Batting first, half-centuries from Daryl Mitchell (62) and Michael Bracewell (59) had helped New Zealand recover from 65-5 after nine overs to a competitive total of 172-8.

As New Zealand and Sri Lanka prepare for the opening match of the NZ vs SL T20I series, here’s a look at whether fans in India can watch the game for free.

Follow live coverage of New Zealand vs Sri Lanka from the Sri Lanka in New Zealand 2024/2025 today. The ICC Test Championship sees nine teams compete across a two-year cycle of matches before a two-team final decides the winner.

New Zealand is set to host Sri Lanka for an exciting white-ball series, starting with the 1st T20I on Saturday, December 28, at the Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui. Bevon Jacobs, recently signed by Mumbai Indians in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction,