Sat Nov 09 07:04:49 UTC 2024: ## New Zealand Favourites to Win T20 Series Against Sri Lanka

**Dambulla, Sri Lanka:** The New Zealand cricket team is set to face Sri Lanka in a three-match T20 series, starting on [date] at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium. The Kiwis enter the series on the back of a successful Test tour of India, while Sri Lanka will be looking to build on their recent 2-1 T20 series win against the West Indies.

New Zealand has a strong head-to-head record against Sri Lanka in T20s, winning 6 out of their last 8 encounters. Key players for New Zealand include experienced all-rounder **Mitchell Santner** and batsmen **Glenn Phillips** and **Will Young**, all of whom were part of the successful Test squad.

Sri Lanka will be hoping for a strong performance from their captain **Charith Asalanka**, along with the likes of **Pathum Nissanka**, **Kusal Perera**, and **Wanindu Hasaranga**.

**Key Players:**

**New Zealand:**

* **Batsmen:** Glenn Phillips, Pathum Nissanka, Charith Asalanka, Will Young
* **All-rounders:** Mitchell Santner, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunuith Wellalage
* **Bowlers:** Lockie Ferguson, Mahesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana

**Sri Lanka:**

* **Batsmen:** Glenn Phillips, Pathum Nissanka, Charith Asalanka
* **All-rounders:** Mitchell Santner, Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunuth Wellalage
* **Bowlers:** Lockie Ferguson, Mahesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana

The series promises to be a closely fought contest, with both teams boasting strong batting lineups and experienced bowlers. However, New Zealand’s recent form and head-to-head dominance suggest they are the favorites to win the series.

**Stay tuned for all the latest updates and fantasy tips on the upcoming series.**

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