Sri Lanka return to international cricket with their tour to New Zealand where they will play a 3-match ODI and a 3-match T20I series against the BlackCaps. With Chamari Athapaththu leading the line for the island nation, Sri Lanka team comes with a blend of experience and youth in their squad. They have included several uncapped players in their squad, leaving out experienced campaigners Inoka Ranaweera and Ama Kanchana.
New Zealand, on the other hand, also missed out on some major players like Sophie Devine, Amelia Kerr, Molly Penfold, and Bella James. Thus, several young talents have earned their maiden call-up for the home side.
Sri Lanka Women tour of New Zealand 2024: 1st ODI
- Date and Time: March 4; 02:00 pm local/ 6:30 am IST/01:00 am GMT
- Venue: McLean Park, Napier
McLean Park Pitch Report
Nestled in Hawke’s Bay on the eastern coast of New Zealand’s North Island, Napier is renowned for its dry climate. This lack of moisture means McLean Park’s pitch tends to be incredibly batting-friendly, offering little of the bounce and movement seen at other New Zealand venues. Known for its high-scoring nature, McLean Park ranks among the world’s top grounds for limited-overs cricket, where big totals are often expected. The surface remains true and flat early on, providing the batters with plenty of opportunities to score. However, as the game progresses, the pitch tends to slow down, subtly aiding spinners and requiring batters to adjust their approach. Despite this, the overall conditions make it a favorite for those who enjoy attacking cricket.
NZ-W vs SL-W Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeepers: Anushka Sanjeewani, Isabella Gaze
- Batters: Harshitha Samarawickrama, Maddy Green
- All-rounders: Suzie Bates, Chamari Athapaththu, Jess Kerr, Kavisha Dilhari
- Bowlers: Hannah Rowe, Eden Carson, Achini Kulasuriya
NZ-W vs SL-W Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
- Choice 1: Suzie Bates (c), Chamari Athapaththu (vc)
- Choice 2: Isabella Gaze (c), Achini Kulasuriya (vc)
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NZ-W vs SL-W Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Brooke Halliday, Emma McLeod,Manudi Nanayakkara, Rashmika Sewwandi,
NZ-W vs SL-W Dream11 Team for today’s match (March 4, 01:00 am GMT):
Squads:
New Zealand: Lauren Down, Isabella Gaze, Maddy Green, Georgia Plimmer, Suzie Bates (c), Brooke Halliday, Emma McLeod, Eden Carson, Fran Jonas, Jess Kerr, Hannah Rowe, Bree Illing, Polly Inglis.
Sri Lanka: Imesha Dulani, Vishmi Gunaratne, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Anushka Sanjeewani, Kaushini Nuthyangana, Nilakshi de Silva, Chamari Athapaththu (c), Kavisha Dilhari, Manudi Nanayakkara, Rashmika Sewwandi, Inoshi Priyadharshani, Achini Kulasuriya, Sugandika Kumari, Sachini Nisansala, Udeshika Prabodhani, Chethana Vimukthi.
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