New Zealand’ Bowling Precision Dismantles Lankan Lineup
In a display of sheer dominance in New Zealand vs Sri Lanka, New Zealand’s bowling attack, led by the experienced Trent Boult, dismantled the Sri Lankan batting order. Boult’s milestone of 50 World Cup wickets set the tone for the match, as Sri Lanka struggled to build momentum, culminating in a total that was easily within reach for the New Zealand.
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— ICC Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) November 9, 2023
Conway and Ravindra’s Opening Stand Sets the Stage
The Kiwi openers, Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra, laid a solid foundation for the chase. They exhibited a masterclass in measured aggression. Their partnership highlighted the gulf in class, propelling New Zealand towards the target with confidence and ease.
New Zealand’s Middle Order Ensures Smooth Sail
Following the departure of the openers, the middle order, particularly Daryll Mitchell, took the reins, maintaining the run flow. Their unflinching approach underlined New Zealand’s depth in batting, turning what could have been a tricky chase into a walkover.
Sri Lanka’s Fading Hopes for Champions Trophy Qualification
Sri Lanka’s performance was a tale of what could have been, marked by early dismissals. A lack of substantial partnerships left them vulnerable. This loss has significant implications for their aspirations for future tournaments, placing them in a precarious position.
New Zealand vs Sri Lanka Conclusion
New Zealand’s comprehensive victory over Sri Lanka has virtually guaranteed them a spot. This five-wicket win comes as a significant step towards the World Cup 2023 semi-finals. The Kiwis, who have had a rollercoaster tournament, showed class and composure, reminiscent of their 2019 campaign. Sri Lanka is left to reflect on a campaign that now hangs in the balance as they prepare to potentially face India in the semis. Their road to the Champions Trophy 2025 is looking increasingly challenging.
Sri Lanka Batting Scorecard
| Batsman | Dismissal | R | B | M | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathum Nissanka | c †Latham b Southee | 2 | 8 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 25.00 |
| Kusal Perera | c Santner b Ferguson | 51 | 28 | 46 | 9 | 2 | 182.14 |
| Kusal Mendis (c)†| c Ravindra b Boult | 6 | 7 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 85.71 |
| Sadeera Samarawickrama | c Mitchell b Boult | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Charith Asalanka | lbw b Boult | 8 | 8 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Angelo Mathews | c Mitchell b Santner | 16 | 27 | 33 | 2 | 0 | 59.25 |
| Dhananjaya de Silva | c Mitchell b Santner | 19 | 24 | 36 | 2 | 1 | 79.16 |
| Chamika Karunaratne | c †Latham b Ferguson | 6 | 17 | 28 | 1 | 0 | 35.29 |
| Maheesh Theekshana | not out | 38 | 91 | 109 | 3 | 0 | 41.75 |
| Dushmantha Chameera | c Boult b Ravindra | 1 | 20 | 32 | 0 | 0 | 5.00 |
| Dilshan Madushanka | c †Latham b Ravindra | 19 | 48 | 56 | 2 | 0 | 39.58 |
| Extras (lb 1, w 3) | 4 | ||||||
| Total | 46.4 Ov (RR: 3.66) | 171 |
Sri Lanka Bowling Scorecard
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | ECON | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trent Boult | 10 | 3 | 37 | 3 | 3.70 | 45 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Tim Southee | 8 | 0 | 52 | 1 | 6.50 | 29 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Lockie Ferguson | 10 | 2 | 35 | 2 | 3.50 | 43 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mitchell Santner | 10 | 2 | 22 | 2 | 2.20 | 45 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rachin Ravindra | 7.4 | 0 | 21 | 2 | 2.73 | 28 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Glenn Phillips | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3.00 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
New Zealand Batting Scorecard
| Batsman | Dismissal | R | B | M | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devon Conway | c de Silva b Chameera | 45 | 42 | 54 | 9 | 0 | 107.14 |
| Rachin Ravindra | c de Silva b Theekshana | 42 | 34 | 61 | 3 | 3 | 123.52 |
| Kane Williamson | b Mathews | 14 | 15 | 26 | 2 | 0 | 93.33 |
| Daryl Mitchell | c Asalanka b Mathews | 43 | 31 | 45 | 5 | 2 | 138.70 |
| Mark Chapman | run out (Samarawickrama/Mathews) | 7 | 6 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 116.66 |
| Glenn Phillips | not out | 17 | 10 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 170.00 |
| Tom Latham †| not out | 2 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Extras (w 2) | 2 | ||||||
| Total | 23.2 Ov (RR: 7.37) | 172 |
New Zealand Bowling Scorecard
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | ECON | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dilshan Madushanka | 6.2 | 0 | 58 | 0 | 9.15 | 16 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Maheesh Theekshana | 7 | 0 | 43 | 1 | 6.14 | 24 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Dhananjaya de Silva | 2 | 0 | 22 | 0 | 11.00 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Dushmantha Chameera | 4 | 1 | 20 | 1 | 5.00 | 17 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Angelo Mathews | 4 | 0 | 29 | 2 | 7.25 | 10 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
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