New Zealand Women will be up against Sri Lanka Women in the first ODI of the series scheduled on March 4 at the McLean Park in Napier. It will be the first match of the tour. Both these teams will face each other in three ODIs and as many T20Is.
Riding high on their recent triumph in the T20 World Cup 2024, New Zealand will look to assert their dominance on home soil. With a blend of seasoned campaigners and promising newcomers, they have a pretty balanced side.
On the other hand, Sri Lanka will enter the series in the form of underdogs. The Chamari Athapaththu-led side will be looking to challenge the hosts and potentially spring an upset.
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New Zealand are struck by many injuries. Hayley Jensen and Bella James injured themselves recently and are replaced by Fran Jonas and Lauren Down respectively. Lea Tahuhu, Rosemary Mair and Molly Penfold are also currently injured. While their full-time captain Sophie Devine has decided to take a break, Amelia Kerr is playing in the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025 for Mumbai Indians. Suzie Bates will lead the side in Devine's absence.
The White Ferns last played an ODI series in December and lost to Australia 2-0. While the first fixture was abandoned due to rain, Australia prevailed in the following two games.
Sri Lanka are not at the level of New Zealand at the international level. However, they are a side known to punch above their weight. With New Zealand not at their full strength, Sri Lanka will fancy their chances of pulling off a surprise win.
Also read: Fran Jonas Replaces Injured Hayley Jensen in New Zealand Squad for Sri Lanka ODIs
New Zealand vs Sri Lanka 1st ODI Live Streaming Details
When will the New Zealand vs Sri Lanka match be played?
The match will be played on March 4, Tuesday.
Where will the New Zealand vs Sri Lanka match be played?
It will take place at the McLean Park in Napier.
What time will the New Zealand vs Sri Lanka match start?
The fixture is scheduled to commence at 6:30 AM IST.
How to watch the New Zealand vs Sri Lanka match live on TV?
There will be no live broadcast of the match on TV in India.
Where to watch the New Zealand vs Sri Lanka match live?
The match will be live streamed on the Fancode app and website.
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