The third T20I match between New Zealand and Sri Lanka will be played at Saxton Oval, Nelson on 2sd January, from 5:45 a.m. IST.
Get the best NZ vs SL Dream11 predictions, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI and match information for the 3rd T20I match of Sri Lanka Tour of New Zealand 2024. Expert analysis and more.
NZ vs SL Match Preview:
New Zealand are celebrating a decisive 2-0 lead in the T20I series against Sri Lanka, after a convincing 45-run win in the second match at Bay Oval.
The Kiwis set a commanding target of 186 runs for 5 wickets, thanks to outstanding contributions from Mark Chapman (42 runs), Mitch Hay (41 runs) and Tim Robinson (41 runs). In response, Sri Lankans Kusal Perera (48 runs) and Pathum Nissanka (37 runs) led the charge.
However, Jacob Duffy’s phenomenal bowling performance (4 wickets for 15 runs) restricted Sri Lanka to 141 runs in total, sealing a 45-run victory for New Zealand. As the teams gear up for the third T20I, New Zealand are hungry for a series sweep, while Sri Lanka are determined to regain their momentum and end the series on a high note. Another exciting meeting is on the agenda!
NZ vs SL head-to-head record:
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Teams |
Matches won |
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New Zealand |
16 |
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Sri Lanka |
10 |
Weather report and pitch NZ vs SL:
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Temperature |
18°C |
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Weather forecast |
Covered |
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Pitch behavior |
Suitable for hitters |
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Better suited to |
Pace |
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Average score in 1st round |
184 |
Pursuit team record:
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Records |
Poor |
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% of winnings |
10% |
NZ vs SL playing 11 (predicted):
New Zealand plays at 11: Tim Robinson, Rachin Ravindra, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner©, Zakary Foulkes, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy, Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Hay (week)
Sri Lanka plays 11: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (week), Kusal Perera, Avishka Fernando, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka©, Wanindu Hasaranga, Binura Fernando, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Ensure
Hot Picks for NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captain’s choice:
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Wanindu Hasaranga – He is an important all-rounder of Sri Lanka. He chased down 2 wickets in the last match. |
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Jacob Duffy – He is a right-arm medium-fast bowler from New Zealand. He chased down 4 wickets in the last match. |
Top picks:
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Michael Bracewell – He is a left-handed batsman from New Zealand who bowls with his right arm with the ball. He scored 5 runs and took 1 wicket in the last match. |
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Pathum Nissanka – He is a right-handed batsman from Sri Lanka. He added 37 points in the last game. |
Budget choices:
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Glenn Phillips – He is a right-handed batsman from New Zealand who handles the middle order for them. |
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Maheesh Theekshana – He is a right-arm bowler from Sri Lanka who will be useful in the middle. |
NZ vs SL Sri Lanka Tour of New Zealand 2024 Captain and Vice-Captain Picks:
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Captain |
Wanindu Hasaranga and Pathum Nissanka |
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Vice-captain |
Jacob Duffy and Michael Bracewell |
NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Guardian – Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera
- Drummers – Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Pathum Nissanka
- Versatile – Mitchell Santner, Wanindu Hasaranga (c), Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell
- Bowlers – Matheesha Pathirana, Jacob Duffy (vc)
NZ vs SL Dream11 2 Prediction Team:
- Guardian – Kusal Mendis
- Drummers – Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Pathum Nissanka (c)
- Versatile – Mitchell Santner, Wanindu Hasaranga, Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell (vc)
- Bowlers – Matheesha Pathirana, Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry
NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction Today Match 3rd T20I Sri Lanka Tour of New Zealand 2024 Players to Avoid:
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Players |
Dream11 Credits |
Dream11 Points (Last Match) |
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Bevon Jacobs |
6.0 credits |
DNP |
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Bhanuka Rajapaksa |
7.0 credits |
DNP |
NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction Today Match 3rd T20I Sri Lanka Tour of New Zealand 2024 Expert Tips:
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SL captaincy choice |
Wanindu Hasaranga |
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GL captaincy choice |
Pathum Nissanka |
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Punt selection |
Matt Henry and Kusal Perera |
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Dream11 wetsuit |
2-4-4-1 |
NZ vs SL Match Winner Prediction:
Considering the team’s current performance in this series, New Zealand should win this match.
