NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Probable Playing XI For 2nd ODI Match
NZ vs SL Match Prediction for Today- Read to find out who will win today's match between New Zealand vs Sri Lanka, 2nd ODI Match With Updates on Cricketwinner

NZ vs SL Match Preview
After winning the first ODI very comfortably by 9 wickets, New Zealand will be looking to dominate this game as well with the same gameplay. The focus is now on the longer white-ball format, in which these teams ought to be evenly matched. There are similar lineups for both formats, with more close matches throughout the ODI series.
NZ vs SL Match Details
New Zealand vs Sri Lanka – 2nd Match, ODI Match
Venue: Seddon Park - Hamilton
Date & Time: 08th January 2025 at 03:30 AM IST
Live Streaming: FanCode
NZ vs SL Venue Stats
Avg 1st inn score | 267 |
Avg 2nd inn score | 264 |
Win% batting 1st | 57 |
Win% batting 2nd | 43 |
NZ vs SL Pitch Report
Bowling conditions were ideal in the first innings. Both teams' seamers should be able to take advantage of bowling conditions that favour seam movement off the surface.
NZ vs SL Weather Report
There is a 10% chance of rain on matchday. You can expect some cloud cover from above. Hamilton's temperatures will be warm and humid.
NZ vs SL Last Five Matches
SL ( Sri Lanka ) | L L L L W |
NZ ( New Zealand ) | W W W L L |
NZ vs SL Head-to-Head Stats
Matches Played | NZ Won | SL Won | Tie | NR | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Overall | 26 | 19 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
Last 5 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Injury News
No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.
NZ vs SL Probable Playing XIs:
Sri Lanka Probable Playing XIs
Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis(w), Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka(c), Janith Liyanage, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Wanindu Hasaranga, Lahiru Kumara, Eshan Malinga, Asitha Fernando
New Zealand Probable Playing XIs
Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Hay(w), Mitchell Santner(c), Nathan Smith, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy, William O'Rourke
Topmost Picks for NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction:
Top Picks – New Zealand
- Will Young – Young went on to make an unbeaten 90 runs off 86 balls helping NZ seal first ODI in just 27th over.
- Matt Henry – Matt Henry is one of the most potent seam bowlers in the world with conditions like these.
Top Picks – Sri Lanka
- Avishka Fernando – Opener Avishka Fernando scored 56 off 63 balls and tried to take to a decent score for at least putting up a fight.
- Wanindu Hasaranga – Although Wanindu Hasaranga went wicketless last match, but still managed to bowl tighter lengths.
Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for NZ vs SL Dream11 Team:
Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Charith Asalanka(C), Wanindu Hasaranga, Daryl Mitchell(VC), Mitchell Santner, Matt Henry, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara
Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for NZ vs SL Dream11 Team:
Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka(VC), Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra(C), Mark Chapman, Charith Asalanka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner, Matt Henry, Matheesha Pathirana
Captain and Vice-Captain Options:
Captain – Charith Asalanka, Rachin Ravindra
Vice-captain – Daryl Mitchell, Pathum Nissanka
Wicketkeeper – Kusal Mendis
NZ vs SL Probable Winners:
When the hosts faced the Sri Lankans in Wellington, they won convincingly. With a full understanding of how to perform in New Zealand, the Black Caps are going to be firm favorites to win the next ODI. Sri Lanka is a strong team that will be able to recover. The visitors' batting will require significant improvement to challenge the New Zealanders. Considering the team combination, New Zealand is expected to win this match.
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