Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Tests 2024 schedule
The first match will be played from September 18 to 23, followed by the second between September 26 and 30. Galle International Stadium will host the entire series, with matches starting from 10 am local time.
Set to host its 35th Test match – the historic Galle Stadium 📍
The two Test series against @OfficialSLC gets underway on Wednesday LIVE in NZ on @skysportnz #SLvNZ #CricketNation #cricket pic.twitter.com/YU0a559Eds
— BLACKCAPS (@BLACKCAPS) September 16, 2024
SL vs NZ Tests 2024: Team news
Sri Lanka are coming into the series after a memorable overseas victory against England at The Oval. Dhanananjaya de Silva will captain their 16-member squad. Oshada Fernando has replaced Nishan Madushka, who managed only 24 runs in his four innings in England. Kasun Rajitha and Nisala Tharaka have also been omitted.
Find the full Sri Lanka squad here.
New Zealand have kept the same side from the washed-out one-off Test against Afghanistan. Devon Conway, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra and Kane Williamson are among their key players, with Mitchell Santner, Ajaz Patel and Michael Bracewell in the spin arsenal.
SL vs NZ: Where to watch live on TV channels and live streaming platforms
Where to watch in Sri Lanka
The SL vs NZ Tests will be streamed live on Sri Lanka Cricket’s official YouTube channel. Fans in Sri Lanka can watch the match here:
LIVE | 1st Test – Day 1 | New Zealand tour of Sri Lanka 2024 – #SLvNZ
— Sri Lanka Cricket 🇱🇰 (@OfficialSLC) September 18, 2024
Where to watch in New Zealand
New Zealand audience can watch the series live on SKY Sport.
Where to watch in India
In India, the series will be telecast live on Sony Sports Network, including Sony Sports Ten 1. Live streaming is available on the Fancode app and its website (fancode.com).
Where to watch in the UK
TNT Sports 1 will show the match live on TV in the United Kingdom (UK). It can be live-streamed via the Discovery+ app or website.
Where to watch in the rest of the world
Details will be added when available
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