka’s conditions and are counting on key players Glenn Phillips and Lockie Ferguson to turn the tide in their favor.

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Full Squads:

Sri Lanka Squad:

Charith Asalanka (captain), 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 (captain), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Josh Clarkson, Jacob Duffy, Lockie Ferguson, Zak Foulkes, Dean Foxcroft, Mitch Hay (wicketkeeper),