New Zealand vs Sri Lanka Preview: Team News & Prediction | 2nd T20 International

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New Zealand edged out Sri Lanka in the first T20i and victory here would turn their series lead into an unassailable one.

Date/Time: Sunday December 29th 2024: USA PT – 10:15pm / Monday December 30th 2024: USA ET – 1:15am / UK – 6:15am

Venue: Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, New Zealand

Weather: Dry with sunshine and hot temperatures of 25c.

How To Watch On TV: UK – TNT Sports / US – Willow TV 

How To Watch Online: UK – discovery+ / US – Willow TV

New Zealand Betting Analysis

Jacob Duffy impressed over the course of the first T20i, also in Mount Maunganui. Duffy’s three wickets was key in New Zealand’s victory and it would be no surprise if he maintained the same level in potency in this next game, especially with it taking place at the same venue. With that in mind, bettors should consider a play via the ‘Bowler Milestones’ market, backing Duffy to record 3+ wickets again.

Sri Lanka Betting Analysis

Sri Lanka took eight New Zealand wickets in the home side’s innings on Saturday, with Maheesh Theekshana picking up two of those wickets. The spinner has a very important role to play in this second match, especially if the game is to be played on a used pitch. It may prove a shrewd move backing Theekshana to accumulate over 1.5 match wickets.

New Zealand vs Sri Lanka Expert Prediction

Sri Lanka competed well at the weekend despite the difficult of playing away from home in conditions they perhaps aren’t used to. New Zealand proved to be more streetwise though and just had that little bit extra nous to get over the line. With a short turnaround between games, it would be no surprise to see a repeat showing here, so consider backing a second Black Caps victory.

New Zealand vs Sri Lanka Tip: New Zealand to win