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After recording a comprehensive win in Wellington hosts New Zealand will be keen to complete the series win today. Can Sri Lanka turn things around? Their batters had a tough time in the first ODI failed to play full quota of overs as only 2 of the top 6 got into double-figures. As witnessed in the previous game.

There could be a bit of movement early on and if the team can get past the first 10-15 overs there could be lots of runs on offer. With an eye on the upcoming Champions Trophy both teams will look to try and test a few things. At one stage New Zealand looked set to post a total in excess of 280 but the spin duo of Hasaranga and Theekshana pulled things back especially at the backend with disciplines lines and length.

It was a rare failure for Will Young who got out in the 5th over but both Rachin and Chapman will rue the fact that they failed to convert their knocks into a big one. Both looked flawless at the crease and built a 112-run stand for the second wicket. Unfortunately for the hosts both got out in quick succession and that forced.

Daryl Mitchell to play cautiously for most part of his innings. Although he tried to up the ante towards the end he couldn't find his timing and got out in the penultimate over eventually. Theekshana bagged a hat-trick and his spell alongside Hasaranga's economical returns could prove very crucial if they manage to pull this off.

After an emphatic victory in the series opener New Zealand will look to seal the series today while Sri Lanka will aim to level the contest and keep their hopes alive. Both teams come into this match with contrasting mindsets the Kiwis brimming with confidence and the Lankans eager to make amends. Iqbal Sports Live. Iqbal Sports Live Commentary.

The caravan now moves to Hamilton for the second ODI of the three-match series between New Zealand and Sri Lanka. The opener in Wellington turned out to be a one-sided affair with New Zealand cruising to a dominant victory. Matt Henry and Co. set the tone bundling Sri Lanka out for just 178 before the Kiwi top order ensured a clinical chase with ease.

For Sri Lanka Avishka Fernando stood out with the bat amidst a lackluster performance by the rest of the top five. Pathum Nissanka Kusal Mendis Charith Asalanka and Kamindu Mendis all registered single-digit scores and will be desperate to make amends. The pace trio of Asitha Fernando Lahiru Kumara and Eshan Malinga failed to match the impact of their New Zealand counterparts leaving plenty to ponder ahead of the clash at Seddon Park. Km Punk Live Match.

On the other hand New Zealand were nearly flawless in their execution. While their performance in Wellington was comprehensive they will aim for an even more polished display to secure the series in Hamilton. The potential return of Tom Latham who missed the first game due to a niggle presents an intriguing selection dilemma for the hosts.

If fit the management must decide whether to tweak their winning combination to accommodate Latham or stick with the same XI. Sri Lanka will not have fond memories of their last ODI encounter against New Zealand in Hamilton. They endured a heavy defeat much like the drubbing in the first ODI of this series. That loss carried significant consequences as it cost Sri Lanka direct qualification for the 2023 ODI World Cup. Km Punk Live. Crictalks Live Match. Crictalks Live.

After recording a comprehensive win in Wellington hosts New Zealand will be keen to complete the series win today. Can Sri Lanka turn things around? Their batters had a tough time in the first ODI failed to play full quota of overs as only 2 of the top 6 got into double-figures. New Zealand vs Sri Lanka 2nd ODI Live Cricket Score Commentary. Can Charith Asalanka and his men regroup and deliver a strong performance to force a series decider?