New Zealand and Sri Lanka women’s cricket teams are set to clash in the second One Day International (ODI) of their three-match series on Friday, March 7, at Saxton Oval, Nelson. This match comes after the series opener was washed out due to rain, leaving both teams eager to secure a lead in the series.
Series Overview and Weather Impact
The three-match ODI series between New Zealand and Sri Lanka is part of Sri Lanka’s tour of New Zealand. The first ODI, scheduled earlier, ended without a result due to persistent rain. With two matches remaining, both teams will be looking to make an impact and gain momentum before the T20 series that follows.
Match Details and Venue Information
Fixture: 2nd ODI – New Zealand Women vs Sri Lanka Women
Date: March 7, 2025
Venue: Saxton Oval, Nelson
Match Type: Day Match
Captain (New Zealand): Suzie Bates
Captain (Sri Lanka): Chamari Athapaththu
Following the second ODI, the third and final match of the series will also take place at Saxton Oval on March 9.
Match Format and Team Expectations
The first match of the series was a Day/Night fixture, but the remaining two ODIs will be played as day matches. New Zealand, led by experienced batter Suzie Bates, will be looking to capitalize on home conditions. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka, under the leadership of the dynamic Chamari Athapaththu, aims to make a strong statement after missing the opportunity to compete in the opening match.
Upcoming T20 Series in South Africa
Once the ODI series concludes, Sri Lanka’s women’s team will travel to South Africa for a three-match T20I series against New Zealand, hosted at different venues:
1st T20: March 14 – Hagley Oval, Centurion
2nd T20: March 16 – Hagley Oval, Centurion
3rd T20: March 18 – University Oval, Dunedin
Key Takeaways
The second ODI is a crucial match as both teams seek their first win in the series.
Weather permitting, this match will set the stage for an exciting finish in the ODI series.
Sri Lanka’s tour continues with a T20 series in South Africa, adding further excitement to their international campaign.
Stay tuned for match updates, team news, and live scores as New Zealand and Sri Lanka battle it out on the field!
