New Zealand has struck early after Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to bat in the first test against New Zealand at Galle.

Will O'Rourke winning the race to partner captain Tim Southee as the side's two seamers, with New Zealand including four spinners.

The Black Caps - who have never won in four attempts at the venue - currently have Sri Lanka 29 for one.

Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave unpacks the match further.

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New Zealand has struck early after Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to bat in the first test against New Zealand at Galle.
Will O'Rourke winning the race to partner captain Tim Southee as the side's two seamers, with New Zealand including four spinners.
The Black Caps - who have never won in four attempts at the venue - currently have Sri Lanka 29 for one.
Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave unpacks the match further.
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