The match between New Zealand and Sri Lanka will be played at the Saxton Oval Nelson stadium on 2nd January 2016. It was constructed during the world cup matches in 2015and since then has shot into prominence. Pitch is quite sporty and bowlers can get a good purchase off it if they are ready to bend their back. SURANGA LAKMAL will be firing bouncers on the pitch to test the KIWIS batsmen however he has to be accurate to get results. KUSAL PERERA will have to prove a lot on the New Zealand pitch and this tour will be a baptism by fire for him. All said and done the Kiwis attack appears more potent than what the guests possess.