Predicting New Zealand’s Playing XI for their 2nd T20I vs Sri Lanka

The hosts, New Zealand, are all set to turn their fortunes against Sri Lanka in the second T20I of the three-match series, slated to take place on December 30 at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui. Mitchell Santner and his men have won the series-opening game by eight runs and will be looking to seal the series in this game, with a match to spare.

The Black Caps have showcased their best form in the series-opening game, and they will be looking to maintain their dominating form heading into this game to grab the series. In the same vein, here is the probable playing XI of New Zealand against Sri Lanka ahead of the second T20I game.

Openers: Tim Robinson, Rachin Ravindra

The two-star batters will be looking to give a great start to the hosts in this game after failing to mark the impact in the series opening encounter. Ravindra has been in great form, especially on his home turf, and he can fire the ball as well in this game. Ravindra is one of the exceptional talents to watch out for in this game.

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Batters: Mark Chapman, Mitchell Hay

Star batter Mark Chapman is the match-winner and played a crucial role in the middle orders of the game in T20Is. Wicketkeeper batter Mitchell Hay can be a game changer too for the hosts in this game.

All-rounders: Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner

Glenn Phillips is one of the players to watch out for from the host’s camp. The star all-rounder will be looking to give a great performance in this game. Phillips can bat in the lower middle order of the game and can pose a big threat to the visitor’s batting unit. Santner is the game-changer and can pose a big threat to the Islanders with his bowling and batting performances. Daryl Mitchell hammered 62 off 42 balls, featuring four boundaries and two sixes, and played a crucial role in guiding his side to win the series-opening game.

Bowlers: Zakary Foulkes, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy

Matt Henry has been the best bowler from the hosts camp, showcasing his form in all three formats of the game. He can single-handedly crush Sri Lanka’s batting unit. Jacob Duffy and Zakary Foulkes can crush the batting unit of the visitor’s side in this game.

Disclaimer: This exclusive news is based on the author’s insights, analysis, and intuition. While reviewing this information, consider the points discussed and form your own conclusions.