Sri Lanka have been on a steady rise since Sanath Jayasuriya and Charith Asalanka took over as coach and captain. Their recent successes, including series wins against India (2-0) and West Indies (2-1) at home, make them a formidable side, especially in familiar conditions. They’re now set to face New Zealand, aiming to build on this momentum with more strong performances.
As the ODI series kicks off in Dambulla, the weather looks cloudy with possible rain interruptions. New Zealand, with a new look and led by Mitch Santner, faces a challenge in subcontinental conditions without several key players, including injured pacer Lockie Ferguson.
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