Overview

• Kusal Mendis scored an unbeaten 74, overcoming a groin injury to guide Sri Lanka to a three-wicket win in the second ODI.
• Sri Lanka chased down a target of 210 runs in a rain-shortened match, securing the series with one game remaining.
• The partnership between Mendis and Maheesh Theekshana was crucial, as they helped recover from 93-5 to reach the target with six balls to spare.
• Sri Lankan spinners, including Jeffrey Vandersay and Maheesh Theekshana, played a pivotal role by taking six wickets to bowl out New Zealand for 209.
• New Zealand struggled with the bat despite a strong performance from Mark Chapman, who scored 76 runs, and faced challenges from Sri Lanka's spin attack.