SL vs NZ Match 46 Prediction, ICC T20 World Cup 2026: Match Preview And Expected Playing XI

SL vs NZ, Match 46 ICC T20 World Cup 2026 prediction, match preview, head-to-head, pitch report, playing XI, players to watch, live streaming details and cricket tips

SL vs NZ Match 46 Prediction, ICC T20 World Cup 2026: Match Preview And Expected Playing XI (Image Source: Google)

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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Disclaimer: The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.