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Sri Lanka vs Oman Highlights, T20 World Cup 2026: Sri Lanka crush Oman by 105 runs to go top of Group B
Sri Lanka vs Oman Live Score, T20 World Cup 2026: Sri Lanka delivered a statement performance to outclass Oman by 105 runs and move to the top of Group B in the T20 World Cup, thanks to a blistering batting show led by Pavan Rathnayake, Kusal Mendis and skipper Dasun Shanaka. Opting to bowl first backfired for Oman as Sri Lanka posted a daunting 225/5 — their second-highest total in tournament history and the highest score of this edition.
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After a quiet start to the campaign, Rathnayake roared back to form with a stunning 60 from just 28 balls, reaching his maiden T20 World Cup fifty in only 24 deliveries. He combined effectively with Kusal Mendis, who played the senior partner’s role with a composed 61 off 45 balls, striking seven boundaries while rotating the strike smartly. Their 94-run partnership kept Sri Lanka well above the required tempo through the middle overs.
The real carnage arrived at the death as Shanaka, coming off a lean run of scores, exploded with a breathtaking 19-ball half-century — the fastest ever by a Sri Lankan in the T20 World Cup. Kamindu Mendis added the finishing touches with two late sixes as Sri Lanka plundered 65 runs in the final four overs.
Oman’s chase crumbled early when Chameera struck twice with the new ball, while Maheesh Theekshana’s miserly 2/11 choked any hopes of a recovery. A brief counterattack from Wasim Ali and a fighting fifty from veteran Mohammad Nadeem provided some resistance, but wickets kept falling in clusters. Oman eventually slumped to 120/9, unable to cope with the mounting scoreboard pressure.
With two wins in two matches, Sri Lanka now sit atop Group B, sending a strong message to rivals about their batting firepower and bowling discipline.
T20 World Cup: Schedule | Points Table
After a quiet start to the campaign, Rathnayake roared back to form with a stunning 60 from just 28 balls, reaching his maiden T20 World Cup fifty in only 24 deliveries. He combined effectively with Kusal Mendis, who played the senior partner’s role with a composed 61 off 45 balls, striking seven boundaries while rotating the strike smartly. Their 94-run partnership kept Sri Lanka well above the required tempo through the middle overs.
The real carnage arrived at the death as Shanaka, coming off a lean run of scores, exploded with a breathtaking 19-ball half-century — the fastest ever by a Sri Lankan in the T20 World Cup. Kamindu Mendis added the finishing touches with two late sixes as Sri Lanka plundered 65 runs in the final four overs.
Oman’s chase crumbled early when Chameera struck twice with the new ball, while Maheesh Theekshana’s miserly 2/11 choked any hopes of a recovery. A brief counterattack from Wasim Ali and a fighting fifty from veteran Mohammad Nadeem provided some resistance, but wickets kept falling in clusters. Oman eventually slumped to 120/9, unable to cope with the mounting scoreboard pressure.
With two wins in two matches, Sri Lanka now sit atop Group B, sending a strong message to rivals about their batting firepower and bowling discipline.
10:39 (IST) Feb 12
Sri Lanka vs Oman Live Score: Oman win the toss, opt to field
Oman (Playing XI): Aamir Kaleem, Jatinder Singh(c), Hammad Mirza, Wasim Ali, Mohammad Nadeem, Jiten Ramanandi, Vinayak Shukla(w), Sufyan Mehmood, Nadeem Khan, Shah Faisal, Jay Odedra
Sri Lanka (Playing XI): Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis(w), Pavan Rathnayake, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka(c), Dushan Hemantha, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana
Sri Lanka (Playing XI): Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis(w), Pavan Rathnayake, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka(c), Dushan Hemantha, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana
10:37 (IST) Feb 12
Oman (Playing XI) - Jatinder Singh (C), Aamir Kaleem, Hammad Mirza, Wasim Ali, Mohammad Nadeem (IN FOR KARAN SONAVALE), Jiten Ramanandi, Vinayak Shukla (WK), Sufyan Mehmood, Nadeem Khan, Shah Faisal and Jay Odedra (IN FOR SHAKEEL AHMED).
10:36 (IST) Feb 12
Sri Lanka (Playing XI) - Kamil Mishara, Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (WK), Pavan Rathnayake, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka (C), Dushan Hemantha (IN FOR WANINDU HASARANGA), Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana and Matheesha Pathirana.
10:19 (IST) Feb 12
SL vs OMA Live Score: SQUADS!
