New Zealand Vs Sri Lanka Live Cricket Score, 1st T20I: Follow Scorecard And Match Action From Mount Maunganui

First look at spin as Maheesh Theekshana comes into the attack.

1.6 – BEATEN AGAIN! Binura Fernando stays away from the off stump, drops the length back a bit. Rachin Ravindra looks to throw his arms again at the ball but misses again. End of the over.

Batsman_1 : Rachin Ravindra 6(9)

Batsman_2 : Tim Robinson 2(3)

Bowler : Binura Fernando 0/4(1)

Over : 2

Run : 4

Wicket : 0

Score : 9/0

1.5 – SWING AND A MISS! Binura Fernando bowls it away from the left-hander from a good length. Rachin Ravindra gets on the front foot and looks to slash it hard through point but misses.

1.4 – BEATEN! Good length just outside off, swinging away. Rachin Ravindra looks to poke at it but the ball zips past the outside edge.

1.3 – Nagging length just outside the off stump line, swinging away. Rachin Ravindra plays at it late and the ball falls short of short third. The fielder misfields the ball and the batters run a couple of runs.

1.2 – Hits the length hard on top of the stump. Tim Robinson walks in and flicks the ball to the right of mid-wicket for a single.

Who will bowl from the other end? It will be Binura Fernando.

1.1 – Runs in hard form over the wicket and hits the length outside off, gets a bit of swing away from the left-hander. Rachin Ravindra punches the ball towards sweeper covers and sets off for a run.

Who will bowl from the other end?

0.6 – Width away from the off stump line. Tim Robinson looks to slap it hard and the ball catches the bottom edge.

0.5 – Fuller on the stumps, swinging in. Rachin Ravindra flicks the ball to deep mid-wicket for a run.

0.5 – WIDE! Wayward swings outside the leg stump line and Kusal Mendis has to put in a dive to stop the ball with one hand right after receiving treatment for his lower back.

Oh, what has happened here? The keeper Kusal Mendis is down on the ground and seems to be experiencing discomfort in his lower back. The replays show that Mendis tweaked his back while bending to collect the throw. The physio is out to have a look. Mendis is back on his feet but does not look overly comfortable. He is going to stay on the park.

Oh, what has happened here? The keeper Kusal Mendis is down on the ground and seems to be experiencing discomfort in his lower back. The replays show that Mendis tweaked his back while bending to collect the throw. The physio is out to have a look. Mendis is back on his feet but does not look overly comfortable.

0.4 – Misfield and Rachin Ravindra is off the mark! Nuwan Thushara pitches the ball up on the off stump. Rachin Ravindra nudges the ball straight to the fielder at point. The fielder runs past the ball as he fails to read the spin and gives away a couple of runs to New Zealand.

0.3 – Much fuller, swinging into the middle stump line. Rachin Ravindra adjusts to the swing and drops the ball down.

0.2 – Runs in hard and swings the ball into the left-hander, just away from the leg stump line. Rachin Ravindra looks to flick the ball but wears it straight on the pads.

We are all set for the action to start. Charith Asalanka and his men stride out to the centre. Tim Robinson and Rachin Ravindra will open the innings for New Zealand. Nuwan Thushara will kickstart proceedings with the new ball for Sri Lanka. A slip in place. Let’s play…

0.1 – Starts off from over the wicket, on the pads. Tim Robinson tucks it to the right of mid-wicket and runs a single to get off the mark. New Zealand are underway!

We are all set for the action to start. Charith Asalanka and his men stride out to the centre. It will be Tim Robinson and Rachin Ravindra to open the innings for New Zealand. Nuwan Thushara will kickstart proceedings with the new ball for Sri Lanka.

We are all set for the action to start.

We are moments away from the first ball, but before that, Mitchell Santner and Charith Asalanka lead their respective sides out along with their mascots for the national anthems. It will be Sri Lanka’s national anthem first, followed by the national anthem of New Zealand.

We are moments away from the first ball, but before that, Mitchell Santner and Charith Asalanka lead their respective sides out along with their mascots for the national anthems.

The skipper of New Zealand, Mitchell Santner says that the wicket usually plays well here but there is a bit of a green tinge on this surface. Informs that Bevon Jacobs and Nathan Smith miss out. Mentions that they enjoy playing at home as a unit and are looking forward to playing in front of a sell-out crowd. Feels that they have a good schedule leading up to the Champions Trophy.

The skipper of New Zealand, Mitchell Santner says that the wicket usually plays well here but there is a bit of a green tinge.

The captain of Sri Lanka, Charith Asalanka says that the wicket looks decent to bat and won’t change much. Adds that they will look to chase. He further adds that the conditions here are very different and they will look to adapt as soon as possible. Finally, he talks about keeping things simple and taking 1 game at a time. He shares that the team is in good form and they will look to dominate straight away

New Zealand (Playing XI) – Tim Robinson, Rachin Ravindra, Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Hay (WK), Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (C), Zakary Foulkes, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy.

Sri Lanka (Playing XI) – Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (WK), Kusal Perera, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka (C), Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Wanindu Hasaranga, Binura Fernando, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara.

TOSS – Sri Lanka have won the toss and they will BOWL first.

As the first of three matches in the series, this game will set the tone for the tour. Fans can look forward to an engaging battle of strategies, skills, and determination as New Zealand and Sri Lanka take the field, aiming to claim the early advantage in what promises to be an enthralling series. Stay tuned for toss and other match updates!

Historically, New Zealand holds a slight edge over Sri Lanka in T20Is, having won 14 out of the 25 matches played between the two teams, while Sri Lanka has secured 10 victories. With both sides showcasing impressive form in recent months, this match is expected to be closely contested.

Sri Lanka will be led by Charith Asalanka, who will look to guide his side to a strong performance. Key players such as Pathum Nissanka, Wanindu Hasaranga, and Maheesh Theekshana bring a mix of stability and flair to the team. New Zealand, under the captaincy of Mitchell Santner, boasts a solid lineup with match-winners like Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, and Matt Henry. Both sides feature a blend of experienced players and rising stars, setting the stage for an exciting contest.

Hello and a warm welcome to everyone joining us here today. The highly anticipated first T20I between New Zealand and Sri Lanka is set to take place at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui. This encounter promises to be a thrilling contest as both teams aim to start the series on a winning note and establish early momentum. The match also marks the beginning of Sri Lanka’s tour of New Zealand, which includes a series of three T20Is and three ODIs. The Bay Oval provides an exciting backdrop for the action as the teams prepare for a competitive showdown.

Greetings sports fans! We’re moments away from an exciting Sri Lanka in New Zealand, 3 T20I Series, 2024/25 clash here at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, where New Zealand and Sri Lanka are ready to deliver an engaging contest.

NZ vs SL Live Score: Sri Lanka’s Playing XI

Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (WK), Kusal Perera, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka (C), Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Wanindu Hasaranga, Binura Fernando, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara