New Zealand will take on Sri Lanka in the third and final ODI of the three-match series at Saxton Oval in Nelson. The series opener was washed out due to persistent rain, leaving both teams without a chance to gain early momentum. However, in the second ODI, the Black Caps showcased their dominance, registering a convincing win to take a 1-0 lead. With the series on the line, Sri Lanka will have no other option but to secure a victory and level the series. The visitors will be looking to rectify their mistakes from the previous game, focusing on improving their batting depth and tightening their bowling attack.

Sri Lanka Women tour of New Zealand 2025: 3rd ODI

• Date and Time: March 9; 11:00 am local/ 03:30 am IST /10:00 pm GMT (March 8)
• Venue: Saxton Oval, Nelson

Saxton Oval Pitch Report 

Saxton Oval is recognized for its balanced playing conditions, providing equal assistance to both batters and bowlers, making it a venue where both skills are tested. Batting first can be challenging, especially in the morning session, as the conditions tend to favor seam bowlers. The pitch offers early movement, making it difficult for batters to score freely. However, as the match progresses, the surface settles, allowing the ball to come onto the bat more smoothly, creating better opportunities for stroke play.

NZ-W vs SL-W Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeeper: Polly Inglis
• Batters: Harshitha Samarawickrama, Maddy Green, Georgia Plimmer
• All-rounders: Chamari Athapaththu, Suzie Bates, Kavisha Dilhari, Jess Kerr
• Bowlers: Eden Carson, Bree Illing, Inoshi Priyadharshani

NZ-W vs SL-W Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

• Choice 1: Maddy Green (c), Chamari Athapaththu (vc)
• Choice 2: Suzie Bates (c), Harshitha Samarawickrama (vc)

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NZ-W vs SL-W Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Emma McLeod, Brooke Halliday, Anushka Sanjeewani, Chethana Vimukthi

NZ-W vs SL-W Dream11 Team for today’s match [March 9, 10:00 pm GMT (Mar 08)]:

Squads:

New Zealand: Suzie Bates (c), Georgia Plimmer, Emma McLeod, Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Isabella Gaze, Jess Kerr, Polly Inglis (wk), Hannah Rowe, Eden Carson, Bree Illing, Fran Jonas, Lauren Down

Sri Lanka: Vishmi Gunaratne, Chamari Athapaththu (c), Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilhari, Manudi Nanayakkara, Nilakshi de Silva, Anushka Sanjeewani (wk), Chethana Vimukthi, Sugandika Kumari, Inoshi Priyadharshani, Achini Kulasuriya, Imesha Dulani, Sachini Nisansala, Kaushani Nuthyangana, Rashmika Sewwandi, Udeshika Prabodhani

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