Wed Nov 13 09:01:07 UTC 2024: ## Sri Lanka Wins Toss, Elects to Bat First Against New Zealand in First ODI
**Dambulla, Sri Lanka:** The first One Day International (ODI) between Sri Lanka and New Zealand is underway at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium. Sri Lanka, led by captain Charith Asalanka, won the toss and opted to bat first.
The match marks the beginning of a three-match ODI series, following a thrilling T20I series which saw New Zealand clinch victory. However, the Kiwis will be without star pacer Lockie Ferguson who was ruled out with a calf injury. Adam Milne has been called up to replace him.
Sri Lanka will be relying on their strong spin bowling attack to challenge the New Zealand batting lineup. The Sri Lankan team boasts a number of experienced players, including Kusal Mendis and Maheesh Theekshana.
New Zealand, under the captaincy of Mitchell Santner, will be hoping to bounce back from the T20I series defeat. Their squad features a mix of experienced players like Henry Nicholls and Ish Sodhi, as well as emerging talents like Tim Robinson and Jacob Duffy.
This match promises to be a thrilling encounter, as both teams battle for victory in the first ODI of the series.
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