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Source: ESPN Cricinfo
New Zealand Elects to Bat Against Sri Lanka, Unchanged Squad Confirmed
New Zealand's cricket team has opted to bat first in their match against Sri Lanka. The squad for New Zealand remains unchanged for this fixture. Conversely, Sri Lanka has implemented three alterations to their playing side, following their recent defeat to England on Friday.
By Fainaron·Jun 16, 2026 (5 minutes ago)·1 views
New Zealand's cricket team has elected to bat first in their match against Sri Lanka. The team has confirmed that their squad remains unchanged for this fixture.
Sri Lanka, however, has made three alterations to their playing side. These changes follow their previous match on Friday, where they experienced a loss to England.
According to ESPN Cricinfo, New Zealand's decision to bat first initiates the contest against the altered Sri Lankan squad.
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