Sri Lanka face Oman in the 16th match of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on February 12, 2025, at 11:00 AM local time (5:30 AM GMT).
The hosts arrive with momentum after a 20-run win over Ireland, backed by a stellar bowling display, while Oman are reeling from a heavy defeat against Zimbabwe. However, Sri Lanka’s campaign faces a major setback as Wanindu Hasaranga will miss the rest of the tournament due to a hamstring injury.
Despite this blow, the Islanders remain favorites to seal victory, secure valuable points, and boost their net run rate. Oman, meanwhile, desperately needs to find their footing and make a strong impression in this historic first-ever T20I encounter between the nations.
SL vs OMN 16th T20I WC 2026 Match Details & Schedule
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Sri Lanka vs Oman, 16th Match (Group B) |
| Competition | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Match Date | February 12, 2025 |
| Start Time | 11:00 AM Local / 5:30 AM GMT |
| Stadium | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium |
Cricket Betting Odds – SL vs OMAN
Sri Lanka’s home advantage and championship experience make them strong betting favorites across all major platforms.
| Betting Platform | Sri Lanka Win | Oman Win | Toss – SL | Toss – OMAN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.12 | 6.5 | 1.9 | 1.9 |
| Stake | 1.15 | 6.2 | 1.91 | 1.89 |
| 4RABET | 1.13 | 6.4 | 1.9 | 1.9 |
| BetVibe | 1.14 | 6.3 | 1.89 | 1.91 |
Team Squads – Full 15-Member Lineups
Sri Lanka Playing Squad
Pathum Nissanka, Pavan Rathnayake, Dasun Shanaka (Captain), Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka, Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Dushan Hemantha, Kamil Mishara (Wicketkeeper), Kusal Mendis (Wicketkeeper), Kusal Perera (Wicketkeeper), Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Matheesha Pathirana, Pramod Madushan
Oman Playing Squad
Jatinder Singh (Captain), Ashish Odedara, Karan Sonavale, Wasim Ali, Aamir Kaleem, Jay Odedra, Mohammad Nadeem, Jiten Ramanandi, Shafiq Jan, Hammad Mirza (Wicketkeeper), Vinayak Shukla (Wicketkeeper), Nadeem Khan, Shah Faisal, Shakeel Ahmed, Sufyan Mehmood
Pallekele Cricket Ground – Pitch & Conditions Report
| Aspect | Analysis |
|---|---|
| Surface Type | Balanced wicket offering equal opportunities for batsmen and bowlers; progressively slows down |
| Batting Conditions | Early overs favor stroke-play with true bounce; lights make scoring harder in the second innings |
| Bowling Conditions | New ball provides swing for pacers; spinners dominate as match progresses |
| Boundary Lengths | Straight boundaries: ~80m / Square boundaries: ~75m |
| Average T20I Score | First innings average: 178 runs / Lowest defended: 134 runs |
| Toss Strategy | Bowl first preferred due to the evening dew advantage while chasing |
Weather Forecast
| Weather Element | Prediction |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 22°C (ideal playing conditions) |
| Sky Conditions | Cloudy |
| Rain Probability | 10% (minimal interruption risk) |
| Humidity Levels | 65-75% |
| Wind Speed | 13 km/h |
Head-to-Head Record In T20 Internationals
This fixture marks a historic first-ever T20I meeting between Sri Lanka and Oman, adding extra significance to the contest.
Key Players to Watch
| Player Name | Team | T20I Career Stats |
|---|---|---|
| Wanindu Hasaranga | Sri Lanka | 807 runs & 154 wickets in 95 matches (RULED OUT) |
| Pathum Nissanka | Sri Lanka | 2,461 runs in 85 matches (Avg: 30.76) |
| Matheesha Pathirana | Sri Lanka | 40 wickets in 26 matches (Economy: 17.95) |
| Jatinder Singh | Oman | 1,610 runs in 73 matches (Avg: 24.39) |
| Aamir Kaleem | Oman | 723 runs & 48 wickets in 55 matches |
| Kaleemullah | Oman | 33 wickets in 42 matches (Economy: 7.15) |
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Live Streaming & TV Broadcast Details – All Regions
| Region/Country | TV Channel | Live Streaming Platform |
|---|---|---|
| India | Star Sports Network | Disney+ Hotstar |
| Sri Lanka | SLRC, ITN | Dialog TV, SLT Mobitel |
| Pakistan | PTV Sports, A Sports | Tapmad, Cricwick |
| Bangladesh | Gazi TV, T Sports | Rabbitholebd |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports Cricket | Sky Go, NOW TV |
| United States | Willow TV | Willow TV App, ESPN+ |
| Canada | Willow TV | Willow TV App |
| Australia | Fox Sports | Kayo Sports, Foxtel Go |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Go NZ |
| South Africa | SuperSport Cricket | DStv Now |
| Middle East (UAE, Oman) | beIN Sports | beIN Connect, TOD |
| Afghanistan | Lemar TV, RTA Sports | Afghanistan Cricket Board App |
| Caribbean | Flow Sports | Flow Sports App |
| Southeast Asia | Star Sports Asia | Disney+ Hotstar |
| Rest of the World | ICC.tv | ICC.tv Official Website |
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