Sri Lanka beat New Zealand in a rain-shortened ODI, taking a 2-0 series lead.

Sri Lanka beat New Zealand in the second ODI in Pallekele, securing a 2-0 series lead. Despite rain reducing the game to 47 overs, Sri Lanka chased 210 to win with an over to spare. Kusal Mendis' unbeaten 74 was crucial, while spinners Maheesh Theekshana and Jeffrey Vandersay took six wickets. New Zealand's Mark Chapman scored 76, but the team collapsed late in their innings, finishing on 209. The final game of the series will be held in Pallekele on Tuesday.

November 17, 2024
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