Stream New Zealand vs Sri Lanka T20 WC 2026 Live: A Complete Guide
In a pivotal clash in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, co-hosts Sri Lanka will face New Zealand at the R. Premadasa Stadium. This encounter is crucial for Sri Lanka, who must secure a win to keep their tournament hopes alive after suffering significant defeats against England and Zimbabwe.
Match Details
- Match: New Zealand vs Sri Lanka (46th Match, Super 8 Group 2)
- Date: February 25, 2026
- Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
- Time: 7:00 PM Local / 1:30 PM GMT / 7:00 PM IST
Where to Watch New Zealand vs Sri Lanka T20 WC 2026 Live
Fans can tune into various broadcasting platforms depending on their locations. Here are the details:
| Country | TV Broadcaster | Streaming Platform |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Go, TVNZ+ |
| Sri Lanka | TV Supreme, Dialog TV | ICC.tv, Sirasa TV |
| India | Star Sports | JioHotstar |
| Pakistan | PTV Sports, Ten Sports, ASports | Myco, Tapmad, Tamasha |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports | Sky Go, NOW |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | Willow by Cricbuzz |
| Australia | Fox Cricket, Nine Network | Amazon Prime Video, Kayo |
| South Africa | SuperSport | SuperSport App, DStv |
| Bangladesh | Gazi TV, T Sports | Rabbithole |
| Middle East | ICC.tv | |
| Rest of World | Varies by country | |
Probable XIs
As teams prepare for this high-stakes match, their line-ups could be decisive:
- New Zealand Probable XI: Tim Seifert (wk), Finn Allen, Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner (c), James Neesham, Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi, Lockie Ferguson
- Sri Lanka Probable XI: Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis (wk), Pavan Rathnayake, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka (c), Dunith Wellalage, Dushan Hemantha, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Dilshan Madushanka
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
The R. Premadasa Stadium is known for its conducive environment for spin bowlers. The pitch is expected to be fresh, providing challenges for batters. Weather reports indicate cloudy conditions, but no rain is forecast.
T20 Statistics at R. Premadasa Stadium
- Total T20 Matches: 64
- Matches won batting first: 27
- Matches won bowling first: 36
- Average 1st innings score: 144
- Average 2nd innings score: 129
- Highest total recorded: 215/5 by Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka
- Lowest total recorded: 80/10 by Afghanistan vs England
This T20 World Cup match between New Zealand and Sri Lanka promises to deliver thrilling cricket, with both teams eager to secure a victory. Fans can follow the action live and enjoy an exciting showdown.
