ODI World Cup 2023: New Zealand vs Sri Lanka predicted XI, Weather, Pitch, Dream11, Fantasy Tips

With one semi-final stop left to be filled, the situation is dire for New Zealand to get the win at any cost. Sri Lanka could partially end New Zealand's contention, however, for that, they have to bring in their A-game. Thus, with all to look forward to let's take figure out a chance to get something out of the match.

3 things you need to know

• New Zealand vs Sri Lanka to take place on November 9, 2023
• The match will take place at 2 PM IST
• Upon winning the match, New Zealand could almost finalise semi-final berth

Ahead of the start of the New Zealand vs Sri Lanka match of the ICC ODI World Cup 2023, let's take a look at the Dream11 of the contest and the probable playing XIs.

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NZ vs SL: Dream11

• Wicket-keepers: Devon Conway, Kusal Mendis, S Samarawickrama
• Batters: Kane Williamson, D Mitchell, Pathum Nissanka
• All-rounders: Mitchell Santner, Glenn Philips, Rachin Ravindra, Angelo Mathews
• Bowler: D Madushanka

NZ vs SL: Fantasy picks

• Rachin Ravinder's emergence as a batter has been one of the major stories of the World Cup. He is one of the leading run-scorers and would look to score his 4th ton of the tournament. He must be a part of the Dream11
• Kane Williamson is also hungry to score more runs, moreover, as the stage is dire his team needs him to lead from the front. He could be a fantasy pick as well
• Considering all the row, Angelo Mathews might have a fun day with the bat. He could come as an impact player and must find a place in the Dream11 

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NZ vs SL: Weather Report

The forecast for Thursday is not encouraging. There are 80 percent chance of rain. The maximum temperature will be 27°C with a wind speed of 16 km/h and a humidity level of 68 per cent.

NZ vs SL: Pitch Report

The pitch in Bengaluru is a dream surface for batters. New Zealand posted a 401 on this pitch against Pakistan, and the Men in Green won that game. Thus, bowlers will be looking for covers because, with short boundaries, this is expected to be another high-scoring clash.

NZ vs SL: Probable XIs

• New Zealand: Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson (c), Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (wk), Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Mitchell Santner, Ish Sodhi, Tim Southee, Trent Boult
• Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera, Kusal Mendis (c & wk), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Angelo Mathews, Dhananjaya de Silva, Mahesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Kasun Rajitha, Dilshan Madushanka

NZ vs SL: Head-to-Head

Both teams have played a total of 101 ODI games. New Zealand are ahead with 51 wins, and Sri Lanka have won 44 matches. Eight games have ended without a result, and one game ended in a tie.