Yesterday Match Result – Sri Lanka vs New Zealand ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Highlights February 25

New Zealand defeated Sri Lanka by 61 runs in Colombo in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.

Sri Lanka were eliminated from the T20 World Cup 2026 after another disappointing batting performance, especially against the spinners. Rachin Ravindra, with a brilliant 4/27 in a 4-over spell and also a 32-run contribution, helped his team to get their first victory of Super 8.

Batting first, New Zealand opener Tim Seifert got out cheaply on 8 runs, but Finn Allen scored 23 runs in just 13 balls alongside Rachin’s amazing 32 runs, giving them stability. Glenn Phillips amassed 18 runs off 18 balls before getting dismissed by Dushmantha Chameera’s bowl in the 10th over.

Maheesh Theekshana bowled a double-wicket over in the 12th over, getting rid of Rachin (32) and Mark Chapman on a duck. Soon after, Dunith Wellalage also took the wicket of Daryl Mitchell (3 off 7 balls), leaving the Kiwis at 84 for 6, but Mitchell Santner and Cole McConchie added 84 runs for the 7th wicket that helped them to reach a total of 168 for 7. Santner, with 47 off 26 balls, was the top scorer.

Maheesh Theekshana and Chameera took three wickets each and were the top wicket takers for the Sri Lanka side. Chasing 169, Pathum Nissanka was unable to open his account, while Kusal Mendis managed 11 runs off 22 balls.

Charith Asalanka fell for 5 off 9 balls, and the pressure only increased when Pavan Rathnayake followed for 10 off 18. With the top order already back in the pavilion, Kamindu Mendis accumulated 31 while Dunith Wellalage added 29, but their resistance only reduced the margin of defeat.

Rachin Ravindra, with four wickets, was the top wicket taker for the New Zealand side, and Matt Henry, with two wickets, helped them get a good start.

Full Scorecard – Sri Lanka vs New Zeland ICC T20 World Cup 2026, February 25

New Zealand 168 for 7 (Santner 47, Ravindra 32, Theekshana 3-30, Chameera 3-38) beat Sri Lanka 107 for 8 (Kamindu 31, Wellalage 29, Ravindra 4-27, Henry 2-3) by 61 runs

Match Highlights & Key Moments

New Zealand turned the game around after slipping to 84 for 6. The partnership between Mitchell Santner and Cole McConchie changed the momentum completely, adding crucial runs in the final overs to push the total to a competitive score. What looked like a below-par total suddenly became a match-winning one because of the late surge.

Sri Lanka’s chase never gained control. Early wickets put them under pressure, and Rachin Ravindra’s four-wicket spell broke the middle order. Once the required rate climbed and partnerships failed to build, the result was clear, confirming Sri Lanka’s exit from the tournament.

Player of the Match

Rachin Ravindra was named the Player of the Match for his all-round performance. He scored 32 runs and took 4 wickets.

What This Result Means for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026

New Zealand are alive in the Super 8 race with a crucial boost to their net run rate. Sri Lanka are out of the tournament after another poor batting performance.

FAQs – Yesterday’s Sri Lanka vs New Zealand ICC T20 World Cup 2026

Q1: Who won yesterday’s Sri Lanka vs New Zealand match?

A1: New Zealand won by 61 runs on February 25, 2026.

Q2: Who was the Player of the Match?

A2: Rachin Ravindra was named the Player of the Match for match winning all-round performance (32 runs & 4 wickets).

Q3: What was the final score of yesterday’s match?

A3: New Zealand vs Sri Lanka.

New Zealand 168 for 7 (Santner 47, Ravindra 32, Theekshana 3-30, Chameera 3-38)

Sri Lanka 107 for 8 (Kamindu 31, Wellalage 29, Ravindra 4-27, Henry 2-3)

Q4: What’s the next fixture of New Zealand and Sri Lanka in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8?

A4: New Zealand will play against England on February 27 in Colombo.

Sri Lanka will play against Pakistan on February 28 in Pallekele.

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