T20 World Cup 2022: Match 27, NZ vs SL Match Prediction – Who will win today’s T20 World Cup match between NZ vs SL?

New Zealand and Sri Lanka are all set to take on each other in Match 27 of the T20 World Cup 2022 at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The Sri Lankan side has had contrasting results so far after starting with a comfortable win against Ireland and then losing the plot against the hosts Australia in their previous game. With two points in two games, Sri Lanka are in the third positon in the points table and they will need to win the upcoming encounter to stay in the contest.

New Zealand, meanwhile, started the tournament with a bang after outclassing Australia in their opening encounter. However, the game against Afghanistan was washed out. Despite that, they are currently at the top of the points table with three points in two games. The Blackcaps have an excellent net run-rate and all they will have to do is to keep winning. 

Match Details

New Zealand vs Sri Lanka, Match 27, T20 World Cup 2022

Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground

Date and Time: October 29, 1:30 PM IST

Telecast & Live Streaming: Star Sports Network

Pitch Report

The SCG has been a batting paradise so far and it has been tough for the fast bowlers who haven't had much assistance from the wicket. The spinners do get a bit of a turn if they can flight the deliveries and the skipper winning the toss will be looking to bat first. 

Probable Playing XIs for NZ vs SL

New Zealand:

Devon Conway (wk), Finn Allen, Kane Williamson (c), Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee, Ish Sodhi, Lockie Ferguson, Trent Boult

Sri Lanka:

Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Dhananjaya de Silva, Charith Asalanka, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Dasun Shanaka (c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Chamika Karunaratne, Maheesh Theekshana, Pramod Madushan, Lahiru Kumara

Probable Top Performers from NZ vs SL

Probable best batter: Finn Allen

Finn Allen has been in sublime form with the bat and he has managed to keep the veteran batter Martin Guptill on the bench with some remarkable performances. The right-hander scored a 16-ball 42 against a high quality Australian pace attack and setup the impetus for a big total to be posted. He will be a player to watch out for in the upcoming fixture. 

Probable best bowler: Trent Boult

Trent Boult cleaned up the tail against Australia with two impressive wickets and was quite good with the new ball too. The left-arm seamer can trouble the best of batters around the world and is a tough bowler to face especially when he is on song. He can nail the yorkers in the final overs and will be looking to add some more wickets to his column in the upcoming fixture.

Today’s Match Prediction: New Zealand to win the match

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Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.