It was a tossed-up ball outside off stump from the offspinner Michael Bracewell. The batter Charith Asalanka looked to smash the ball towards a shortish boundary at long-off. However, he didn't connect well which didn't give him the required elevation.
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Charith Asalanka dismissed cheaply
It resulted in a big wicket as Sri Lanka's captain Charith Asalanka was dismissed for a five-ball duck. The skipper looked to take the attack to the opposition on a good batting surface after a great start. However, it wasn't his day and he had to go back to the pavilion.
Both batters formed a solid partnership of 87 runs to take Sri Lanka to a comfortable position. While Kusal was more aggressive and looked to take on the bowlers, Kamindu looked to take his time before cashing in on the opportunity.
Sri Lanka post a competitive total
Janith Liyanage scored a vital 53 off 52 balls down the order to take Sri Lanka to a competitive 290-8 in 50 overs. Nissanka top-scored for Sri Lanka with 66 off 42 balls while Kusal Mendis scored a 48-ball-54.
Kamindu Mendis also scored a crucial 46 off 71 balls. Matt Henry also shone with the ball and was New Zealand's most successful bowler. He picked up a four-wicket haul as he finished with 4-55 in 10 overs.
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