NZ vs SL 3rd ODI: Match Prediction, Dream11 Team, Fantasy Tips & Match Report | New Zealand v Sri Lanka 2024-25

Third ODI in between New Zealand and Sri Lanka is set for January 11, 2025 at Eden Park in Auckland. New Zealand leads the series 2-0 after convincing wins in the first two matches, showing strong performances from players like Rachin Ravindra and Matt Henry. In contrast, Sri Lanka struggled, as their batting line-up failed to produce competitive results. Key players for Sri Lanka such as Kusal Mendis and Avishka Fernandothey need to step up to counter New Zealand’s powerful bowling attack. Given their current form, New Zealand will be looking to secure a clean sweep.

Sri Lanka tour of New Zealand, 3rd ODI:

• Date and time: 11 Jan: 1:00am GMT / 2:00pm local / 6:30am IST
• Place of action: Eden Park, Auckland

Eden Park pitch report:

Eden Park in Auckland is known for its unique dimensions and pitch characteristics that can significantly influence the outcome of matches. The surface usually offers a good balance between bat and ball, with a slight advantage for bowlers, especially pitchers, as the game progresses. The average first innings score at this venue hovers around 219 runs, suggesting that teams will need to post a competitive total to put pressure on their opponents. Early on, the pitch may help the seamers with some movement, but as the match progresses, the spinners are likely to come into play, especially in the middle overs. The outfield is generally quick, allowing boundaries if batsmen find their rhythm. In general, teams winning the toss may prefer to bat first to set up a challenging target, but chasing teams can also succeed if they manage the opening overs carefully.

NZ vs SL Dream11 Pick Prediction:

• Gatekeepers: Tom Latham, Kusal Mendis
• Butters: Will Young, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Kamindu Mendis, Pathum Nissanka
• Versatile players: Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner, Charith Asalanka
• Bowler: Matt Henry

NZ vs SL Dream11 captain and vice-captain predictions:

Choice 1: Charith Asalanka (c), Mitchell Santner (vc)
Choice 2: Glenn Phillips (c), Kusal Mendis (vc)

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NZ vs SL Dream11 backup predictions:

Wanindu Hasaranga, Jacob Duffy, Nathan Smith, Chamindu Wickramasinghe

NZ vs SL Dream11 Team for today’s match (January 11, 1:00 GMT):

Determine:

Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (w), Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka (c), Janith Liyanage, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Wanindu Hasaranga, Eshan Malinga, Lahiru Kumara, Asitha Fernando, Jeffrey Vandersay, Nuwanidu Fernando, Nishan Madushka, Dunith Wellalage, Mohamed Shiraz, Maheesh Theekshana

New Zealand: Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Hay (tj), Mitchell Santner (c), Nathan Smith, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy, William ORourke, Tom Latham, Michael Bracewell

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