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SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Predicted Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For 1st ODI

SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Predicted Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For 1st ODI

The focus now shifts to 50-over format from the T20Is as Sri Lanka host New Zealand in the 3-matches ODI series starting from November 13th at Dambulla.

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In this prediction, get the SL vs NZ Fantasy 11 Prediction, Cricket Tips, Predicted Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For 1st ODI. The Sri Lanka cricket team is all set to lock horns against New Zealand for the first ODI of the three matches of the series, slated to take place on November 13 at Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium in Dambulla. The recently concluded T20I series between both teams has culminated in a draw as the two teams won one match each. Mitchell Santner and his men won the second T20I by five runs before the hosts clinched the series opener.

Meanwhile, the Black Caps last played their ODI series against Bangladesh back in December 2023 and won by 2-1 following their semi-final loss against India in the 2023 ODI World Cup. On the other hand, Sri Lanka has won the recent ODI series against the West Indies by 2-1 before toppling Team India by 2-0 in a three-match series.

Coming to the team dynamics, hosts are heading to the series with strong records, with conditions in Dambulla giving them an edge. Key batters such as Pathum Nissanka, Charith Asalanka, and Kusal Mendis have been consistent and set to provide stability at the top and middle orders of the game. With Maheesh Theekshana and Dunith Wellalage boasting spin departments, Sri Lanka can take advantage of their spin-friendly conditions on their home soil. In contrast, the Black Caps side is well-rounded with big power hitters, veterans all-rounders, and potent pace attack.


Match Information- SL vs NZ Fantasy 11 Prediction

Probable PlayingXI

Sri Lanka

Pathum Nissanka, C Asalanka(C), A Fernando, B Rajapaksa, PHKD Mendis, Dunith Wellalage, K Mendis, K Perera, D Chandimal, M Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana

Bench: W Hasaranga, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, AM Fernando, JF Vandersay, N Thushara, B Fernando

New Zealand

HM Nicholls, Tim Robinson, WA Young, Michael Bracewell, MS Chapman, Mitchell Santner(C), Mitchell Hay, Glenn Phillips, Ish Sodhi, Zak Foulkes, AF Milne

Bench: JA Clarkson, D Foxcroft, Nathan Smith, JA Duffy


Injury News

New Zealand pacer Lockie Ferguson has been ruled out after suffering a calf strain in the 2nd T20I match. Adam Milne has replaced him in the squad. On the other hand, Sri Lanka spinner Wanindu Hasaranga has been ruled out of the ODI series due to injury. He has been replaced by spin-bowling all-rounder Dushan Hemantha.

Weather Report- Clear Sky

Win Prediction- Sri Lanka

Pitch Condition- Bowling (Spin-friendly)

Avg 1st Inning Score- 230


Pitch Report

The wicket will be prepared to aid the spinners for the majority of the game, having said that, seamers do get initial help. It poses a challenge for the batters to counter the spin. Chasing more than 250 is a tough job.

Captains- 8

Charith Asalanka SL | bat

Sri Lankan skipper can be your captaincy pick considering his great form in the white-ball format. The star cricketer has been in the terrific form in the ODIs with both bat and the ball which can give you tons of the fantasy points. One must consider him in your Dream 11 team. He will be looking to boost lower-middle order of the game alongside giving crucial breakthroughs to his side in the series opener to help his side take a lead.

Pathum Nissanka SL | bat

Pathum Nissanka was magnificent in the recently concluded T20I series against New Zealand and would be aiming to continue such an onslaught in ODIs against strong Kiwis. The stylish right-handed batter can give the great start to his side which can bolster your fantasy points. In addition, he has been carrying the great numbers in the 50-over game so you must consider him as a captaincy pick in your Dream 11 team.

Mitchell Santner NZ | all

The New Zealand star cricketer will be looking to guide his side to win the series under his leadership. He was brilliant in the T20I series and would be aiming to repeat the role in the forthcoming ODI series opener to take a lead against strong home side. His ability to give crucial breakthroughs alongside boosting the lower order of the game can give you fantasy points.


Avoid Player Message- 9

Wanindu Hasaranga- SL | ALL- 8.5

Lockie Ferguson- NZ | BOWL

Also Read: New Zealand tour of Sri Lanka Schedule


Head To Head

Players- 11/11

Team 1- 6 : 5

CreditsLeft- 11.5/100


Glenn Phillips- 7
Kusal Mendis- 9
Sadeera Samarawickrama- 8

Will Young- 9
Pathum Nissanka- 8.5
Charith Asalanka- 8

Mark Chapman- 7.5
Mitchell Santner- 7.5
Dunith Wellalage- 7

Ish Sodhi- 8.5
Maheesh Theekshana- 8.5

Mega League

Players- 11/11

Team 1- 6 : 5

CreditsLeft- 10.5/100

Also Check: Live Streaming Score for Today’s Matches


Glenn Phillips- 7
Kusal Mendis- 9

Will Young- 9
Pathum Nissanka- 8.5
Charith Asalanka- 8

Mark Chapman- 7.5
Mitchell Santner- 7.5
Kamindu Mendis- 9
Dunith Wellalage- 7

Ish Sodhi- 8.5
Maheesh Theekshana- 8.5

DISCLAIMER

This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.

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