The New Zealand vs Sri Lanka match will take place at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on the 9th of November. At the end of the league stage, four teams at the top will advance to the semi-finals. Currently, three teams, namely India, South Africa, and Australia, have already secured their places in the semi-finals.
For the remaining fourth spot, three teams are currently in contention: New Zealand, Pakistan, and Afghanistan, all of whom have earned 8 points. Therefore, the outcome of the New Zealand vs. Sri Lanka match will have a significant impact on the other two teams. Consequently, this match holds immense importance for all three teams.
Match Details New Zealand vs Sri Lanka
| Match | New Zealand vs Sri Lanka |
| Date | 9/11/2023 |
| Venue | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru |
| Match Time | 2.00 PM IST |
| Toss Time | 1.30 PM IST |
| Live Coverage | Star Sports Group, Disney + Hotstar |
New Zealand vs Sri Lanka Pitch Report
The pitch at Chinnaswamy Stadium is favourable for batting, as evidenced by the high-scoring games in the last five matches. The pitch is extremely conducive to batting, with short boundaries, and as a result, we can anticipate a high-scoring game today.
In their previous match at Chinnaswamy Stadium, New Zealand posted an imposing total of 401 against Pakistan. However, it’s worth noting that there is a possibility of showers today. Consequently, the team that wins the toss will likely opt to bowl.
Overall ODI Record in M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru
| Total Matches | Won Batting First | Won Bowling First | Avg 1st Inning Score | Avg 2nd Inning Score |
| 41 | 15 | 22 | 237 | 216 |
New Zealand vs Sri Lanka Weather Report
As per the weather forecast in Bengaluru, there is a 70% chance of showers on Thursday. Bengaluru experienced heavy rain on Wednesday as well. This is not good news for New Zealand, as it may affect their chances of reaching the semi-finals. The temperature is expected to range from 20 to 28 degrees Celsius.
Overall New Zealand vs Sri Lanka Head-to-Head In ODI Matches
| Matches | New Zealand Won | Sri Lanka Won | No Result | Tie |
| 101 | 51 | 41 | 8 | 1 |
New Zealand vs Sri Lanka Head-to-Head In ODI World Cup Matches
| Matches | New Zealand Won | Sri Lanka Won |
| 11 | 5 | 6 |
New Zealand vs Sri Lanka Probable Playing 11
New Zealand Probable Playing 11: Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson (C), DJ Mitchell, Tom Latham (wk), Glenn Phillips, MS Chapman, Mitchell Santner, Ish Sodhi, Tim Southee, Trent Boult
Sri Lanka Probable Playing 11:
Pathum Nissanka, K Perera, K Mendis (C), S Samarawickrama, C Asalanka, A Mathews, D de Silva, M Theekshana, D Chameera, K Rajitha, D Madushanka
New Zealand vs Sri Lanka Match Prediction
There is a higher likelihood of rain in Bengaluru, which might result in the match being played with a reduced number of overs. According to Google’s win probability prediction, New Zealand has a 74% chance of winning the match. The way Sri Lanka is currently playing, there is a strong probability that New Zealand will emerge victorious in the match.
Disclaimer
This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While predicting the match outcomes, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.