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In some good news, the weather forecast in Sydney is absolutely perfect for this clash. So, there is no need to check rain radars, precipitation levels, forecasts and other weather features that have been quite prominent in this T20 World Cup so far.
The cricket itself has been enthralling. The last match was one of the all-time classics, and Sri Lanka will be seeking to put one on New Zealand as Dasun Shanaka’s team aims to keep their Semi Final hopes alive. Kane Williamson’s team, on the other hand, will finally line up, one week after their perfect display against Australia on this ground.
On paper, this looks to be a big test for Sri Lanka’s depleted attack, struck down by another injury in this tournament. Binura Fernando was the latest to suffer an unfortunate injury, as the Lions fought hard against Australia in Perth but were undone by Marcus Stoinis brilliance. New Zealand have a number of players who are capable of going big, so the challenge for the Sri Lankans will be to find early wickets and continue building pressure.
For New Zealand, a win here puts them on the brink of the Semi Finals thanks to their outstanding net run rate. Finn Allen and Devon Conway looks a magnificent opening partnership. Kane Williamson and Glenn Phillips have more in their arsenal. Jimmy Neesham can strike the ball miles. And, that’s before we mention the New Zealand attack. When a World Cup comes around, New Zealand can never be counted out, and they proved why once again last week in their 89-run drubbing of Australia.
NZ vs SL Possible Playing XI
Daryl Mitchell could return in this match.
New Zealand: 1. Finn Allen, 2. Devon Conway (wk), 3. Kane Williamson, 4. Glenn Phillips, 5. Daryl Mitchell/Mark Chapman, 6. Jimmy Neesham, 7. Mitchell Santner, 8. Tim Southee, 9. Ish Sodhi, 10. Trent Boult, 11. Lockie Ferguson
Sri Lanka’s injury woes continued against Australia. Left-armer Binura Fernando injured his hamstring. Asitha Fernando has been approved as his replacement.
Sri Lanka: 1. Pathum Nissanka, 2. Kusal Mendis (wk), 3. Dhanajaya de Silva, 4. Charith Asalanka, 5. Bhanuka Rajapaksa, 6. Dasun Shanaka (c), 7. Wanindu Hasaranga, 8. Chamika Karunaratne, 9. Maheeh Theekshana, 10. Lahiru Kumara, 11. Asitha Fernando
Key Players to Watch/Key Stats
New Zealand:
- Devon Conway is Mr. Consistent for New Zealand. He is coming off a magnificent 58-ball 92* against Australia, after scores of 36, 70*, 49*, 64 and 14 in his previous five matches.
- Finn Allen represented the new Black Caps attitude down under. He belted 42 off 16 balls on this ground against Australia, part of an incredible career strike rate of 172.78 in 73 T20s.
- Glenn Phillips has scored the most runs for New Zealand in T20Is in 2022: 13 inns, 461 runs, avg. 46.10, SR 152.64.
- Mitchell Santner took figures of 3/31 on this ground against Australia. The likes of Axar Patel, Tim Pringle and South Africa’s spinners enjoyed bowling on the SCG track.
- Santner has taken seven wickets in five T20Is against Sri Lanka at an average of 17.00 and economy of 6.26.
- Expect Tim Southee (3/6 vs Australia) and Trent Boult (six wickets in three T20Is vs SL) to find some movement early.
Sri Lanka:
- Kusal Mendis will be key. As opener in T20Is, he has smashed 778 runs in 25 innings at an average of 33.83 and strike rate of 145.69. In all other positions, Mendis has scored 234 runs at an average of 11.14 and strike rate of 97.90.
- Pathum Nissanka in all T20Is in Australia: 9 inns, 321 runs, avg. 35.67, SR 108.81. He will be tasked with providing a platform up top.
- Charith Asalanka has been in good form. The left-hander has made three 30+ scores in a row, including an impressive 38* off 25 against Australia at Perth.
- Can Wanindu Hasaranga bounce back after a tough night against Australia? The legspinner still has the equal-most wickets in this World Cup, with nine scalps at an average of 15.66 and economy of 7.42.
- Maheesh Theekshana will be tasked with keeping the NZ top order quiet. He is conceding just 6.16 per over in this tournament, with eight wickets to his name in five matches. He could enjoy the dryish SCG pitch.
Other Stats and Facts
- Head-to-head: Matches 20, New Zealand 10, Sri Lanka 8, N/R 2.
- This will be the first T20I between the teams since 2019.
- Lahiru Kumara can test NZ with his pace. He has taken figures of 1/28 (4), 1/12 (2) and 0/22 (3.3) so far this tournament.
SCG Sydney Pitch Report and Weather
New Zealand and South Africa have both hit 200+ at the SCG. India struck 179/2. All three teams won after batting first. So, the captain who wins the toss may choose to put runs on the board.
As mentioned, the weather conditions will be perfect for this match, with clear skies and no rain forecast.
NZ vs SL Dream11 Prediction Today October 28 2022
Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article as well as your own instincts to create your teams.
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Option 2:

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Fan2Play Prediction
Base Team:
- Wicket-Keepers: Devon Conway, Kusal Mendis
- Batsmen: Kane Williamson, Charith Asalanka
- All-Rounders: Mitchell Santner, Wanindu Hasaranga
- Bowlers: Trent Boult, Tim Southee
T20 World Cup 2022 Match 27: NZ vs SL Match Prediction – Who will win?
New Zealand look to have too much quality. The Black Caps will win.