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Excitement Builds for NZ-W vs SL-W T20I Clash on March 14, 2025
The stage is set for an electrifying T20I encounter between New Zealand Women and Sri Lanka Women on March 14, 2025, at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch. This match is part of the Sri Lanka Women’s tour of New Zealand 2025, promising an action-packed contest between two competitive sides.
New Zealand, led by the seasoned Suzie Bates, fields a formidable squad featuring standout players like Georgia Plimmer, Brooke Halliday, and Maddy Green. Their bowling attack, spearheaded by Jess Kerr and Fran Jonas, has been in excellent form, making them a strong contender for the match.
On the other hand, Sri Lanka, captained by the explosive Chamari Athapaththu, will aim to challenge New Zealand’s dominance. Athapaththu, known for her aggressive batting, will be pivotal in setting the tone for Sri Lanka’s innings. Supporting her are Harshitha Samarawickrama and Kavisha Dilhari, who have shown remarkable potential in recent games. Despite Sri Lanka’s promise, New Zealand’s solid track record against them and home advantage make them the favourites.
Match Details: Sri Lanka Women’s Tour of New Zealand 2025 – 1st T20I
- Date and Time: March 14, 2025; 07:45 pm local / 11:45 am IST / 06:15 am GMT
- Venue: Hagley Oval, Christchurch
Hagley Oval Pitch Report
The Hagley Oval is renowned for its batting-friendly conditions, offering a flat and even surface with good bounce and pace. While fast bowlers may find assistance early on, the pitch tends to favour batters as the match progresses. The quick outfield further enhances the chances of boundaries, making it ideal for teams that excel in setting or chasing competitive totals.
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: Achini Kulasuriya, Rosemary Mair, Eden Carson
Dream11 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices
- Choice 1: Georgia Plimmer (c), Kavisha Dilhari (vc)
- Choice 2: Maddy Green (c), Chamari Athapaththu (vc)
Dream11 Backups
Emma McLeod, Brooke Halliday, Anushka Sanjeewani, Chethana Vimukthi
NZ-W vs SL-W Squad Details
New Zealand Squad: Izzy Sharp, Suzie Bates (c), Georgia Plimmer, Emma McLeod, Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Polly Inglis (wk), Jess Kerr, Eden Carson, Fran Jonas, Rosemary Mair, Bree Illing, Flora Devonshire
Sri Lanka Squad: Vishmi Gunaratne, Chamari Athapaththu (c), Harshitha Samarawickrama, Imesha Dulani, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshi de Silva, Anushka Sanjeewani (wk), Sachini Nisansala, Sugandika Kumari, Achini Kulasuriya, Chethana Vimukthi, Manudi Nanayakkara, Rashmika Sewwandi, Udeshika Prabodhani, Inoshi Priyadharshani, Kaushani Nuthyangana
Match Preview Highlights
- New Zealand’s strong lineup and home advantage make them the favourites.
- Sri Lanka’s Chamari Athapaththu and Harshitha Samarawickrama are key players to watch.
- The Hagley Oval’s batting-friendly pitch promises an entertaining contest.
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