New Zealand, Sri Lanka meet in T20 series

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The opening T20 International between New Zealand and Sri Lanka gets underway later on Sunday at Pelekelle.

The Blackcaps have rested skipper Kane Williamson and fast bowler Trent Boult for the series.

Meanwhile, Sri Lanka will be looking for a change in fortune after losing eight of their last nine T20 games

Play starts at 5:30 pm UAE time.

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