NZ vs SL ODI: New Zealand will face Sri Lanka in the 3rd ODI of their series on January 11, 2025, at Eden Park, Auckland. The match is set to start at 6:30 AM IST (1:00 AM GMT). New Zealand has already secured the series with two victories, making this match a chance for them to complete a clean sweep.?
Sri Lanka will be looking to improve their performance after losing both previous ODIs. The game promises to be exciting as both teams compete in this one-day international format. Fans can watch the match live on Sony Sports Network.
New Zealand vs Sri Lanka Highlights
| Match? | New Zealand vs Sri Lanka, 3rd ODI?? |
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| Date? | ? January 11, 2025, Saturday? ?? |
| Venue? | Eden Park, Auckland?? |
| Time (IST)? | 6:30 AM IST?? |
| Streaming? On | - India: Sony Sports Ten 5, Sony Sports Ten 5 HD, Sony LIV, Amazon Prime Video
- New Zealand: TV: TVNZ1, TVNZ+, Sport Nation, The ACC
- United Kingdom: TNT Sports 2??
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NZ vs SL: Match Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
The third ODI match between New Zealand (NZ) and Sri Lanka (SL) will take place at Eden Park, Auckland, on January 11, 2025.
Weather Conditions
- The weather is expected to be sunny with no rain forecast.
- Temperatures will be around 20¡ãC during the day and drop to between 15-20¡ãC in the evening.
Pitch Report
- The pitch at Eden Park is known to be favorable for batters, with an average first innings score of around 222 runs.
- It supports both pace and spin bowlers, but spinners may have an advantage due to the conditions.
- Historically, teams that bowl first have a higher success rate at this venue.
New Zealand has already won the series 2-0, making this match a chance for Sri Lanka to improve their performance.
New Zealand vs Sri Lanka: Head-to-Head Statistics
- Total Matches Played: 106
- New Zealand Wins: 53
- Sri Lanka Wins: 43
- Ties: 1
- No Results: 9
Performance in New Zealand
- Matches Played in New Zealand: 46
- New Zealand Wins: 31
- Sri Lanka Wins: 12
- No Results: 3
NZ vs SL Recent Match Encounters
In their last five matches, the teams have been competitive:
- New Zealand Wins: 2
- Sri Lanka Wins: 2
- No Results: 1
New Zealand vs Sri Lanka: Probable Playing XI
As New Zealand prepares to face Sri Lanka in the 3rd ODI on January 11, 2025, here are the probable playing XI for both teams:
- New Zealand Probable XI: Tom Latham (wk), Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell. Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (c), Matt Henry, Will O¡¯Rourke, Jacob Duffy
- Sri Lanka Probable XI: Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (wk), Dhananjaya de Silva, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka, Dasun Shanaka (c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dilshan Madushanka, Kasun Rajitha
Probable Top Performers from NZ vs SL Match
New Zealand
- Best Batter: Will Young
- Best Bowler: Jacob Duffy
Sri Lanka
- Best Batter: Pathum Nissanka
- Best Bowler: Wanindu Hasaranga
New Zealand vs Sri Lanka: Full Squad
- New Zealand Full Squad: Rachin Ravindra, Devon Conway, Will Young, Kane Williamson, Mitchell Hay (wk), Tom Latham (wk), Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (c), Nathan Smith, Jacob Duffy, William O'Rourke
- Sri Lanka Full Squad: Charith Asalanka (c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Eshan Malinga, Lahiru Kumara, Nuwanidu Fernando, Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kusal Perera (wk), Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Kamindu Mendis, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara
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