ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, Match 38: SL vs ZIM, weather report, stadium stats and predicted playing XIs

Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe will lock horns at the R. Premadasa Stadium on February 18 in 38th match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. Both teams are already qualified for the Super Eights stage, so this match is more about keeping up the momentum going into the knockout rounds.

Having comfortably topped their group table so far in the competition by winning all their games, Sri Lanka have been in fantastic form in the group stage. They have been impressive with both bat and ball. Zimbabwe, meanwhile, have also impressed by qualifying for the next stage and even registering a major win during the tournament. They will look to challenge the hosts and build confidence before tougher battles ahead.

SL vs ZIM: Weather Report

The day will be humid and overcast, and there is a mere 10 percent chance of rain during the game. Since it is an evening game, the conditions may feel slightly cool and pleasant. The temperature will likely stay between 21 and 25°C under cloudy skies.

SL vs ZIM: R. Premadasa Stadium Stats

Matches played: 51
Average first-innings score: 151
Average second-innings score: 131
Teams winning batting first: 47%
Teams winning bowling first: 51%
Highest total: 215/5
Lowest total: 80/10
Highest chase: 215/5
Lowest total defended: 115/6

SL vs ZIM: Predicted Playing XIs

Sri Lanka (SL):

Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis (wk), Dasun Shanaka (c), Kamindu Mendis, Pavan Rathnayake, Dushan Hemantha, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana

Zimbabwe (ZIM):

Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Sikandar Raza (c), T Marumani (wk), Dion Myers, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Brad Evans, Blessing Muzarabani, Wellington Masakadza, Graeme Cremer