Hagley Oval Weather And Pitch Report For NZ-W vs SL-W 2nd T20I

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Hagley Oval [Source: @englandcricket/x.com]Hagley Oval [Source: @englandcricket/x.com]

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New Zealand Women will lock horns with Sri Lanka Women in the second T20I of the three match series on Sunday, March 16. The match will be played at Hagley Oval in Christchurch.

A batting collapse in the first match meant New Zealand Women were bowled out for just 101 runs and went on to suffer a seven-wicket loss. A poor batting show was on display by the White Ferns as Emma McLeod top scored with 44. With the ball, only Jess Kerr managed to pick up two wickets. The hosts will aim for a strong comeback to level the series.

Meanwhile, Sri Lanka Women will be riding high on confidence after a dominant display in the opening match. Malki Madara’s three-wicket haul along with Inoshi Priyadarshani and Kavisha Dilhari chipping in with two wickets each, dismantled the New Zealand batting lineup.  Captain Chamari Athapaththu led from the front, smashing 64 off 48 balls* to chase the target in just 14.1 overs. Now, they will be eyeing a series win with another commanding performance.

Hagley Oval Weather Today

NZ-W vs SL-W 2nd T20I weather forecast [Source: Screengrab/Accuweather]NZ-W vs SL-W 2nd T20I weather forecast [Source: Screengrab/Accuweather]

Information
Details
Temperature26°, Real Feel 26°
Wind Speed11 km/h
Probability Of Rain & Thunderstorm0%
Cloud Cover50%

It’s going to be a pleasant day for cricket in Christchurch with temperatures around 26°C. The conditions will be partly cloudy with intermittent sunshine which makes it ideal for an uninterrupted contest. 

With 0% chance of rain, there is no threat of weather interruptions. However, wind speeds of 11 km/h with gusts reaching up to 26 km/h could play a role, especially in how the bowlers extract movement through the air.

The humidity levels won’t be a major factor but the moderate UV index means players will need to stay hydrated and protected from the sun. With 50% cloud cover, there will be movement for the pacers.


Hagley Oval Stats And Records In WT20Is

Criterion
Data
Matches Played3
Matches Won Batting 1st2
Matches Won Bowling 1st1
Average 1st Innings Score151
Average 2nd Innings Score73.3

Is Hagley Oval’s Pitch Batting Or Bowling Friendly?

Hagley Oval is traditionally known for its pace-friendly surface with grass cover aiding seam movement and extra bounce. Fast bowlers will enjoy the conditions, especially early in the innings, as seen in the first T20I where pacers from both teams got the most out of the surface.

Swing and seam movement will be key in the powerplay and expect teams to attack with quicks in the early exchanges. However, batting gets easier as the game progresses with the ball coming onto the bat better. The outfield at Hagley is usually quick, meaning value for shots is high.

While spinners found some grip in the first game, they weren’t the primary threat. That said, a well-set batter can capitalize in the second innings, making chasing a tempting option. Given how the first match played out, expect the captain winning the toss to bowl first, aiming to make use of the early movement and restrict the opposition to a manageable total.