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Henry strikes, Nissanka ducks for golden duck

Matt Henry removes Pathum Nissanka with the first delivery of Sri Lanka's innings, giving New Zealand an immediate breakthrough in their T20 World Cup Super 8s encounter.

Matt Henry provided New Zealand with the perfect start in their ICC Men's T20 World Cup Super 8s match, dismissing Sri Lanka's Pathum Nissanka with the very first delivery of the innings. The right-arm seamer celebrated as the stumps were scattered, sending the batsman back to the pavilion for a golden duck.

The early breakthrough gives New Zealand a significant advantage as they seek to dominate the crucial Super 8s stage of the tournament. Nissanka's dismissal puts immediate pressure on Sri Lanka's batting lineup as they attempt to recover from the early setback.