New Zealand and Sri Lanka are set to clash in the 41st match of the 2023 World Cup at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Thursday, 9 November.
The outcome of this match could have significant implications on which team secures the final spot in the top four and qualifies for the semifinals. If New Zealand, currently in fourth place, emerge victorious, they will be in a strong position but not guaranteed qualification. On the other hand, Sri Lanka will be aiming to win and secure a spot in the top eight, ensuring qualification for the 2025 Champions Trophy.
The predicted line-up for New Zealand includes Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Tom Latham, Mark Chapman, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee, Trent Boult, and Ish Sodhi. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka’s predicted XI features Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera, Kusal Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Angelo Mathews, Dhananjaya de Silva, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Kasun Rajitha, and Dilshan Madushanka.
In their head-to-head ODI clashes, New Zealand has emerged victorious 51 times out of 101 matches against Sri Lanka. The toss for the upcoming match is scheduled for 1:30 PM IST, and both teams will need to strategize based on the pitch conditions and the looming threat of rain. The weather forecast for Bengaluru predicts cool temperatures with a high chance of rain.
Despite New Zealand being the favorites to win, the unpredictable nature of rain could potentially favor Sri Lanka. Betting odds from Dafabet also list New Zealand as the favorites to emerge triumphant in this match.
Fans can also participate in Dafabet’s CWC 2023 predictor game for a chance to win prizes and stay updated on the latest odds and cricket scores. Additionally, the full fixtures and results for the Cricket World Cup 2023 are available for viewing online.