Sri Lanka and New Zealand they will face the third and final ODI of the series Tuesday (November 19) at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. With the hosts already sealing the series with a 2-0 lead, this match serves as a dead rubber. However, New Zealand will aim to end the tour on a positive note by winning the final match.
Sri Lanka’s dominance and New Zealand’s quest for redemption
Sri Lanka’s commanding performances in the first two ODIs showed their balanced side and strong form at home to ensure a consistent win. With the final game offering a practice opportunity, Sri Lanka can give the players a chance to step out, aiming for a clean sweep to boost their spirits ahead of the upcoming challenges.
Despite their struggles in the ODI series, the Blackcaps will aim to end their campaign with a win. While their T20I series performance showed resilience, the ODI outings highlighted inconsistencies in both batting and bowling. A win in Pallekele will help them salvage some pride and gather momentum for the tasks ahead.
New Zealand Sri Lanka Tour 2024, 3rd ODI:
- Date and Time: November 19; 09:00 GMT | 14:30 IST | 14:30 local
- Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
Pallekele International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
The Pallekele pitch is expected to be a sloping surface which makes it easier for players to time their shots. Nevertheless, the spinners will dominate as the pitch slows down in the latter stages of the game. If the pre-match rain conditions do not change, the pacers may find it difficult to get going. A captain who wins the toss can look to bat first and show a lot of runs on the scoreboard
SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Options:
- Goalkeepers: Mitch Hay
- Doughs: Mark ChapmanWill Young, Avishka Fernando, Charith Asalanka
- Comprehensive: Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner, Dunith Wellalage
- Bowler: Jeffrey Vandersay, Maheesh Theekshana, Dilshan Madushanka
SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
- Option 1: Michael Bracewell (c), Mitchell Santner (vc)
- Option 2: Charith Asalanka (c), Maheesh Theekshana (vc)
Also READ: SL vs NZ 2024 ODI Series: Broadcast, Live Streaming Details – When & Where to Watch in India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, New Zealand & More
SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Janith Liyanage, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Josh Clarkson, Jacob Duffy
SL vs NZ Dream11 Team for today’s match (November 19, 09:00 GMT):
Teams:
Sri Lanka: Charith Asalanka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Perera, Kusal Mendis, Kamindu Mendis, Janith Liyanage, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Nishan Madushka, Dunith Wellalage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Jeffrey Vandersay, Dilhackraitmas, Dilhaheduing, Muhammad Shiraz
New Zealand: Mitchell Santner (c), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Josh Clarkson, Jacob Duffy, Lockie Ferguson, Zak Foulkes, Dean Foxcroft, Mitch Hay (wk), Henry Nicholls, Glenn Phillips, Tim Robinson, Nathan Smith, Ish Sodhi, Will Young
