New Zealand vs Sri Lanka T20 World Cup 2022: Toss result and playing 11s for today's match, umpires list and pitch report
New Zealand will take on Sri Lanka in a crucial Group 1 Super 12 encounter of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2022 at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) on Saturday, October 29.
The Kiwis began their campaign in brilliant fashion with an 89-run thumping of defending champions Australia. However, their momentum has been halted to an extent as their game against Afghanistan earlier in the week was washed out. They will have to rediscover their rhythm against the Lankans.
Speaking of Sri Lanka, they have had an up-and-down time. It began with a 55-run loss to Namibia in the tournament opener. They recovered brilliantly to progress to the Super 12 stage. However, a comprehensive nine-wicket win over Ireland was followed by a seven-wicket loss to Australia.
Multiple injury issues have hampered Sri Lanka’s cause. Leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga will also be keen to make an impact after being taken apart by Marcus Stoinis.
In the context of qualification for the semi-finals, Saturday’s clash will be crucial. If New Zealand win, they will remain on top of Group 1 with five points. If Lanka emerge triumphant, they will move to the top position with four points.
Today's NZ vs SL toss result
New Zealand have won the toss and have opted to bat first. Speaking about the decision, Kiwi skipper Kane Williamson said:
“Looks like a good surface, we have played once before and we did well.”
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New Zealand have made one change to their playing XI. A fit Daryl Mitchell comes in for Mark Chapman. Kasun Rajitha replaces Binura Fernando for Sri Lanka
NZ vs SL - Today's match playing XIs
New Zealand: Finn Allen, Devon Conway (w), Kane Williamson (c), Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee, Ish Sodhi, Lockie Ferguson, Trent Boult.
Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (w), Dhananjaya de Silva, Charith Asalanka, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Dasun Shanaka (c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Chamika Karunaratne, Maheesh Theekshana, Lahiru Kumara, Kasun Rajitha.
Today's NZ vs SL pitch report
We have moved across a couple of pitches and that means there will be one short boundary and one massive boundary. According to Mel Jones and Dale Steyn, the pitch itself is an absolute belter. Looks pretty similar to the previous two games played here. Batting first after winning the toss looks like a good option.
Today's NZ vs SL match players list
New Zealand: Finn Allen, Devon Conway (w), Kane Williamson (c), Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee, Ish Sodhi, Lockie Ferguson, Trent Boult, Michael Bracewell, Daryl Mitchell, Adam Milne, Martin Guptill.
It's #SLvNZ time!
This will be the sixth meeting between Sri Lanka and New Zealand in the mega event and Sri Lanka have the historical edge, winning four of the previous five encounters.
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Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis(w), Dhananjaya de Silva, Charith Asalanka, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Dasun Shanaka(c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Chamika Karunaratne, Maheesh Theekshana, Lahiru Kumara, Ashen Bandara, Pramod Madushan, Kasun Rajitha, Jeffrey Vandersay.
NZ vs SL - Today's match umpires
On-field umpires: Michael Gough, Paul Wilson
TV umpire: Ahsan Raza
Match Referee: Andy Pycroft