Here is is the timeline of key moments & scorecard from the first T20 international between New Zealand Men’s national cricket team and Sri Lanka national cricket team which was held in Mount Maunganui on December 28, 2024.
New Zealand beat Sri Lanka in a thriller by 8 runs.
New Zealand Men’s national cricket team vs Sri Lanka national cricket team Timeline
Sri Lanka win the toss and elect to field first.
New Zealand slump to 65/5 before a fine sixth wicket stand between Daryl Mitchell (62) & Michael Bracewell (59) rescues them.
The Black Caps eventually finish at 172/8 in their allotted 20 overs.
Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis share an opening stand of 121.
Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry & Zakary Foulkes run through the middle and lower order and claim 7 wickets between them.
Sri Lanka fall short and finish at 164/8 in their 20 overs.
New Zealand win by 11 runs.
Player of the match- Jacob Duffy.
New Zealand scorecard vs Sri Lanka first T20I
Sri Lanka chasing scorecard vs New Zealand first T20I
