New Zealand vs Sri Lanka 1st T20I 2024-25 Highlights
Watch New Zealand vs Sri Lanka 1st T20I 2024-25 Highlights New Zealand secured a narrow 8-run victory over Sri Lanka in a thrilling first T20I at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Despite a stunning knock by Pathum Nissanka, Sri Lanka faltered in their chase as Jacob Duffy's match-winning over turned the game in New Zealand's favor.
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Match Summary
New Zealand Innings:
New Zealand posted 172/8 in their 20 overs, thanks to a record-breaking sixth-wicket partnership.
- Daryl Mitchell: Scored a brilliant 62 off 42 balls (4 fours, 2 sixes) with a strike rate of 147.61.
- Michael Bracewell: Blasted 59 off 33 balls (4 fours, 4 sixes) at a strike rate of 178.78, anchoring the innings after early trouble.
- Mark Chapman: Added a quick 15 off 13 balls.
Sri Lanka’s Best Bowlers:
- Binura Fernando: 2/29 in 4 overs.
- Maheesh Theekshana: 2/36 in 4 overs.
- Wanindu Hasaranga: 2/39 in 4 overs.
Sri Lanka Innings:
Chasing 173, Sri Lanka fell short, managing 164/8 in their 20 overs.
- Pathum Nissanka: Played a sensational knock of 90 off 60 balls (7 fours, 3 sixes) but fell 10 runs short of a century.
- Kusal Mendis: Supported well with 46 off 36 balls (6 fours, 1 six).
- A middle-order collapse saw Sri Lanka lose momentum despite a record opening partnership.
New Zealand’s Best Bowlers:
- Jacob Duffy: 3/21 in 4 overs, including a game-changing over with three wickets.
- Matt Henry: 2/24 in 4 overs.
- Zakary Foulkes: 2/34 in 4 overs.
Key Moments & Stats
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Record Partnerships:
- New Zealand: Daryl Mitchell and Michael Bracewell's 105-run stand for the sixth wicket was the highest in New Zealand's T20I history for this wicket.
- Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis put together 121 runs, the highest opening stand for Sri Lanka against New Zealand in T20Is.
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Jacob Duffy’s Heroics:
- Duffy's three wickets in one over derailed Sri Lanka’s chase, earning him the Player of the Match award.
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Pathum Nissanka’s Career-Best Knock:
- His 90 off 60 balls is his highest T20I score and showcased his potential as a match-winner.
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Sri Lanka’s Collapse:
- From a strong 121/0, Sri Lanka lost 8 wickets for just 43 runs, highlighting New Zealand's brilliant death bowling.
Player of the Match
Jacob Duffy
- Outstanding figures of 3/21 in 4 overs, including a pivotal over that turned the match in New Zealand's favor.
New Zealand’s collective team effort and Jacob Duffy’s brilliance with the ball outshone Pathum Nissanka’s remarkable innings, setting up an exciting series ahead.
