South Africa vs Sri Lanka, 2nd Test Day 3, Live Updates: Sri Lanka will be resuming the third day of the ongoing second Test against South Africa from 242/3 in Gqeberha. Earlier, Pathum Nissanka made 89 to lead a strong Sri Lankan batting effort on the second day of the second Test. Opening batsman Nissanka seemed set for his third Test century before he charged down the wicket against left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj, missed an attempted big hit and was bowled. Until then, Nissanka’s only blemish was a missed chance to David Bedingham at first slip off Kagiso Rabada when the batsman had 22. Nissanka faced 157 balls and hit 11 fours and a six. (Live Scorecard)

Pathum Nissanka made 89 to lead a strong Sri Lankan batting effort on the second day of the second Test against South Africa at St George’s Park on Friday. Sri Lanka were 242 for three at the close in reply to South Africa’s first innings of 358. Opening batsman Nissanka seemed set for his third Test century before he charged down the wicket against left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj, missed an attempted big hit and was bowled. Until then, Nissanka’s only blemish was a missed chance to David Bedingham at first slip off Kagiso Rabada when the batsman had 22. Nissanka faced 157 balls and hit 11 fours and a six.

Nissanka shared stands of 41 with Dimuth Karunaratne (20), 109 with Dinesh Chandimal (44) and 49 with Angelo Mathews, who finished the day on 40 not out.

Kamindu Mendis joined Mathews after Nissanka was dismissed and batted brightly to make 30 not out in an unbeaten partnership of 43.

South Africa earlier added 89 for the loss of their last three wickets after resuming on 269 for seven. Wicketkeeper-batsman Kyle Verreynne needed just 49 balls to go from his overnight 48 not out to 105 not out. 

Verreynne and Kagiso Rabada (23) put on 56 for the ninth wicket and last man Dane Paterson (9) helped Verreynne add 33 before he was last man out, caught off an attempted slog against Lahiru Kumara.

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 2nd ODI Live Streaming: Sri Lanka will be squaring off against New Zealand in the second ODI of the three-match series on Sunday in Pallekele. The hosts have taken 1-0 lead in the series after clinching a 45-run victory against the Kiwis in the first match on Wednesday. New Zealand will now aim to put their best, in order to level the series. Kusal Mendis struck a career-best 143 and Avishka Fernano hit 100 as Sri Lanka posted a commanding 324-5 in 49.2 overs before rain stopped play.

New Zealand, chasing a revised target of 221 off 27 overs, were restricted to 175-9 in the day-night game played at Dambulla.

When will the Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 2nd ODI match be played?

The Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 2nd ODI match will be played on Sunday, November 17.

Where will the Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 2nd ODI match be played?

The Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 2nd ODI match will be played at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele.

What time will the Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 2nd ODI match start?

The Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 2nd ODI match will start at 02:30 PM IST. The toss will take place at 02:00 PM IST.

Which TV channels will telecast the Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 2nd ODI match?

The Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 2nd ODI match will be telecast on the Sony Sports Network channel.

Where to follow the live streaming of Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 2nd ODI?

The Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 2nd ODI will be streamed live on the SonyLiv app and website alongside FanCode app and website.

(All the details are as per the information provided by the broadcaster)

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Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st ODI, Live Updates: Sri Lanka are all set to face New Zealand in the first ODI of the three-match series in Dambulla on Wednesday. The Kiwis will be without the services of their star pacer Lockie Ferguson as he got ruled out due to a leg injury. He has been replaced by Adam Milne. On the other hand, Sri Lanka have their own injury concerns, with leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga ruled out due to a hamstring strain. Dushan Hemantha has been drafted in, but Jeffrey Vandersay is expected to take the lead role. (Live Scorecard)

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st ODI Live Streaming: Sri Lanka will be squaring off against New Zealand in the first ODI of the three-match series on Wednesday in Dambulla. The two-match T20I series between the two teams ended in a 1-1 draw with the visitors winning the second match by five runs. Kiwi pacer Lockie Ferguson has been ruled out due to a leg injury and has been replaced by Adam Milne. New Zealand are being led by veteran spinner Mitchell Santner.

On the other hand, Sri Lanka have their own injury woes, with leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga ruled out due to a hamstring strain. Dushan Hemantha has been drafted in, but Jeffrey Vandersay is expected to take the lead role.

When will the Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st ODI match be played?

The Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st ODI match will be played on Wednesday, November 13.

Where will the Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st ODI match be played?

The Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st ODI match will be played at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla.

What time will the Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st ODI match start?

The Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st ODI match will start at 02:30 PM IST. The toss will take place at 02:00 PM IST.

Which TV channels will telecast the Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st ODI match?

The Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st ODI match will be telecast on the Sony Sports Network channel.

Where to follow the live streaming of Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st ODI?

The Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st ODI will be streamed live on the SonyLiv app and website alongside FanCode app and website.

(All the details are as per the information provided by the broadcaster)

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Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st T20I Live Updates: Sri Lanka face New Zealand in a two-match T20I series at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, starting Saturday. For the games, Sri Lanka have retained the same squad they had for the series against West Indies, which they won 2-1. This will be the first meeting between Sri Lanka and New Zealand since the former team’s 2-0 victory over the Kiwis in Test series. This time, however, the shift to white-ball cricket will bring different challenges and opportunities as both teams adjust to the shorter formats. (Live Scorecard)

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st Test Day 2, Live Updates: Sri Lanka will be resuming their proceedings from 302/7 on Day 2 of the ongoing first Test against New Zealand in Galle. At Stumps on Day 1, Prabath Jayasuriya and Ramesh Mendis remained unbeaten at the crease. Earlier, Sri Lanka had slumped to 106 for four just after lunch but Kamindu provided a confident and calm performance, stitching a 103-run stand with Kusal Mendis. New Zealand fast bowler William O’Rourke had earlier rattled Sri Lanka’s top order, taking two wickets as the hosts reached 88 at lunch. (Live Scorecard)

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st Test Day 1, Live Updates: Sri Lanka will be squaring off against New Zealand in the first Test of the two-match series from Wednesday at the Galle International Stadium, Galle. After facing a 1-2 defeat against England in a three-match Test series, Dhananjaya de Silva and co eye redemption against the Kiwis. On the other hand, New Zealand will be coming to this clash after being a part of the abandoned one-off Test against Afghanistan in India. The match had to be called-off due to rain. (Live Scorecard)

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st Test, Live Streaming: Sri Lanka will be taking on New Zealand in the first Test of the two-match series, starting from Wednesday in Galle. The Dhananjaya de Silva-led side will be coming to this clash after acing a 1-2 defeat in a recently-concluded three-match Test series against England. New Zealand, on the other hand, arrived in India few days back to play their one-off Test against Afghanistan. However, the match got abandoned without a ball being bowled as for the first two days, the groundstaff at the Greater Noida stadium failed to make the ground match ready due to wet outfield. Later, the heavy rain resulted in the match getting cancelled.

This will be a crucial series for both the sides as they are fighting for a spot in the World Test Championship (WTC) final, which will be played in June 2025 at the Lord’s.

When will the Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st Test match be played?

The Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st Test match will be played on September 18, 2024.

Where will the Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st Test match be played?

The Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st Test match will be played at Galle International Stadium, Galle.

What time will the Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st Test match start?

The Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st Test match will start at 10:00 PM IST.

Which TV channels will live telecast the Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st Test match?

The Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st Test match will be telecast live in Sony Sports network TV channels.

Where to follow the live streaming of the Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st Test match?

The Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st Test match will be live streamed on the SonyLIV app and website in India and also on FanCode app and website.

(All details are as per information provided by the broadcaster)