Adam Milne scores his maiden five-for to help New Zealand win the series levelling match against Sri Lanka.

Key Highlights :

1. Adam Milne has returned to form and is an important part of the Black Caps' T20 and ODI squads.

2. Milne picked up his maiden international five-wicket bag during this afternoon's second match in Dunedin.

3. Milne and his teammates were able to contain a Sri Lankan team targeting Eden Park's short straight boundaries, taking 1-42 before being entrusted with super-over duties and unable to defend the Black Caps' total of eight.

4. Milne struck in his second over and, after the tourists had consolidated well to advance 91-2, the Central Districts quick returned to the attack and immediately made the key breakthrough in the 12th over.

5. Kusal Perera's dismissal from a slower ball sparked a Sri Lankan collapse, losing 8-50 inside eight overs.

6. A succession of free-swinging batsmen were deceived by the Black Caps either taking pace off the ball or altering their length, inducing one false shot after another.

7. Sri Lanka would have still hoped for a late flurry while Charith Asalanka — player of the match at Eden Park — remained at the crease.

8. Milne's short cutter to begin the 19th over found the top edge of the batsman's attempted pull to prompt a different kind of quick finish.

     Adam Milne has issued a timely reminder of his abundant talents against Sri Lanka.

     Milne, a right-arm fast bowler, has taken nine wickets in four matches at an average of 22.66, with best figures of 3/41. He has also made an impressive 43 runs at an average of 16.66.

     Milne has been in excellent form in recent times and his efforts against Sri Lanka will be important if New Zealand are to progress in the tournament.

     Milne is a valuable asset for New Zealand and his performances against Sri Lanka will be crucial if the team are to progress in the tournament.

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