New Zealand vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I Highlights Today 2025
New Zealand secured a series win over Sri Lanka after defeating them by 45 runs in the second match of the three-match series at Mount Maunganui on Monday. Let’s look at New Zealand vs Sri Lanka 2nd T20I Highlights.
Mitchell Hay’s explosive not 41 off 19 during final stage of New Zealand’s that set the tone for his side while batting first. Later, Kiwis bowlers took the game in their control by not allowing the Sri Lankan batter to play freely by bowling tough line and lengths.
NZ vs SL Scorecard
New Zealand 186/5 (20 overs)
Sri Lanka 141/10 (19.1 overs)
NZ vs SL 2nd T20I Highlights
New Zealand used the opportunity to bat first at the batting friendly surface at Bay Oval, as they went on to post 186 in their 20-over quota.
It was a collective effort from the Kiwis batters. Opener Tim Robinson scored a 34-ball 41, Mark Chapman hit 29-ball 42, and wicketkeeper Micthell Hay was sensational at the end as he smashed 41* off just 19.
The Kiwis were at 145 for 5 after Daryll Mitchell’s run-out, but Hay and Bracewell made sure to take their team to a good total by collecting 41 off the final 15 balls.
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Sri Lanka’s batting collapse
Sri Lanka, in reply, started off decently and were at 71 for 1 in 9 overs. Their reliable batter Pathum Nissanka got out on the first ball of the tenth over.
While Kusal Perera, who was looking in fine touch, also failed to convert his good start to a big innings, as he scored 48.
The tourists found themselves in a difficult situation when they lost their fifth wicket, going from 135 for 4 to 141 all out in an instant.
Jacob Duffy once again emerged as the star performer with the ball for New Zealand, as after taking a 3-wicket haul in series opener, he bagged 4-fer in the second game.
Player of the match
Mitchell Hay
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