NZ vs SL, 41st Match, ICC Cricket World Cup 2023
ScoreCard
SL (171-10 (46.4 Ov))
NZ (172-5 (23.2 Ov))
Lost
Won
Mom:
Trent Boult
Tournament:
ICC Cricket World Cup 2023
Date:
Thu Nov 09 2023 02:00 PM (IST)
Toss Winner:
Toss Winner : NZ( Opts to Field)
Sri Lanka put up a spirited fight late in the game, but New Zealand seal convincing win to almost secure a semi-final berth 👊 Pakistan is almost out of the race now, Pakistan would need to beat England by more than 280+ Runs to beat NZ runrate
- New Zealand won the toss and chose to field.
- Sri Lanka faced a challenging batting performance, managing to score 171 runs before being bowled out in 46.4 overs.
- Kusal Perera's aggressive 51 runs and Maheesh Theekshana's resilient 38 not out were the highlights for Sri Lanka.
- Trent Boult led the bowling attack for New Zealand, claiming three crucial wickets.
- Trent Boult, Lockie Ferguson, and Mitchell Santner made significant contributions with the ball, restricting Sri Lanka to a modest total.
- In reply
New Zealand chased down the target with authority, scoring 172 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in just 23.2 overs.
- Devon Conways aggressive 45 and Daryl Mitchell's explosive 43 were pivotal in New Zealand's successful chase.
- Trent Boult was named the Player of the Match for his exceptional bowling performance, securing three crucial wickets.