Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka has won the toss and chosen to bowl against New Zealand in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.
Toss Decision – Captain’s Comments & Reasoning
“We’re going to bowl first. It’s important to learn from the last game. Our bowlers performed well. The spinners will get some support, and New Zealand may not be familiar with the conditions,” said Dasun Shanaka.
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner aims to set a high score.
“The pitch looks good, and we will try to post a big total,” he stated.
Playing XIs
Sri Lanka: 1. Pathum Nissanka, 2. Kusal Mendis, 3. Charith Asalanka, 4. Pavan Rathnayake, 5. Dasun Shanaka, 6. Kamindu Mendis, 7. Dunith Wellalage, 8. Dushan Hemantha, 9. Dushmantha Chameera, 10. Maheesh Theekshana, 11. Dilshan Madushanka
New Zealand: 1. Tim Seifert (wk), 2. Finn Allen, 3. Rachin Ravindra, 4. Glenn Phillips, 5. Mark Chapman, 6. Daryl Mitchell, 7. Mitchell Santner (capt), 8. Cole McConchie, 9. Matt Henry, 10. Ish Sodhi, 11. Lockie Ferguson
Toss Result Today – Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Super 8 Group 2 ICC T20 World Cup 2026
Q1: Who won the toss today in Sri Lanka vs New Zealand ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 Group 2 match?
Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka has won the toss and opted to bowl first.
Q2: What was the toss time today?
The toss occurred at 06:30 PM IST.
Q3: Why did the captain choose to bowl first?
Dasun Shanaka decided to bowl first due to favorable bowling conditions.
Q4: Where is today’s match being played?
R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
