1st ODI, Wellington, January 05, 2025, 03:30 AM
Sri Lanka
178/10(43.4ov)
New Zealand
180/1(26.2ov)
New Zealand beat Sri Lanka by 9 wickets
NZ 100%
Tie 0%
SL 0%
Probable Playing XI
New Zealand: Will Young, Mark Chapman, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner(c), Nathan Smith, Mitchell Hay†, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy, William O'Rourke.
Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka(c), Janith Liyanage, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Wanindu Hasaranga, Kusal Mendis†, Lahiru Kumara, Eshan Malinga, Asitha Fernando.
Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka(c), Janith Liyanage, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Wanindu Hasaranga, Kusal Mendis†, Lahiru Kumara, Eshan Malinga, Asitha Fernando.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
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LNZ Won By 9 wickets
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WSL Won By 3 wickets (D/L method)
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WSL Won By 45 runs (D/L method)
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LWI Won By 8 wickets (D/L method)
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WSL Won By 5 wickets
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WNZ Won By 9 wickets
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LSL Won By 3 wickets (D/L method)
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LSL Won By 45 runs (D/L method)
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LBAN Won By 9 wickets
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WNZ Won By 7 wickets
PLAYER PERFORMANCE
Batsmen
BAT SR: 0 | BAT AVG: 0
None
BAT SR: 0 | BAT AVG: 0
None
BAT SR: 0 | BAT AVG: 0
NoneBowlers
BOWL SR: 0 | BOWL AVG: 0
None
BOWL SR: 0 | BOWL AVG: 0
None
BOWL SR: 0 | BOWL AVG: 0
None
BOWL SR: 0 | BOWL AVG: 0
NoneBatsmen
BAT SR: 88.8 | BAT AVG: 54.6
Very Good
BAT SR: 96.4 | BAT AVG: 41.7
Good
BAT SR: 81.8 | BAT AVG: 41.9
Good
BAT SR: 100 | BAT AVG: 52
Good
BAT SR: 94 | BAT AVG: 46.6
Neutral
BAT SR: 79.2 | BAT AVG: 29.4
NeutralBowlers
BOWL SR: 30.5 | BOWL AVG: 27.2
Neutral
BOWL SR: 0 | BOWL AVG: 0
None
BOWL SR: 0 | BOWL AVG: 0
NoneMan of the Match
Matt Henry
Commentry
Right then, that is it from the game. A convincing victory for the hosts as they lead this ODI series by 1-0. The second ODI between these two sides will be played on Wednesday, the 8th of January. It will begin at 1 am GMT. Do join us for the early build up as well. Until then, take care, and cheers!
Mitchell Santner, the skipper of New Zealand, says that it was an all round performance as a team. Adds that the conditions were a bit challenging but the guys did well. Ends by saying that the Champion's Trophy has been in the back of their minds and they are working on it as well.
Charith Asalanka, the skipper of New Zealand, says that they knew it was windy and they failed to adapt to the conditions. Adds that New Zealand's bowling was excellent and they lost early wickets. Ends by saying that they will work on the negatives and take forward the positives from the game.
Matt Henry is the Player of the Match. He says that it was good to get the series underway and it was a good outing. Adds that the conditions were not easy but they performed as a team and played really well. Adds that they always try to grow as a team and he is happy with the win.
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Earlier in the game, New Zealand bowled out Sri Lanka for 178 inside 44 overs, thanks to Matt Henry's impressive 4 for 19. After a strong start where they dismissed Sri Lanka's top order for just 23 runs, Avishka Fernando and Janith Liyanage put together an 87-run partnership but couldn't save the innings. Henry took crucial wickets, including Fernando for 56, while Jacob Duffy finished the innings by taking the last wicket.
On the other hand, Sri Lanka's bowling performance left much to be desired, managing to claim only one wicket throughout the game! It was from the debutant, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, who can at least take solace in being the sole bright spot amid a largely disappointing outing. With this defeat, Sri Lanka will be keen to regroup and bounce back in their next game!
Young and Chapman navigated the innings superbly, leading New Zealand to a convincing victory. Young finished the match unbeaten on 90 runs, demonstrating excellent composure, while Chapman chipped in with a stylish 29 runs.
A convincing victory for New Zealand as they beat Sri Lanka by 9 wickets as they go 1-0 up in this ODI series! They took control early in their match, with their opening batters setting a lively pace. Rachin Ravindra assumed the role of aggressor, playing freely and confidently until an unfortunate dismissal at 45 runs in the 13th over. Following his exit, Will Young seamlessly transitioned into the attacking role, while Mark Chapman supported him effectively.
In over# 27
4
2
Chamindu Wickramasinghe 28/1(3.2)
26.2
4
FOUR! Will Young finishes off in style! Short, on middle, Will Young stays deep in his crease and pulls it elegantly through square leg for a boundary. New Zealand beat Sri Lanka by 9 wickets!
26.1
2
Short, on off, Will Young pulls it through wide mid on for a brace.
In over# 26
0
1
4
0
0
0
Wanindu Hasaranga 29/0(6)
25.6
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Too full, on off, Mark Chapman blocks it to the fielder at short third.
25.5
1
Fuller one, on middle, Will Young flicks it to mid-wicket for one.
25.4
4
FOUR! Oh, how has that gone for a boundary? Full, on off, Will Young looks to sweep it but loses his balance. Still gets his bat as the ball races through short fine for a boundary.
25.3
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Bowls it outside off, Will Young looks to sweep it but gets a hit on his gloves.
25.2
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Full again, on off, Will Young leans on and blocks it to short covers.
25.1
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Too full, on off, Will Young blocks it to mid on.