SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Predicted Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For 1st T20I

The Blackcaps, fresh off a historic Test sweep over India, are expected to bring intensity to their white-ball matches as they take on Sri Lankan side looking to capitalize on their home conditions.

By CricTracker Staff

Updated - 09 Nov 2024, 17:43 IST

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Preview

The New Zealand (NZ) cricket team is all set to kick off their white leg of the Sri Lanka (SL) tour, and these two teams will be locking horns for the two T20Is and three ODIs, with the opening match slated to take place on November 9 at Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium in Dambulla.

The Black Caps have arrived in Sri Lankan conditions riding the momentum of a historic milestone—a magnificent 3-0 Test series sweep over Rohit Sharma-led Team India on Indian conditions. This feat not only marked their first Test series win in India but also made them one of the rarest teams to mark a whitewash of the Indian team at home. Leading the T20I squad is star all-rounder Mitchell Santner, who was instrumental in the India series, scalping 13 wickets in the second Test match at MCA in Pune. Notably, this T20I series marks their first series after their disappointing group stage exit in the 2024 T20 World Cup in the Caribbean. The Black Caps will be eager to rebound and regain their momentum in this series against Charith Asalanka and his men.

On the flip side, the Sri Lanka cricket team defeated Team India by 2-0 in the ODI series played earlier this year and now won the recently concluded Test series 2-0 against New Zealand. They will be aiming to commence the white-ball series with a win. The Lanka Lions have been in red-hot form in the last couple of months at home and would be aiming to pose a big threat to Mitchell Santner and his men.

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Match Information

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand, 1st T20I

New Zealand tour of Sri Lanka, 9 Nov 2024, Sat, 7:00 PM IST ,Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium

Broadcast

Sony Sports Network

Live Stream

SonyLIV and FanCode

Weather Report

Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium

Rain

22.9°C

98% (Humidity)

Team Form (Last 5 matches)

Sri Lanka

W
W
W
W
W

New Zealand

L
W
L
L
L

Players Stats in current Series

1

Pathum Nissanka

SL - bat

71 Runs

2 Matches

2

Kusal Mendis

SL - wk

217 Runs

2 Matches

3

Will Young

NZ - bat

49 Runs

2 Matches

4

Will Young

NZ - bat

130 Runs

3 Matches

5

Mitchell Santner

NZ - all

35 Runs

2 Matches

6

Avishka Fernando

SL - bat

105 Runs

3 Matches

1

Zak Foulkes

NZ - bowl

150.00

2 Matches

2

Charith Asalanka

SL - bat

132.50

3 Matches

3

Charith Asalanka

SL - bat

120.69

2 Matches

4

Dunith Wellalage

SL - all

105.88

1 Match

5

Kamindu Mendis

SL - all

114.29

2 Matches

6

Tim Robinson

NZ - bat

102.13

3 Matches

1

Wanindu Hasaranga

SL - all

6 Wkts

2 Matches

2

Maheesh Theekshana

SL - bowl

5 Wkts

3 Matches

3

Matheesha Pathirana

SL - bowl

5 Wkts

2 Matches

4

Michael Bracewell

NZ - bat

5 Wkts

3 Matches

5

Glenn Phillips

NZ - wk

4 Wkts

2 Matches

6

Jeffrey Vandersay

SL - bowl

4 Wkts

3 Matches

1

Lockie Ferguson

NZ - bowl

3.50

1 Match

2

Maheesh Theekshana

SL - bowl

4.07

3 Matches

3

Wanindu Hasaranga

SL - all

4.63

2 Matches

4

Mitchell Santner

NZ - all

4.30

3 Matches

5

Glenn Phillips

NZ - wk

4.70

2 Matches

6

Charith Asalanka

SL - bat

4.43

3 Matches

Probable Playing XI

Sri Lanka

K Mendis (wk), Pathum Nissanka, C Asalanka (C), A Fernando, W Hasaranga, PHKD Mendis, M Theekshana, K Perera, Matheesha Pathirana, B Rajapaksa, D Chandimal

Bench : Dunith Wellalage, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, JF Vandersay, AM Fernando, N Thushara, B Fernando

New Zealand

HM Nicholls, WA Young, Glenn Phillips (wk), JA Clarkson, D Foxcroft, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (C), LH Ferguson, JA Duffy, MS Chapman, Ish Sodhi

Bench : Mitchell Hay, Tim Robinson, Nathan Smith, Zak Foulkes

Injury and availability news

The New Zealand squad sees the introduction of promising players Nathan Smith and Mitchell Hay, who have impressed in domestic cricket and will be debuting on the international stage. Also missing is former captain Kane Williamson, who skipped the India Tests due to injury. Mitchell Santner will captain a refreshed side in their absence.

Pitch Report

Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium is generally a spin track, which is a paradise for the slow bowlers. In addition to that, it will offer decent movement for the pacers as well. There is a prediction of rain on Saturday, and if it happens, it will be ideal to win the toss and bowl first.

35%

Pace Bowling

65%

Spin Bowling

45%

Batting Pitch

230

Average Score

55%

Bowling Pitch

Player Picks

7.5
C

Mitchell Santner NZ | ALL

The star cricketer was great during the recently concluded Test series against Team India. He can pose big threat to Sri Lanka team owing to his ability to contribute with both bat and the ball. In addition, he will also be aiming to guide his side to win the series opener under his leadership.

8.5
C

Pathum Nissanka SL | BAT

He is one of the most stand-out performers from the home team. The stylish right-handed batter has made 291 runs in the last 9 innings of the game and would be looking to pose big threat to strong Kiwis. One must have him in your Dream 11 team considering his form with bat at the top of the order.

8
C

Charith Asalanka SL | BAT

The Sri Lanka skipper can pose big threat to New Zealand side in the next game. Asalanka has been in the tremendous form and his form with both bat and the ball can give you many fantasy points in your Dream 11 team. In addition, he will be looking to mark victory in the forthcoming series under his leadership after losing the T20I series to Team India.

9

Kusal Mendis SL | WK

He has made 372 runs in the last 10 innings of the game. One must consider this wicket-keeper batter as a top pick in your Dream 11 team.

9

Will Young NZ | BAT

He is likely to open the innings for New Zealand and would be aiming to give the great start to pose big threat to hosts.

9

Wanindu Hasaranga SL | ALL

His form with bat in the lower-middle order and ability to give crucial breakthroughs for his side makes him one of the exceptional talent to watch out for.

8.5

Lockie Ferguson NZ | BOWL

The New Zealand bowler has 7 wickets to his name from the last 4 matches and would be aiming to continue his great form against SL.

7

Glenn Phillips NZ | WK

His ability to hit towering sixes and great knocks makes him crucial player for Kiwis to watch out for. One must have him in your Dream 11 team.

8

Jacob Duffy NZ | BOWL

His ability to swing the ball early makes him a key player in the powerplay overs. One can keep him as a budget-pick in your Dream 11 team.

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7.5

Zak Foulkes

NZ | BOWL

8.5

Dean Foxcroft

NZ | ALL

Last Updated On - Nov 9 2024 5:43 PM

Players
11/11

Team 1

SL

5 : 6

NZ

Credits Left
8.5/100

Head To Head
Glenn Phillips
C

7

Kusal Mendis
VC

9

Kusal Perera

8.5

Will Young

9

Pathum Nissanka

8.5

Charith Asalanka

8

Mitchell Santner

7.5

Wanindu Hasaranga

9

Lockie Ferguson

8.5

Jacob Duffy

8

Ish Sodhi

8.5

Players
11/11

Team 1

SL

4 : 7

NZ

Credits Left
9.5/100

Grand League
Glenn Phillips

7

Kusal Mendis

9

Will Young
C

9

Pathum Nissanka

8.5

Charith Asalanka
VC

8

Mitchell Santner

7.5

Mark Chapman

7.5

Wanindu Hasaranga

9

Lockie Ferguson

8.5

Jacob Duffy

8

Ish Sodhi

8.5

Players
11/11

Team 1

SL

5 : 6

NZ

Credits Left
8.5/100

Mega League
Glenn Phillips

7

Kusal Mendis

9

Will Young

9

Pathum Nissanka

8.5

Charith Asalanka

8

Mitchell Santner

7.5

Wanindu Hasaranga
C

9

Lockie Ferguson

8.5

Jacob Duffy
VC

8

Ish Sodhi

8.5

Matheesha Pathirana

8.5

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Players
11/11

Team 1

SL

5 : 6

NZ

Credits Left
8.5/100

CricTracker Special
Glenn Phillips

7

Kusal Mendis

9

Will Young

9

Pathum Nissanka

8.5

Charith Asalanka

8

Mitchell Santner

7.5

Wanindu Hasaranga
C

9

Lockie Ferguson

8.5

Jacob Duffy
VC

8

Ish Sodhi

8.5

Matheesha Pathirana

8.5

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