New Zealand’s Mark Chapman attacks during the second T20 cricket international against Sri Lanka at Mt Maunganui, 30 December, 2024. Photo: PHOTOSPORT
The Black Caps will need to chase down an imposing 218 runs posted by Sri Lanka in their innings in their third T20 match.
NZ are looking to make it three from three and a winning start to the New Year against Sri Lanka, as they come off a commanding couple of wins at Bay Oval, but will have to overcome Sri Lanka’s 218/5.
A moment of silence was held with players and police officers before the match following the death of long-serving Nelson police officer Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming.
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The Black Caps have clinched the T20 cricket series against Sri Lanka with a game to spare.
Australian cricket star Ellyse Perry will play for the Wellington Blaze in the Super Smash T20 competition.
The Black Caps have clinched the T20 series with a game to spare, after successfully defending their tally of 186 runs at Mt Maunganui’s Bay Oval.
Australia took an incredible seven wickets after tea on day five to win the fourth test against India by 184 runs and take a 2-1 series lead into the final match in Sydney.
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