Sri Lanka and New Zealand Everyone is ready to lock horns in their turn in the second and final Test of their series starting on September 26 at the famous Galle International Stadium. After a thrilling contest in the first Test, the hosts, Sri Lanka secured their 63rd windemonstrates its strength in a difficult struggle.
Despite New Zealand’s determined effort, the Sri Lankan side managed to dominate by consistently taking the lead. The Islanders will now be aiming for a repeat performance as they look to clinch the series with a win in Galle.
For the Black Caps, the focus will be on bouncing back and leveling the series. With a strong line-up and valuable lessons learned from the first Test, New Zealand will hope to regroup and fight hard to avoid a series defeat. The second Test promises to be another intense battle as both sides push for glory in the final match of the series.
SL vs NZ: Head-to-head record in Tests:
Matches played: 39 | Sri Lanka Won: 10 | New Zealand Won: 18 | Draw: 11
Galle International Stadium Test Stats and Notes:
- Matches played: 45
- Matches won in first innings: 24
- Matches won in bowling: 15
- Average 1st Shot Points: 364
- Average 2nd shot points: 314
- Average 3rd Shot Points: 236
- Average 4th Shot Points: 159
- Most recorded common: 704/3 (151 Overs) Ireland v Sri Lanka
- The lowest total recorded was: 73/10 (28.5 Overs) Sri Lanka vs South Africa
SL vs NZ: Galle International Stadium Pitch Report:
Set against the picturesque backdrop of the historic Galle Fort and the Indian Ocean, the Galle International Stadium is famous for being a haven for spin bowlers, especially during a match. On the first two days, fast bowlers can benefit from some seam movement and swing thanks to the dampness and humidity in the air. But that help quickly diminishes as the pitch begins to break down. From day 3 onward, the dry surface provides significant spin, bounce and unpredictable variations, making it increasingly difficult for cheaters to navigate.
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SL vs NZ: Galle Weather Forecast:
The weather forecast for Galle over the next five days points to a potentially rain-affected Test match. On the 1st day, September 26, daytime showers are expected to be 30°C high, the wind will blow from the west at a speed of 15-25 km/h, and the chance of rain will be 50%. Day 2 is expected to be partly cloudy with temperatures reaching 30°C and similar wind conditions. On Day 3, there is a 70% chance of thunderstorms, high temperatures of 30°C, winds of 10-15 km/h from the WNW, and rain. During the 4th day, there will be a thunderstorm with temperatures reaching 30°C, winds blowing from the ESE at a speed of 10-15 km/h, and a 70% chance of rain. Day 5 brings more thunderstorms with a high of 29°C, winds from the east at 10-15 km/h and a 70% chance of rain.
SL vs NZ 2024: 11th match for both teams
Sri Lanka: Dimuth KarunaratnePathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Angelo Mathews, Dhananjaya de Silva (c), Dinesh Chandimal, Kamindu Mendis, Asitha Fernando, Ramesh Mendis, Prabath Jayasuriya, Lahiru Kumara
New Zealand: Tom Latham, Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Tom Blundell (wk), Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee (c), Matt Henry, Ajaz Patel, Ben Sears
