SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch Report – New Zealand Tour Of Sri Lanka 2024, 1st ODI

SL vs NZ, ODI series: Dream11 Predictions for Match 1 [Source: @BLACKCAPS, @OfficialSLC/x.com]

Sri Lanka (SL) will take on New Zealand (NZ) in the first ODI of the three-match series. This match will be played at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla, Sri Lanka, on Wednesday, November 13th, 2024 at 2:30 PM IST.

Ahead of the game, here is a look at the Dream11 predictions, the top player picks, the fantasy cricket tips, the pitch report and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.

SL vs NZ 1st ODI Preview

Sri Lanka comes into this game with a stronger recent record; they are familiar with the conditions at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, giving them an edge. Their recent form with four wins in their last six games is also encouraging. Key batters such as Pathum Nissanka and Charith Asalanka have been consistent. They provide stability in the top and middle orders. With Wanindu Hasaranga and Dunith Wellalage leading the spin department, Sri Lanka can take advantage of any spin-friendly conditions that may emerge as the match progresses.

New Zealand’s squad is well-rounded with power hitters, experienced all-rounders, and a potent pace attack, but their form has been inconsistent, as seen in their last six games, where they won three and lost  two. The presence of Glenn Phillips and Will Young in the lineup adds depth. Hasaranga and Wellalage could exploit New Zealand's weakness against quality spin bowling on a pitch that may offer some turn in the second innings.

SL vs NZ Head-to-Head in ODIs

SL vs NZ 1st ODI Weather And Pitch Report

Weather: Rain interruptions are expected during the game because a thunderstorm is forecast. As reported by AccuWeather, there is a 5% chance of rain during the game, which might hamper the proceedings.

Pitch Report: The pitch at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium is generally a slow track, and stroke-making is difficult for batters. The spinners will play a key role in Dambulla, getting significant assistance in the middle overs. They will be particularly lethal in the second half, with a drier surface helping them generate substantial turn.

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Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla - Record of Chasing Teams

Nearly 57% of the games have been won by the chasing team at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla. Both teams will look to chase upon winning the toss as the majority of the games played on this ground have been won by the side chasing.

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SL vs NZ 1st ODI Captain and Vice-captain

SL vs NZ 1st ODI Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Nishan Madushka, S Samarawickrama
Batters: Pathum Nissanka, Glenn Phillips, Avishka Fernando
All-rounders: Mitchell Santner, Wanindu Hasaranga, Michael Bracewell
Bowlers: Ish Sodhi, Zakary Foulkes, Dilshan Madushanka

Captain: Glenn Phillips
Vice-captain: Pathum Nissanka

SL vs NZ 1st ODI Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/ Grand Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Kusal Mendis
Batters: Pathum Nissanka, Glenn Phillips, Charith Asalanka, Will Young
All-rounders: Mitchell Santner, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Michael Bracewell
Bowlers: Adam Milne, Maheesh Theekshana

Captain: Wanindu Hasaranga
Vice-captain: Mitchell Santner

SL vs NZ 1st ODI Expert Advice

Given the playing conditions and the expected team combinations of the two sides, a 2-3-3-3 or 1-4-4-2 combination will be ideal for the game.

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