30 Dec, 15:28 (IST)

New Zealand once again managed to defend a 'chasable' total where Jacob Duffy played a vital role with four wickets and Matt Henry provided support with three wickets.  No batter scored a half-century in the match yet Mark Chapman and Tim Robinson's 40-odd score provided the Kiwis platform and Mitchell Bay's 41 runs in 19 balls put them in a 'winning' position. Kusal Perera looked comfortable at the centre but couldn't finish off the match. New Zealand now has 2-0 lead in the series.   

30 Dec, 15:21 (IST)

That It! A soft dismissal to finish the match and hand New Zealand a win in the 2nd T20I. Wickets in the middle affected the Sri Lankan run-chase who looked set for a comprehensive win. MAthisha Pathirana c Mitchell Hay b Matt Henry 0 (1)

30 Dec, 15:11 (IST)

It's Jacob Duffy Again with a two-wicket over picking up easy 'tail-enders' wickets for the Hosts. Sri Lanka needs 47 runs in 12 balls but doesn't have wickets in hand.  New Zealand closing on for another win in the series. 

30 Dec, 15:05 (IST)

Out! Captain departs trying to go big against a short ball. Charith Asalanka tried a pull shot against a shot ball but fielding was set for the same. Mark Chapman with another easy catch. Charith Asalanka c Mark Chapman b Mitchell Santner 20 (16)

30 Dec, 14:56 (IST)

Out! Kusal Parera departs close to his half-century with Jacob Duffy proving the 'game-changer' again. After Nissanka's wicket, the medium pacer dealt another big blow to the Sri Lankan run-chase as set batter Parera departed. Playing across the line, Parera missed the line of the ball, that went to his stumps. Kusal Parera b Jacob Duffy 48 (37)

30 Dec, 14:39 (IST)

Out! Sri Lanka losing wickets at crucial points instead of forming long partnerships. Kamindu Mendis looking to clear the boundary finds a fielder in the deep, who takes an easy catch. After Nissanka's wicket, Sri Lanka needed experienced players to guide them to victory. Kamindu Mendis c Mark Chapman b Michael Bracewell 7 (7)

30 Dec, 14:20 (IST)

Pathum Nissanka taking over the game once again and like in the previous match he is looking to dictate the proceedings. Batting on 34 the star has scored half of his team's runs but this time will love to finish the game in Sri Lanka's favour. 

30 Dec, 14:05 (IST)

OUT! A poor shot selection by Kusal Mendis and Sri Lanka lose their first wicket. New Zealand will be happy as skipper Mitchell Santner sends back Kusal Mendis on his very first delivery. This can bring Sri Lanka under pressure. Kusal Mendis c Daryl Mitchell b Mitchell Santner 10 (12)

30 Dec, 13:54 (IST)

Blackcaps have started off by imposing some pressure on Sri Lanka. This might play a big role going further. Sri Lanka have to avoid the early storm of New Zealand bowlers as they are looking to take some early wickets.

30 Dec, 13:33 (IST)

The hosts took Sri Lanka bowlers for a ride in the last few overs. This is a good total for New Zealand. Sri Lanka might struggle to chase this total if they lose early wickets. They will have to keep the run rate going from the start so that they can chase the target easily.

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New Zealand National Cricket Team vs Sri Lanka National Cricket Team Live Score Updates: Mitchell Santner-led New Zealand are leading the three-match T20I series 1-0 after winning the first T20I by eight runs over Sri Lanka. It was a close contest between the two sides by the Blackcaps stood tall in the end with their exceptional bowling effort. Although, Pathum Nissanka helped Sri Lanka to stay alive in the match. Matt Henry had other things in mind and he sent back Pathum Nissanka for 90 which automatically made Sri Lanka very uncomfortable during the death overs. New Zealand vs Sri Lanka Free Live Streaming Online, 2nd T20I 2024: How To Watch NZ vs SL Cricket Match Live Telecast on TV?

It was not an impossible task to chase 173 runs on that sort of pitch but New Zealand bowlers did an excellent job. Coming into the 2nd T20I 2024, New Zealand will be keen on sealing the series win after winning the second match of the series. Sri Lanka will be looking for a comeback if they want to stay alive in the series. Sri Lanka are a strong side and they can manage a comeback only if they do not make any mistakes.

It will be tough to defeat New Zealand on their home soil but in the Twenty-20 format, the teams can change the pace as per their needs and it is surely going to be an intense encounter between New Zealand and the visitors Sri Lanka. New Zealand will be coming in confident, but the same cannot be said for the Sri Lankan side as it is going to be an important contest for them. NZ vs SL 1st T20I 2024: Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell, and Jacob Duffy Star For Hosts As New Zealand Beat Sri Lanka by Eight Runs.

Squads

New Zealand Squad: Mitchell Santner (C), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Jacob Duffy, Zak Foulkes, Mitch Hay, Matt Henry, Bevon Jacobs, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Robinson, Nathan Smith.

Sri Lanka Squad: Charith Asalanka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera, Kusal Mendis, Avishka Fernando, Dinesh Chandimal. Kamindu Mendis, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Wanindu Hasaranga, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Matheesha Pathirana, Jeffrey Vandersay, Nuwan Thushara, Asitha Fernando, Binura Fernando, Maheesh Theekshana.