SL-A vs NZ-A Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - New Zealand A Tour of Sri Lanka 2026, 3rd Unofficial ODI

The 3rd unofficial ODI between Sri Lanka A and New Zealand A in Hambantota looks slightly one-sided, with the home team coming in full of confidence. Sri Lanka A have already taken an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series and will now aim to finish it 3-0.

In the last match, they delivered a strong performance with the bat, scoring a huge 368/9 in 50 overs. Lasith Croospulle led the charge with an excellent 103, while captain Sahan Arachchige added 74. Their batting lineup has been in great form, putting constant pressure on the New Zealand A bowlers.

In reply, New Zealand A couldn’t keep up in a rain-shortened game, reaching 158/3 in 28 overs and eventually losing by 44 runs under the DLS method. Even in the first match, Sri Lanka A dominated with a big 140-run win, showing a difference in execution between the two teams so far.

Sri Lanka A vs New Zealand A Match Details

SL-A vs NZ-A Dream11 Team Today Stats

• Sri Lanka A opening batsman, Lasith Croospulle, was the leading run-scorer for the side as he smashed a brilliant century in the last match.
• Ravindu Fernando picked up a single wicket at an economy of six runs per over and helped his team win the rain-affected match.
• For New Zealand A, Curtis Heaphy scored a half-century, but could not lead his side to victory in the second unofficial ODI.
• Tim Pringle was the standout bowler for New Zealand A in the previous match, claiming three wickets at an economy rate of 8.30.

SL-A vs NZ-A Toss Prediction

At the Mahinda Rajapaksa venue in Hambantota, the surface generally allows batters to play their strokes freely. However, as the game progresses, the wicket tends to bring spin bowlers into play. As per our SL-A vs NZ-A Dream11 prediction today match, New Zealand A skipper Mitchell Hay could opt for batting first after winning the toss.

Record of Chasing Teams at Hambantota

The team batting first ended up winning the previous match of the series at the same venue. However, the overall ODI records suggest a balanced record, with a marginal edge for the chasing side.

SL-A vs NZ-A Playing 11 (Probable)

The home side has already won the ODI series by claiming victory in successive games, and might make some changes in the playing 11 to test their bench strength for the final ODI fixture of the series.

SL-A vs NZ-A Top Run Scorers & Leading Wicket Takers

• Sri Lanka A opening batsman, Lasith Croospulle, smashed 103 runs off just 76 balls, while Curtis Heaphy scored 53 runs off 62 balls in the 2nd ODI of the series.
• Ravindu Fernando and Tim Pringle were the leading wicket takers for their respective sides and will be looking for another standout spell in the upcoming clash.

SL-A vs NZ-A Captain & Vice-Captain Choices

• Sahan Arachchige and Sonal Dinusha have been the most reliable players for the home side in this series. Sahan scored 74 runs in the last outing, while Sonal smashed 93 runs off just 77 balls and could also provide some fantasy points with the ball.

Top Picks for SL-A vs NZ-A Dream11 Prediction

Wanuja Sahan and Dilshan Madushanka have the potential to provide huge fantasy returns with the ball and should be a part of your SL-A vs NZ-A Dream11 team prediction.

Budget Picks for SL-A vs NZ-A Dream11 Prediction

New Zealand A top order batter, Curtis Heaphy is coming off after scoring a half-century and should be backed for this match as well, while Tim Pringle also picked up 3 wickets in the 2nd ODI and can be considered as a handy budget pick.

Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match

• Keepers: K Mishara, C Heaphy
• Batters: T Robinson(vc), D Phillips, L Croospulle
• All-rounders: M Rathnayake, S Arachchige(c), Wanuja Sahan, T Pringle
• Bowlers: A Ashok, S Dinusha

Best Dream11 Team Today

• Keepers: K Mishara, C Heaphy
• Batters: D Phillips(vc), L Croospulle
• All-rounders: S Arachchige, R Fernando
• Bowlers: D Madushanka, A Ashok, K Clarke, S Dinusha(vc), R Gulati

SL-A vs NZ-A Dream11 Prediction Today (3rd Unofficial ODI) New Zealand A Tour of Sri Lanka 2026 Players to Avoid

• New Zealand medium pacer Simon Keene picked up one wicket in the last match while conceding runs at an economy of 9.30 and should be avoided in your Dream11 combinations.
• Pavan Rathnayake has failed to deliver in both matches of the series, so he can be avoided for this match as per your SL-A vs NZ-A Dream11 today team prediction.

SL-A vs NZ-A Weather & Pitch Report at Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium

• For the third unofficial ODI of New Zealand A’s tour of Sri Lanka in 2026, conditions in Hambantota are expected to be partly sunny with humidity levels close to 70%.
• The Hambantota wicket is typically on the drier side, which means it doesn’t stay consistent throughout the game. While the new ball comes on well, allowing batters to settle in, the surface gradually slows down and starts gripping, bringing spinners into the contest.

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