Nelson Maddy Green’s superb century and Hannah Rowe’s impressive four-wicket haul guided New Zealand to a commanding 78-run victory over Sri Lanka in the second ODI in Nelson. With this win, the White Ferns secured an unassailable 1-0 lead in the three-match series, with one game remaining, as per ESPNcricinfo.
After the rain-marred first ODI in Napier ended in a no-result, the two teams met under better conditions at Saxton Oval. New Zealand captain Suzie Bates opted to bat first after winning the toss, but the hosts found themselves in early trouble. Bates was run out for just five in the fourth over, followed by quick dismissals of Emma McLeod and Brooke Halliday, courtesy of Achini Kulasuriya and Chamari Athapaththu. Georgia Plimmer’s departure for 28 left New Zealand struggling at 59/4 in 18 overs.