SL vs NZ 2nd ODI: Key Details On Pitch Report, Probable XI, Fantasy Picks

In the second match, the Lankan Lion is going to come in front of the Kiwi team. The first match was interrupted by rain, where Sri Lanka scored 324 runs in 49.2 overs. Due to rain, New Zealand was given a target of 221 runs in 27 overs. For Sri Lanka, Kusal Mendis scored 143 runs off 128 balls. Avishka Fernando also completed his century in 115 balls. With the help of centuries from both players, Sri Lanka scored 324 runs at the loss of 5 wickets.

Match – Sri Lanka vs New Zealand, 2nd ODI

Date - November 17, 2024

Time - 02:30 PM IST

Venue - Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy

Toss Estimate - Bowling

Match Preview:

Sri Lanka had won the first match of the series. The experience of playing in Pallekele can definitely help Sri Lanka; New Zealand batters are looking for form. The toss can have a big impact on the match. The team bowling first can take the lead in the match. If New Zealand's openers attack early, then we have to see how Sri Lanka handles it. Sri Lanka will face New Zealand with confidence from the last match and has a chance to win this match.

Pitch Report:

- Suited for batting

- More than 300 runs can be scored

- Difficult to take wickets for fast bowlers

- Easy to take wickets for a spinner

Sri Lanka's Probable 11:

Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (wk), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka (c), Zenith Liyange, Kamindu Mendis, Maheesh Theekshana, Jeffrey Vandersay, Dilshan Madushanka, Asitha Fernando

New Zealand's Probable 11:

Will Young, Tim Robinson, Henry Nicholls, Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Hay (wicketkeeper), Mitchell Santner (captain), Nathan Smith, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy

Fantasy Team :