Sri Lanka Edges New Zealand in Nail-Biting T20 Finale; Kiwis Take Series 2-1


Sri Lanka Edges New Zealand in Nail-Biting T20 Finale; Kiwis Take Series 2-1



 


In a high-octane finish to the T20I series, Sri Lanka secured a narrow 7-run win over New Zealand in the third and final match at Saxton Oval in Nelson on January 2, 2025. Despite this victory, New Zealand clinched the series with a 2-1 margin.

Perera's Explosive Century Sets the Tone

Opting to bat first, Sri Lanka posted an imposing total of 218 for 5, largely due to Kusal Perera's blistering 101 off 46 balls. Perera's innings was a masterclass in aggressive batting, featuring a flurry of boundaries that kept the New Zealand bowlers under constant pressure.

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New Zealand's Valiant Chase Falls Short

In response, New Zealand's chase was spearheaded by Rachin Ravindra, who scored a commendable 69 runs. The hosts appeared on track to overhaul the target, but a series of quick wickets in the latter stages derailed their momentum. Daryl Mitchell's attempt to revive the innings with four consecutive sixes was thwarted when he was dismissed in the 17th over. Ultimately, New Zealand finished at 211 for 7, falling just short of the target.

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Series Outcome and Upcoming Fixtures

While Sri Lanka's win provided a morale boost, New Zealand secured the series with earlier victories in the first two matches. Both teams will now shift focus to the upcoming three-match ODI series, set to commence on Sunday in Wellington.

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Location: India

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