Sri Lanka tour of New Zealand, 2027 · ODI (50 OVERS)
New Zealand vs Sri Lanka 2nd ODI Prediction
NZ vs SL · who will win, pitch report & odds
New Zealand
65% win probability
Projected first-innings total
283-331:271-317
Sri Lanka
35% win probability
- Wed, 20 Jan 2027Series window, not a confirmed XI date
- 19:30 IST
- Sky Stadium, Wellington
- GREEN / SEAM
Quick answer
Quick answer
Powerplay247's model gives New Zealand a 65% chance and Sri Lanka 35% in the NZ vs SL 2nd ODI at Sky Stadium. Expect New Zealand around 283-331 and Sri Lanka around 271-317 on a surface rated green / seam. First ball: Wed, 20 Jan 2027, 19:30 IST.
- Favourite
- New Zealand (65%)
- Format
- ODI (50 OVERS)
- Pitch suits
- Seamers
- Venue
- Sky Stadium
Match prediction
NZ vs SL 2nd ODI: who will win?
Powerplay247's model leans New Zealand at 65% for this 2nd ODI at Sky Stadium, Wellington. The toss and the green / seam conditions will still move the live price, so treat 65% as a lean rather than a certainty.
Predicted winner
New Zealand
65% win probability
2nd ODI · ODI (50 OVERS)
New Zealand win
65%
Sri Lanka win
35%
NZ projected
283-331
SL projected
271-317
Pitch and conditions
Sky Stadium pitch report for NZ vs SL
Sky Stadium is rated green / seam for this odi (50 overs). Most of the danger comes with the new ball. Expect sideways movement in the opening overs, with batting getting easier once the lacquer wears off.
Venue
Sky Stadium
Surface
GREEN / SEAM
Best suited to
Seamers
First-innings total
283-331 / 271-317
Toss call: Bowling first is the usual call while there is moisture in the surface and swing in the air.
Projected scoreline
New Zealand vs Sri Lanka projected score by phase
How the first-innings total is expected to build, phase by phase, on a green / seam surface.
| Phase | New Zealand | Sri Lanka |
|---|---|---|
| Powerplay (0-10) | 46-58 | 46-56 |
| Middle Overs (11-40) | 161-181 | 150-170 |
| Death Overs (41-50) | 76-92 | 75-91 |
| First-innings total | 283-331 | 271-317 |
Players to watch
Key players in New Zealand vs Sri Lanka
The names most likely to move the batter, bowler and player-runs markets in this odi (50 overs). Final XIs are confirmed at the toss.
New Zealand
- TS84Impact
Tim Southee
Bowls at the death
- RR86Impact
Rachin Ravindra
Drives the middle overs
Sri Lanka
- CA94Impact
Charith Asalanka
Anchors the chase
- MP89Impact
Matheesha Pathirana
Bowls at the death
Betting notes
How to bet on NZ vs SL 2nd ODI
Four angles worth weighing before you place a bet on this fixture.
- 01
The previous result is already in New Zealand's price. If you think the market has overreacted, the exchange lets you take the other side at 35%.
- 02
50-over games are won in the middle. Most of the liquidity sits in overs 11-40 and the final ten, which is where New Zealand (283-331) and Sri Lanka (271-317) will either hit or miss their projections.
- 03
Sky Stadium is rated green / seam. The first-wicket and opening-partnership markets are where the early value sits, especially with New Zealand's seamers used to these conditions.
- 04
Powerplay247 is an exchange, so you can back or lay every market on New Zealand vs Sri Lanka. You can also trade out mid-match to lock in part of a profit.
Match card
New Zealand vs Sri Lanka match details
- Series
- Sri Lanka tour of New Zealand, 2027
- Match
- 2nd ODI (2 of 8)
- Date
- Wed, 20 Jan 2027
- Start
- 19:30 IST
- Venue
- Sky Stadium, Wellington
- Format
- ODI (50 OVERS)
- Series window
- Sat, 16 Jan 2027 - Tue, 16 Feb 2027
- Series format
- 3 ODIs | 3 T20Is | 2 Tests
Match preview
New Zealand meet Sri Lanka in the 2nd ODI of Sri Lanka tour of New Zealand, 2027 at Sky Stadium, Wellington. As match 2 of 8 in Sri Lanka tour of New Zealand, 2027, it follows on directly from the form of the last game. New Zealand are at home, and home conditions are already built into the numbers. Our projection has New Zealand scoring 283-331 and Sri Lanka 271-317, with New Zealand ahead at 65%. Treat that as a lean, not a lock: the toss and the first hour at Sky Stadium will move the live price on Powerplay247.
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NZ vs SL 2nd ODI: who will win?
Powerplay247's model makes New Zealand favourites at 65%, with Sri Lanka on 35%. That is based on team strength, venue history and a green / seam pitch at Sky Stadium. It is a projection, not a guarantee, so check the live price before placing a bet.
What is the pitch report for Sky Stadium?
Sky Stadium, Wellington is rated green / seam for this ODI, which suits seam bowlers. That is why New Zealand are projected at 283-331 and Sri Lanka at 271-317. The pitch usually moves the totals and overs 11-40 markets more than the match-winner price.
When and where is New Zealand vs Sri Lanka?
The 2nd ODI is scheduled for Wed, 20 Jan 2027, 19:30 IST at Sky Stadium, Wellington, as part of Sri Lanka tour of New Zealand, 2027. Dates follow the series calendar and can change, so confirm with the board's official schedule on match day.
What are the projected scores for NZ vs SL?
We project New Zealand at 283-331 and Sri Lanka at 271-317 for the first-innings total. The biggest phase is Middle Overs (11-40), where New Zealand are expected to score 161-181 and Sri Lanka 150-170.
Can I bet on NZ vs SL in-play?
Yes. Powerplay247 keeps New Zealand vs Sri Lanka open ball by ball, with back and lay prices on the match winner, sessions and player markets. The best in-play window is usually just after overs 11-40.
Where does the 2nd ODI fit in Sri Lanka tour of New Zealand, 2027?
It is match 2 of 8, so recent form is already in New Zealand's 65% line. Any momentum swing from the last game is where value can appear.
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