SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction 2nd Test: Playing XI, Pitch Report and Fantasy Cricket Tips

Sri Lanka head into the second Test against New Zealand at the Galle International Stadium with confidence riding high after a comprehensive victory in the first Test. The hosts showcased their strength at home, where they have traditionally been dominant. Kamindu Mendis emerged as the star, playing a pivotal role in the first innings, while the experienced batsmen took charge in the second. The bowlers, predictably effective on a spinning track, ensured that Sri Lanka clinched a crucial win and secured valuable World Test Championship (WTC) points to keep their hopes for the final alive.

New Zealand, known for their resilience, will look to bounce back in the second Test. The visitors have a tough challenge ahead, especially against a team that thrives on home conditions. Their batting lineup struggled against Sri Lanka’s spinners in the first Test, and they’ll need significant contributions from key players like Kane Williamson and Tom Latham if they are to counter the spin threat and level the series. Their bowlers, led by Tim Southee and Matt Henry, will also need to find a way to exploit the conditions more effectively if they hope to put pressure on the Sri Lankan batsmen.

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Galle Stadium Pitch Report

Galle promises to be the stage for another spin-dominated battle. The pitch is expected to offer plenty of assistance to the spinners from day one, making it crucial for both teams to capitalize on their first innings. For Sri Lanka, another win would not only seal the series but also significantly boost their WTC standings. For New Zealand, it’s an opportunity to show their resilience and fight back. Fans can expect an intriguing contest as both teams strive for victory in what could be a decisive match in the series.

Sri Lanka Playing XI

Dimuth Karunaratne, Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Dinesh Chandimal, Angelo Mathews, Dhananjaya de Silva (c), Kamindu Mendis, Ramesh Mendis, Prabath Jayasuriya, Lahiru Kumara, Asitha Fernando

SL Test Squad

Dhananjaya de Silva (c), Dimuth Karunaratne, Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Angelo Mathews, Dinesh Chandimal, Kamindu Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Oshada Fernando, Asitha Fernando, Vishwa Fernando, Lahiru Kumara, Prabath Jayasuriya, Ramesh Mendis, Jeffrey Vandersay, Milan Rathnayake

New Zealand Playing XI

Tom Latham, Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Blundell (wk), Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee (c), Ajaz Patel, William ORourke

NZ Test Squad

Tim Southee (c), Tom Latham (vc), Tom Blundell (wk), Michael Bracewell, Devon Conway (wk), Matt Henry, Daryl Mitchell, William O’Rourke, Ajaz Patel, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner, Ben Sears, Kane Williamson, Will Young.