New Zealand Vs Sri Lanka 1st ODI Highlights

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New Zealand Dominate Sri Lanka in First ODI, Williamson's Century Shines

Wellington, New Zealand: New Zealand showcased their dominance over Sri Lanka in the first One Day International (ODI) of the three-match series, cruising to a comprehensive 10-wicket victory at the Basin Reserve in Wellington.

The Kiwi bowlers set the tone for the day, restricting Sri Lanka to a paltry 135 all out in their 48.5 overs. The tourists, struggling to cope with the swinging conditions, never recovered from a shaky start. Trent Boult (3/26) and Matt Henry (3/29) were the pick of the bowlers, dismantling the Sri Lankan batting order with precise deliveries.

Dimuth Karunaratne (34) was the only Sri Lankan batsman to offer any resistance, while the rest of the batting line-up crumbled under pressure.

Kane Williamson, leading from the front, then guided New Zealand to a comfortable chase. The Kiwi captain scored a majestic century (101*), reaching the milestone with a boundary off Dushmantha Chameera.

Williamson, who was well supported by *Devon Conway (37), shared an unbeaten 140-run partnership for the first wicket to seal the victory in 25.1 overs.

Key Highlights:

• New Zealand's bowling attack was simply exceptional, claiming regular wickets and putting Sri Lanka under immense pressure.
• Kane Williamson's hundred was a masterclass in batting, showcasing his calmness and technique.
• Sri Lanka's batting was disappointing, failing to cope with the Kiwi bowling attack and the challenging conditions.
• New Zealand's bowlers, particularly Boult and Henry, were accurate and incisive, setting up the victory early.
• The partnership between Williamson and Conway was crucial, ensuring a comfortable chase for New Zealand.

The second ODI is scheduled for March 14th at the same venue, with New Zealand looking to consolidate their position in the series.

Sri Lanka will need to improve significantly in all departments to avoid another embarrassing defeat and salvage their pride in the series.