Auckland (Sports Desk) Sri Lanka defeated New Zealand by 140 runs in the third and final ODI match. Chasing a target of 291 runs, the Kiwi team was bowled out for 150. Mark Chapman scored 81 runs, Asitha Fernando, Mahesh Thekshana and Ishan Malinga took three wickets each, the series was in New Zealand’s name 1-2. In the match played in Auckland yesterday, Sri Lanka, batting first, scored 290 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in the stipulated 20 overs, Patham Nissanka scored 66, Kusal Mendis 54 and Johnith Liange scored 53 runs. Matt Henry dismissed 4 players from New Zealand. The New Zealand team failed to achieve the desired target and the entire team was dismissed for 150 runs in 29.4 overs. Mark Chapman played a fine innings of 81 runs, three New Zealand batsmen were dismissed for ducks, Asitha Fernando, Mahesh Thekshana and Ishan Malinga took three wickets each from Sri Lanka.
New Zealand vs Sri Lanka 3rd ODI Highlights 11-01-2025
