Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Match Prediction - Who will win today’s 2nd T20I match between SL vs NZ?

The second and final T20I between Sri Lanka (SL) and New Zealand (NZ) is all set to commence on Sunday, November 10, within a day's time since the conclusion of a hard-fought first game of the series.

A couple of 27s for Michael Bracewell and Zakary Foulkes served as the top-scorers for an otherwise passive performance with the bat by New Zealand. The 22-year-old Foulkes came back brilliantly with the ball as well, scalping an impressive 3/20 in only his third 20-over expedition for the nation.

As for Sri Lanka, it could be very well said that they did not find batting easy too. After the spinners, mainly in the form of Dunith Wellalage and Wanindu Hasaranga were the central forces for restricting the Kiwis to a score of 135 all-out, it was three batters registering scores in 20s in addition to a composed 35-run knock by skipper, Charith Asalanka, which got the hosts over the line.

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Match Details

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Pitch Report

The pitch at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium displayed a turning nature. It was contrary to what was expected in the build-up to the series opener. It is expected that similar conditions will be in store for this match as well.     

Head-to-Head Record

Predicted Playing XIs 

Sri Lanka

Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kusal Perera, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka (c), Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara

New Zealand

Tim Robinson, Will Young, Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Hay (wk), Josh Clarkson, Mitchell Santner (c), Zakary Foulkes, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy

Probable Top Performers  

Probable Best Batter: Kusal Mendis

Although Kusal Mendis departed for a duck in the first game, it does not mean that all is done for him. The series against the West Indies provided a couple of explosive innings. He has enough prowess to tackle spin and come good on Sunday.

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Probable Best Bowler: Wanindu Hasaranga

Hasaranga bowled splendidly for his couple of wickets in the first game. He deserved a few more wickets but it was not to be. The white-ball series against the Men in Maroon recently saw him take wickets in five out of the six matches played.

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Today's Match Prediction: Sri Lanka to win the match

Scenario 1

Sri Lanka win the toss and opt to bat first.

Powerplay: 45-55

Sri Lanka: 155-175

Sri Lanka win the match.

Scenario 2

New Zealand win the toss and opt to bat first.

Powerplay: 35-45

New Zealand: 130-150

Sri Lanka win the match.

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.