Sri Lanka will face Oman in Match 16 of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on February 12 at 11:00 AM IST.
Sri Lanka have started their campaign with a confident win over Ireland, while Oman suffered a heavy defeat in their opening match. The hosts will look to continue their winning momentum, whereas Oman must improve quickly to stay competitive in the tournament.
SL vs OMN Match Details
| Match Info | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Match | Sri Lanka vs Oman, Match 16 |
| Date | February 12, 2026 |
| Time | 11:00 AM IST |
| Venue | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium |
Match Preview
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka looked solid in their first game. Kusal Mendis anchored the innings, while Kamindu Mendis played a quick cameo. Their biggest strength was their spin attack, which controlled the middle overs and picked crucial wickets.
Key Players
- Kusal Mendis
- Pathum Nissanka
- Kamindu Mendis
- Maheesh Theekshana
- Matheesha Pathirana
Strengths
- Strong spin attack
- Home conditions advantage
- Experienced batting unit
Oman
Oman had a disappointing start as they were bowled out for a low total in their first game. Their batting struggled against pace and bounce. To challenge Sri Lanka, they need a strong start from their top order.
Key Players
- Jatinder Singh
- Aamir Kaleem
- Wasim Ali
- Sufyan Mehmood
Concerns
- Poor batting form
- Struggling to adapt to conditions
Head-to-Head Record
| Teams | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | 0 |
| Oman | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | Last 5 Matches |
|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | W, L, L, L, W |
| Oman | W, L, W, W, L |
Weather & Pitch Report
Weather
- Temperature: 23–25°C
- Humidity: 70–75%
- Rain: 10% chance
Pitch Report
- Batting-friendly surface
- Spinners likely to get assistance
- Average first innings score around 160+
Chasing Record: Average (40%)
Pallekele T20I Stats
| Record | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 30 |
| Bat First Wins | 15 |
| Bat Second Wins | 12 |
| No Result | 3 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 166 |
| Highest Score | 263/3 |
| Lowest Score | 88 |
Predicted Playing XI
Sri Lanka
- Pathum Nissanka
- Kamil Mishara
- Kusal Mendis (wk)
- Pavan Rathnayake
- Dunith Wellalage
- Kamindu Mendis
- Dasun Shanaka (c)
- Janith Liyanage
- Dushmantha Chameera
- Maheesh Theekshana
- Matheesha Pathirana
Oman
- Aamir Kaleem
- Jatinder Singh (c)
- Hammad Mirza
- Karan Sonavale
- Wasim Ali
- Sufyan Mehmood
- Vinayak Shukla (wk)
- Jiten Ramanandi
- Nadeem Khan
- Shakeel Ahmed
- Shah Faisal
Dream11 Fantasy Tips
Small League (Safe Picks)
Captain / Vice-Captain Options
- Kamindu Mendis
- Sufyan Mehmood
- Aamir Kaleem
- Dunith Wellalage
Grand League (Risky Picks)
Captain / Vice-Captain Options
- Pathum Nissanka
- Kusal Mendis
- Jatinder Singh
- Maheesh Theekshana
SL vs OMN Dream11 Prediction – Who Will Win?
Oman struggled badly in their first game and looked uncomfortable against quality bowling. Facing Sri Lanka in their home conditions makes the challenge even tougher.
Sri Lanka have a balanced team, experienced batters, and a strong spin attack that suits the Pallekele pitch. Considering current form, team strength, and home advantage, Sri Lanka are clear favorites to win this match.
Injury Update
| Team | Status |
|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | No injury updates |
| Oman | No injury updates |
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