New Zealand and Sri Lanka face off in the second T20I of the series at Bay Oval on December 30. Sri Lanka seeks to recover after a narrow eight-run defeat in the first match. Despite reducing New Zealand to 65/5 early, a crucial 105-run stand by Daryl Mitchell and Michael Bracewell lifted the hosts to 172/8. Sri Lanka’s openers Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis responded with a strong 121-run partnership, but a middle-order collapse cost them the game. Captain Charith Asalanka and coach Sanath Jayasuriya aim to capitalize on opportunities and level the series in this high-stakes clash.
Weather forecast for New Zealand vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I
The weather forecast for the 2nd T20I between New Zealand and Sri Lanka at Bay Oval predicts mixed conditions. Temperatures will be around 26°C, with a RealFeel® of 28°C. Spotty showers are expected in the morning, but conditions should improve as the day goes on, with cloud cover clearing to reveal some sunshine. Winds will be moderate, blowing from the west at 17 km/h, with gusts reaching up to 50 km/h. There is a 60% chance of rain, with showers likely to occur for about an hour. The chance of thunderstorms is low at 12%, but brief interruptions could occur due to rain.
| Temperature | 26°C (RealFeel® of 28°C) |
| Wind Speed | W 17 km/h |
| Probability of Rain and Thunderstorms | 60% and 12% |
| Cloud Cover | 31% |
Squad
New Zealand: Mitchell Santner, Glenn Phillips, Tim Robinson, Mark Chapman, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy, Nathan Smith, Bevon Jacobs, Michael Bracewell, Zak Foulkes, Mitch Hay, Matt Henry.
Sri Lanka: Charith Asalanka, Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara, Asitha Fernando, Jeffrey Vandersay, Kamindu Mendis, Avishka Fernando, Dinesh Chandimal.
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