SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction: The opening ODI of Sri Lanka tour of New Zealand 2024 will take place at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla on Wednesday, November 13. The two teams finished on an equal footing in the T20I series with one win each. New Zealand won the second T20I by five runs. This is New Zealand's first ODI series after December of 2023 which they won 2-1 over Bangladesh. Sri Lanka, on the other hand, emerged victorious in the recently concluded ODI series 2-1 against the West Indies. Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st ODI- Pitch Report The Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium pitch is good for batting and bowling. The team that wins the toss would opt to bowl first, taking advantage of the swing initially. The recently concluded T20I series between these two teams was played at this venue, and being a used up pitch, this could help the spinners in the later half of the innings. Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Match Broadcast Details The match between Sri Lanka and New Zealand will be telecasted live on the Sony Sports Network in India. The match will be streamed live on SonyLiv app and web as well. Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Head-to-Head Record in ODIs SL vs NZ– Head-to-Head Total Matches 102 Won by Sri Lanka 41 Won by New Zealand 52 Matches Tied 1 Matches With no Result 8 Playing 11 for SL vs NZ 1st ODI Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kusal Perera, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka (c), Janith Liyanage, Dunith Wellalage, Mahesh Theekshana, Asitha Fernando, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Dilshan Madushanka New Zealand: Will Young, Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, Henry Nicholls, Michael Bracewell, Mitch Hay (wk), Mitchell Santner (c), Ish Sodhi, Zakary Foulkes, Jacob Duffy, Adam Milne Must Picks for SL vs NZ 1st ODI Dream11 Team Top Wicket Keepers to Pick Kusal Mendis | WK | SL: The Sri Lankan wicket-keeper batter has scored 4034 runs in his 133 ODI innings. In his last ODI that he played against West Indies, Mendis scored an unbeaten 56 in just 22 balls. He has the ability to score quick runs which makes him a player to watch out for in this match. Top Batters to Pick Pathum Nissanka | BAT | SL: In 59 ODI innings, Nissanka has amassed 2382 runs at a strike rate of 89.92. His recent form has been decent as they batter has scored 157 runs in his last 4 innings. He also has double-ton to his name in this format which shows how reliable he is. Having him in your side will surely gain you some crucial fantasy points. Will Young | BAT | NZ: The right-handed batter averages 44.42 in this format as he has scored 1244 runs in 31 innings. Also, in his last 3 ODIs which he played in December, 2023, the batter had performed really well, scroing 220 runs which also included a century. He can be a great option for your fantasy side. Top All-Rounders to Pick Kamindu Mendis | AR | SL: The 26-year old all-rounder is a promising talent who has proved his worth in the red-ball cricket against the same team few months back. In ODIs, he has scored 231 runs and has picked up 2 wickets in 12 matches, and is expected to perform well in the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand. Mitchell Santner | AR | NZ: Santner is one of the premier all-rounders, not only of the New Zealand, but also in the moder day cricket. In 104 ODIs, he has bagged 107 wickets and has amassed 1355 runs. Keeping him out of your team would cost you some fantasy points. Top Bowlers to Pick Maheesh Theekshana | BOW | SL: The off-break bowler from Sri Lanka has played 44 ODIs in which he has picked up 60 wickets. In the last 3 matches played by him in this format, Theekshana has bagged 5 wickets. He is someone who can change the course of the game on his own and hence, he should make a cut in your fantasy team. Adam Milne | BOW | NZ: Milne was included in the squad after the injury of Lockie Ferguson. In his career, the right-arm pacer has picked up 57 wickets in 48 ODIs, 8 of which came in the last 5 matches. Captain Choice - Kamindu Mendis - Will Young Vice Captain Choice - Pathum Nissanka - Mitchell Santner Who Will Win Today's Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st ODI Match? Sri Lanka are more likely to win this match against New Zealand as they have a more balance side compared to the visitors. Moreover, they have a experienced side who knows how to utilise the home conditions. Hence, the hosts are favourite to win this match. Disclaimer This is a team that is created based on the author's knowledge, analysis, and judgment. While selecting your team, do take note of the points mentioned and make your own decision.