SL vs NZ, Match 46, Super 8, Cricket Tips: Sri Lanka and New Zealand will be facing each other in the next Super 8 clash. This is a do-or-die contest, as the two teams have had an unwanted result in their first game. New Zealand had a rained-out game against Pakistan, and the two teams shared one point each.
Sri Lanka had a poor game against England, suffering a 51-run loss. This game will end the campaign for one of these two sides. Sri Lanka have the home conditions on their side, while New Zealand have an in-form combination. These two sides will step on the field on Wednesday at R. Premadasa Stadium, starting at 7 PM IST.
SL vs NZ: Match Details
- Date: February 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Time: 7:00 PM IST
- Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
SL vs NZ Live Streaming Details
The live action of the upcoming Super 8 clash will be available on the Star Sports networks. Fans can also watch the game through the Jio Hotstar app or website.
SL vs NZ Head-to-Head in T20Is
- Total Matches: 28
- Sri Lanka: 09
- New Zealand: 16
- No-Result: 03
SL vs NZ: Ground Pitch Report
R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo is a good wicket for the bowlers. Seamers can get the movement with the new ball, whereas spinners will be able to extract spin and grip from the wicket. The toss will have a role because the team that will bat first has a better record at this venue.
SL vs NZ Possible XIs
Sri Lanka: Kamil Mishara, Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Pavan Rathnayake, Kamindu Mendis, Dunith Wellalage, Dasun Shanaka (c), Dushan Hemantha, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Dilshan Madushanka
New Zealand: Tim Seifert (wk), Rachin Ravindra, Finn Allen, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Mitchell Santner (c), Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Ish Sodhi, Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson
SL vs NZ: Player to Watch Out For
Probable Best Batter
Pathum Nissanka is one of the top scorers in this tournament, and whenever he scores, Sri Lanka's chances of winning increase. For New Zealand, in-form opener Tim Seifert will be important, because he plays spin very well.
Probable Best Bowler
Mitch Santner will be more effective in these conditions. This pitch will suit his bowling style. For Sri Lanka, Maheesh Theekshana has played a key role in the wins.
Today Match Prediction: Sri Lanka are under pressure, and their batting is failing miserably. That is why we predict New Zealand to beat Sri Lanka in this game.
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