Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Match Prediction and Preview, 2nd ODI Jan 08 - Can NZ continue its winning streak?

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Match Information

Match Type: 2nd ODI (D/N)

Date: January 08, 2025

Venue: Hamilton

Time: 9:00 AM Local Time (3:30 AM IST)

Weather Report:

Condition: Cloudy with occasional sunny spells.

Temperature: 20°C to 25°C.

Chance of Rain: Low, around 10-15%.

Wind: Moderate, around 15 km/h.

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Recent Performance Analysis

New Zealand's Last 5 Matches:

New Zealand's recent record shows 1 win, 3 losses, and 1 no result in their last 5 matches, with their only victory coming against Sri Lanka in the 1st ODI of this series.

Sri Lanka's Last 5 Matches:

Sri Lanka's recent record shows 2 wins, 2 losses, and 1 no result in their last 5 matches, with their victories coming against New Zealand in November 2024.

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Playing XI Prediction

New Zealand playing XI prediction:

1.Will Young (Captain)

2.Devon Conway (Wicketkeeper)

3.Tom Latham

4.Rachin Ravindra

5.Glenn Phillips

6.James Neesham

7.Kyle Jamieson

8.Lockie Ferguson

9.Jacob Duffy

10.Will O'Rourke

11.Mitchell Santner

Sri Lanka playing XI prediction:

1.Kusal Mendis (Captain)

2.Pathum Nissanka (Wicketkeeper)

3.Charith Asalanka

4.Avishka Fernando

5.Dhananjaya de Silva

6.Dasun Shanaka

7.Wanindu Hasaranga

8.Jeffrey Vandersay

9.Chamika Karunaratne

10.Kasun Rajitha

11.Maheesh Theekshana

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Head-to-Head

New Zealand has won 2 of the last 4 completed matches, while Sri Lanka has won 2, with one match ending with no result.

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 2nd ODI Match Prediction

New Zealand will bat first, and the match result is predicted:

New Zealand has been in dominant form, and with their powerful batting lineup, they are expected to post a total above 300 runs. Sri Lanka will face a tough challenge chasing under pressure, especially after their heavy defeat in the 1st ODI.

Sri Lanka will bat first, and the match result is predicted:

Sri Lanka has the potential to post a competitive total, especially with their top-order batsmen like Kusal Mendis and Charith Asalanka. However, New Zealand’s bowling attack, led by Lockie Ferguson and Mitchell Santner, is capable of limiting Sri Lanka to a manageable score.

Best Batsman Prediction:

New Zealand: Will Young – Consistently scoring runs with a high average, Young is expected to be New Zealand’s key player at the top.

Sri Lanka: Kusal Mendis – In good form, Mendis is the backbone of Sri Lanka's batting line-up.

Best Bowler Prediction:

New Zealand: Lockie Ferguson – Known for his pace and wicket-taking ability, Ferguson will be crucial in breaking partnerships and keeping the pressure on Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka: Jeffrey Vandersay – With his variety in spin, Vandersay could prove tricky for New Zealand’s middle order.

Result of the Opening Bowler:

New Zealand: Lockie Ferguson will likely strike early and be a key factor in limiting Sri Lanka’s top-order.

Sri Lanka: Kasun Rajitha could provide early breakthroughs if he finds swing with the new ball in Hamilton's conditions.

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Today Cricket Match Prediction 100 Sure:

New Zealand to win the match by a comfortable margin. Given their dominant performance in the 1st ODI and Sri Lanka’s struggles in the previous matches, New Zealand are the clear favorites to take a 2-0 lead in the series.