ODI World Cup 2023: New Zealand vs Sri Lanka Weather Forecast and Pitch Report of M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

New Zealand (NZ) are all set to face Sri Lanka (SL) in the 41st match of the ICC World Cup 2023. While Sri Lanka are already out of the semi-final race, they now have a chance to upset New Zealand's semi-final aspirations. Currently sitting in fourth place on the points table, New Zealand is in a precarious position with other teams breathing down their necks. Sri Lanka can play spoiler to the Kiwis' hopes.

New Zealand enters this match on the heels of a defeat to Pakistan, marking their fourth consecutive loss following a streak of four victories. Their defeats came at the hands of India, Australia, South Africa, and Pakistan in succession. Despite this tough spell, they cling to the fourth spot on the table. 

Looking at the weather outlook, the upcoming week anticipates persistent rain, which could have an impact on the match scheduled for Thursday. The day forecasts a 90 percent likelihood of rain, with the afternoon veering towards cloudiness and a chance of rain. As evening approaches, conditions are expected to be overcast with a 40 percent probability of rain. Consequently, rain may play a pivotal role in this match, potentially leading to a result determined by the DLS method.

Batter friendly pitch with rain insisting to chase

Red soil wickets traditionally favour pacers before spinners make their presence felt as the game unfolds. However, some venues with such wickets have also provided a haven for batters, and M Chinnaswamy Stadium is a prime example. In this ODI World Cup, the win-share between teams batting first and chasing has been fairly balanced here. Yet, given the looming rain and its potential impact, captains might lean towards opting to chase in this crucial encounter.

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