Kusal Mendis was adjudged the Player of the Match (POTM) for two stumpings and an unbeaten 74-run knock under a tremendous amount of pressure. Mendis was the only Sri Lankan batter who looked at ease against the Kiwi spinners.
Uncapped batter Michael Bracewell has earned his maiden Test call-up for the three-match series against India, starting October 16. While Bracewell has played ODIs and T20Is for the Blackcaps already, the southpaw might make his Test debut against India.
New Zealand have announced their Test squad for a one-off game against Afghanistan followed by a two-match series against Sri Lanka in the sub-continent, which will be followed by the India series. Tim Southee will lead the New Zealand side with Michael Bracewell set to return to the fold.
New Zealand Cricket announced their squad for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup in the Caribbean and the USA with familiar faces. Kane Williamson will continue to lead the side with Michael Bracewell returning to the fold and Trent Boult included. New Zealand will begin their campaign on June 7.
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