Re: ODI cricket and general cricketing discussion [self - mod]
Sri Lankan bowlers have done the main job today. The batting was normal as it should be in this pitch. There was unexpected collapse of New Zealand top order in today's match. They had lost the first 5 wickets in just 21 runs. Still, they scored 150 runs, which is not bad. The tri-series among Pakistan, New Zealand and South Africa is going to be interesting before the Champions Trophy.
I will say bowlers and batters both have well done in this match from Sri Lankan team. But to be honest, I didn't expect such a performance at all and I think many people here lost their bets today. Anyway, I wanted to place a bet on New Zealand in this match, but unfortunately I didn't watch this match due to my busy schedule today. Anyway, it worked out good for me in one respect. 
I now feel like the New Zealand team, when they win every series, they rests themselves in the last match on that series and that is why they quickly collapses in their batting line-up. Besides, I don't see any other logic here.