NZ-W vs SL-W, 1st T20I: Match Prediction, Dream11 Team, Fantasy Cricket Tips & Pitch Report | New Zealand vs Sri Lanka

The stage is set for an exciting T20I match between New Zealand and Sri Lanka, scheduled to take place on March 14, 2025, at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch. The match is part of Sri Lanka Women’s tour of New Zealand in 2025. New Zealand, led by the experienced Suzie Bates, boasts a strong squad that includes talented players like Georgia Plimmer, Brooke Halliday, and Maddy Green. Their bowling attack will be spearheaded by Jess Kerr and Fran Jonas, who have shown impressive form in recent matches.

Sri Lanka, captained by the dynamic Chamari Athapaththu, will look to challenge New Zealand’s dominance. Athapaththu is known for her aggressive batting style and will be crucial in setting the tone for Sri Lanka’s innings. Other key players for Sri Lanka include Harshitha Samarawickrama and Kavisha Dilhari, who have shown promise in their recent performances. Despite Sri Lanka’s potential, New Zealand’s strong record against them, combined with the home advantage, makes them favourites to win.

Sri Lanka Women tour of New Zealand 2025: 1st T20I

Date and Time: March 14; 07:45 pm local/ 11:45 am IST / 06:15 am GMTVenue: Hagley Oval, Christchurch

Hagley Oval Pitch Report

The Hagley Oval in Christchurch is renowned for its batting-friendly conditions, offering a flat and even surface that allows batters to play their shots freely. The pitch typically provides good bounce and pace, which can also assist fast bowlers early on. However, as the match progresses, the surface tends to become more conducive to batting, making it challenging for bowlers to contain runs. The outfield is generally quick, which can result in boundaries being scored quickly if the baters manage to find the gaps. Overall, the Hagley Oval is expected to favour teams that bat well and manage to set or chase competitive totals effectively.

NZ-W vs SL-W Dream11 Prediction Picks:

Wicketkeeper: Polly InglisBatters: Harshitha Samarawickrama, Maddy Green, Georgia PlimmerAll-rounders: Chamari Athapaththu, Suzie Bates, Kavisha Dilhari, Jess KerrBowlers: Achini Kulasuriya, Rosemary Mair, Eden Carson

NZ-W vs SL-W Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

Choice 1: Georgia Plimmer (c), Kavisha Dilhari (vc)Choice 2: Maddy Green (c), Chamari Athapaththu (vc)

Also READ: NZ-W vs SL-W 2025: New Zealand’s best playing XI for the T20I series against Sri Lanka

NZ-W vs SL-W Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Emma McLeod, Brooke Halliday, Anushka Sanjeewani, Chethana Vimukthi

NZ-W vs SL-W Dream11 Team for today’s match (March 14, 06:15 am GMT):

Squads:

New Zealand Squad: Izzy Sharp, Suzie Bates (c), Georgia Plimmer, Emma McLeod, Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Polly Inglis (wk), Jess Kerr, Eden Carson, Fran Jonas, Rosemary Mair, Bree Illing, Flora Devonshire

Sri Lanka Squad: Vishmi Gunaratne, Chamari Athapaththu (c), Harshitha Samarawickrama, Imesha Dulani, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshi de Silva, Anushka Sanjeewani (wk), Sachini Nisansala, Sugandika Kumari, Achini Kulasuriya, Chethana Vimukthi, Manudi Nanayakkara, Rashmika Sewwandi, Udeshika Prabodhani, Inoshi Priyadharshani, Kaushani Nuthyangana

Also READ: NZ-W vs SL-W 2025: Sri Lanka’s best playing XI for the T20I series against New Zealand

This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.