The third ODI between New Zealand and Sri Lanka is scheduled for January 11, 2025 at Eden Park in Auckland. New Zealand leads the series 2-0 after convincing wins in the first two matches, showing strong performances from players like Rachin Ravindra and matt henry. On the contrary, Sri Lanka have struggled and their batting line-up has failed to put up competitive scores. Key players for Sri Lanka, such as Where in Mendi and Avishka FernandoThey must step up to challenge New Zealand’s formidable bowling attack. Given their current form, New Zealand will look to secure a clean win.
Sri Lanka tour of New Zealand, 3rd ODI:
- Date and time: January 11: 1:00 am GMT / 2:00 pm local / 6:30 am IST
- Event: Eden Park, Auckland
Eden Park Presentation Report:
Eden Park in Auckland is known for its unique pitch dimensions and features, which can significantly influence the outcome of matches. The surface usually offers a good balance between bat and ball, with a slight advantage for bowlers, especially spinners, as the game progresses. The average first innings score at this venue is around 219 runs, suggesting teams will need to post a competitive total to put pressure on their opponents. At first, the pitch may help the seamers with some movement, but as the match develops, the spinners are likely to come into play, especially in the middle overs. The outfield is generally fast, allowing boundaries to be set if hitters find their rhythm. Generally, teams that win the toss may prefer to bat first to set a challenging target, but chasing teams can also thrive by carefully navigating the opening overs.
NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Goalkeepers: Tom Latham, Kusal Mendis
- hitters: Will Young, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Kamindu Mendis, Pathum Nissanka
- all terrain: Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner, Charith Asalanka
- Bowler:Matt Henry
NZ vs SL Dream11 Captain and Vice-Captain Prediction:
Option 1: Charith Asalanka (c), Mitchell Santner (vc)
Option 2: Glenn Phillips (c), Kusal Mendis (vc)
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NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Wanindu Hasaranga, Jacob Duffy, Nathan Smith, Chamindu Wickramasinghe
NZ vs SL Dream11 Team for today’s match (January 11, 1:00 am GMT):
Squads:
Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka (c), Janith Liyanage, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Wanindu Hasaranga, Eshan Malinga, Lahiru Kumara, Asitha Fernando, Jeffrey Vandersay, Nuwanidu Fernando, Nishan Madushka, Dunith Wellalage, Mohamed Shiraz, Maheesh Theekshana
New Zealand: Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Hay (wk), Mitchell Santner (c), Nathan Smith, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy, William ORourke, Tom Latham, Michael Bracewell