New Zealand v Sri Lanka: Preview

NZ vs SL – full New Zealand and Sri Lanka Test squads: Complete team lists can be found here.

The task Sri Lanka face is extremely difficult: they have to win both Tests to whitewash the hosts if they stand a chance of reaching the final. Historically, they have a poor record in New Zealand, winning just two Tests in 19 attempts, the last of which was in 2006. Their only series win came in 1995.

Based on current form, though, they will fancy their chances: they’re currently placed third on the WTC table, while New Zealand are eighth. They’ve been undefeated in their last three Test series [1-1 draw each with Pakistan, Australia and Bangladesh], although they did lose 2-0 to India in March.

New Zealand will still have the dramatic one-run victory over England on their minds. Termed one of the greatest finishes of all time, the result in Wellington levelled the series 1-1. It had little bearing on New Zealand’s forgettable WTC title defence but also highlighted their extended home dominance. Since a defeat at the hands of South Africa in 2017, New Zealand have not lost a single series at home.

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Where to watch in New Zealand

The Tests will be telecast live on Spark Sport. You can also follow the game on Today FM New Zealand.

Where to watch in Sri Lanka

Live coverage of the Test series will be available on Supreme TV in Sri Lanka.

Where to watch in India

As with all New Zealand home matches, live streaming will be available in India on the Amazon Prime mobile and TV app.

Where to watch in the UK

The two Tests will be broadcast on BT Sport in the UK – on BT Sport 3 channel.

Both Tests will begin at 11am local time (10pm GMT). The two teams will also play three ODIs and as many T20Is on the tour.