Sri Lanka are set to play their second Super 8 match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup today against New Zealand at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.
With semi-final hopes hanging in the balance, a victory tonight is absolutely crucial for the Lions to stay in contention.
The match is scheduled to begin at 7 PM, and Sri Lanka Cricket has announced that stadium gates will open at 4 PM for fans eager to catch the high-stakes encounter.
Historically, Sri Lanka and New Zealand have faced off 28 times in T20 Internationals. New Zealand hold the edge with 16 wins, while Sri Lanka have claimed 11 victories. One match ended without a result.
In T20 World Cup history, the two sides have met six times, sharing the spoils evenly with three wins each — setting the stage for another thrilling showdown under lights in Colombo.