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In the third ODI between New Zealand and Sri Lanka January 11, 2025, Kiwi pacer matt henry showed off his bowling prowess with an extraordinary delivery that left the Sri Lankan all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga stunned. This moment not only highlighted Henry’s skill but also marked a crucial point in the match as Sri Lanka struggled to establish a competitive total.
Matt Henry hits Wanindu Hasranga with a jaffa
Hasaranga’s dismissal came in the 48th minute, a crucial moment for Sri Lanka looking to strengthen their innings. By reaching 8th place, Hasaranga aimed to accelerate the score after a stable partnership. However, Henry’s unplayable yorker crashed into the stump, sending Hasaranga back to the pavilion after he managed to score just 15 runs off 9 balls. The sound of timber echoed throughout the stadium, eliciting a roar from the crowd as it marked Henry’s third wicket of the day and further diminished Sri Lanka’s hopes of crossing the 300-run mark. In the end, they finished with a total of 290/8 in the allotted overs.
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A beauty from Matt Henry to account for Wanindu Hasaranga! Full and straight and Henry has his third. Follow the game LIVE in New Zealand with TVNZ DUKE, TVNZ+, Sport Nation and The ACC. #NZvSL #CricketNation pic.twitter.com/KFGTmtSGa0
– BLACK CAPS (@BLACK CAPS) January 11, 2025
Matt Henry’s historic achievement
Henry’s performance was not just about taking wickets; It was historic. With figures of 4/52, he reached the milestone of 150 ODI wickets, becoming the second-fastest New Zealand bowler to achieve this feat in men’s ODIs. His ability to deliver under pressure was evident as he constantly troubled the Sri Lankan batsmen with his pace and accuracy. Next to him, Mitchell Santner contributed significantly with two wickets, while Nathan Smith and Michael Bracewell each contributed a wicket.
Sri Lanka’s problems with batting depth
Sri Lanka started their innings positively after winning the toss and opting to bat first. Pathum Nissanka He looked promising, scoring a spirited half-century off just 31 balls before retiring injured due to a hamstring problem. However, as the grounds fell at regular intervals, the pressure increased in the lower order. Avishka Fernando He struggled to get runs and managed only 17 before being dismissed. The Mendis duo, Kusal and we love youHe attempted to stabilize the innings with a partnership of 87 runs for the third wicket, but his efforts were not enough to ensure a strong finish.
Janith LiyanageThe composed knock of 53 runs provided some stability towards the end of the innings but lower order contributions were essential in setting a challenging target. With Hasaranga’s dismissal, countries trailing Sri Lanka were unable to capitalize on their earlier momentum.
New Zealand’s dismal batting performance in the 3rd overthird ODI
New Zealand’s batting performance in the third ODI against Sri Lanka was disappointing and culminated in a total of just 150 runs, resulting in a 140-run defeat. This match marked the end of the series, in which New Zealand had already gained a commanding 2-0 lead.
The innings started poorly for New Zealand, losing their first five wickets for just 21 runs in the first six overs. will be young and Rachin Ravindra fell early, contributing only one run between them. Mark Chapman He was New Zealand’s standout player, scoring 81 runs off 81 balls, including ten fours and one six, but lacked the support of his teammates.
Daryl Mitchell, Tom Lathamand Glenn Phillips neither managed to score, while Bracewell and Santner could only manage 13 and 2 runs, respectively. Smith added 17 runs before being dismissed and, despite a brief cameo by Henry with 12 runs in six balls, New Zealand were bowled out in just 29.4 overs.
Sri Lanka’s bowlers were relentless, with Mahesh Theekshana claiming three wickets and We hate Fernando also making significant contributions. This result not only gave Sri Lanka a much-needed victory but also highlighted New Zealand’s batting vulnerabilities as they prepare for future challenges.
