NZ vs SL Live: Matt Henry Strikes Twice as Sri Lanka Stumbles to 20/2

Henry produced an exceptional first two overs, taking 2 wickets for just 3 runs at an economy of 1.50. Cole McConchie kept the pressure with a tidy spell of 2 overs for 8 runs, while Mitchell Santner and Lockie Ferguson also bowled economically.

Kusal Mendis, unbeaten on 8 from 14 balls, and Pavan Rathnayake on 6 from 12 deliveries tried to steady the innings, but New Zealand’s early strikes set the tone. Extras added only 1 run, highlighting the disciplined bowling effort from the visitors.

Sri Lanka’s middle order, including Dasun Shanaka and Kamindu Mendis, has yet to face a delivery, indicating that New Zealand remains firmly in control. The early wickets have forced the hosts to rethink their strategy to chase 169 runs.