Sri Lanka: Dasun Shanaka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis, Kamindu Mendis, Kusal Janith Perera, Charith Asalanka, Janith Liyanage, Pavan Rathnayake, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Matheesha Pathirana, Pramod Madushan, Dushan Hemantha.
Oman: Jatinder Singh (c), Aamir Kaleem, Hammad Mirza, Wasim Ali, Karan Sonavale, Jiten Ramanandi, Vinayak Shukla (wk), Sufyan Mehmood, Nadeem Khan, Shah Faisal, Shakeel Ahmed, Mohammad Nadeem, Jay Odedra, Ashish Odedara, Shafiq Jan.
Oman: Jatinder Singh (c), Aamir Kaleem, Hammad Mirza, Wasim Ali, Karan Sonavale, Jiten Ramanandi, Vinayak Shukla (wk), Sufyan Mehmood, Nadeem Khan, Shah Faisal, Shakeel Ahmed, Mohammad Nadeem, Jay Odedra, Ashish Odedara, Shafiq Jan.
09:54 (IST) Feb 12
SL vs OMA T20 World Cup Live Score: ‘One bad game doesn’t define us’: Oman back bounce-back mindset
Wicketkeeper-batter Vinayak Shukla struck a defiant tone ahead of the match, insisting Oman remain confident despite their opening loss.
“We worked hard in the backstage after that game… one bad game doesn’t define you as a team,” he said, underlining the squad’s determination to respond strongly.
Oman arrived early at the venue for extra practice sessions, focusing on tackling spin and building partnerships — areas that proved costly against Zimbabwe.
Shukla’s message reflects a belief that the team’s batting unit can recover quickly and compete at the highest level. With Sri Lanka still searching for consistency in the middle overs and reshaping their bowling combination, Oman will view this clash as an opportunity to turn pressure into a statement performance on the global stage.
“We worked hard in the backstage after that game… one bad game doesn’t define you as a team,” he said, underlining the squad’s determination to respond strongly.
Oman arrived early at the venue for extra practice sessions, focusing on tackling spin and building partnerships — areas that proved costly against Zimbabwe.
Shukla’s message reflects a belief that the team’s batting unit can recover quickly and compete at the highest level. With Sri Lanka still searching for consistency in the middle overs and reshaping their bowling combination, Oman will view this clash as an opportunity to turn pressure into a statement performance on the global stage.
09:53 (IST) Feb 12
Sri Lanka vs Oman Live Score: Oman aim to recover after batting collapse against Zimbabwe
Oman arrive in the contest searching for redemption following an eight-wicket defeat to Zimbabwe, where their batting lineup struggled against pace and extra bounce.
The top five batters failed to reach double digits, exposing vulnerabilities that need urgent attention if they are to challenge Sri Lanka.
Captain Jatinder Singh believes a total in the range of 150-160 will be necessary to give their bowlers a fighting chance.
Despite the disappointing start, Oman’s bowling unit showed promise, with Sufyan Mehmood and Shah Faisal delivering disciplined spells.
Drawing on past memories of their upset win over Ireland in 2016, the team will hope to rediscover that fearless approach and capitalise on Sri Lanka’s middle-overs weaknesses.
The top five batters failed to reach double digits, exposing vulnerabilities that need urgent attention if they are to challenge Sri Lanka.
Captain Jatinder Singh believes a total in the range of 150-160 will be necessary to give their bowlers a fighting chance.
Despite the disappointing start, Oman’s bowling unit showed promise, with Sufyan Mehmood and Shah Faisal delivering disciplined spells.
Drawing on past memories of their upset win over Ireland in 2016, the team will hope to rediscover that fearless approach and capitalise on Sri Lanka’s middle-overs weaknesses.
09:53 (IST) Feb 12
SL vs OMA Live Score: Chameera calls for collective effort after Hasaranga injury
Fast bowler Dushmantha Chameera described Hasaranga’s absence as a “big loss” but insisted the entire bowling unit must step up to fill the void.
“Yes, not having Wanindu is a big loss for the team… I think the entire bowling unit gets the responsibility,” he said, emphasising a shared approach.
Replacement Dushan Hemantha, though relatively inexperienced at the international level, brings versatility as a spin-bowling all-rounder and familiarity with local conditions.
Maheesh Theekshana, who picked up three wickets in the opener, will likely carry increased expectations to lead the spin department.
Chameera also highlighted that Sri Lanka’s bowlers need to adapt to varying boundary sizes and conditions, suggesting tactical flexibility will be key to maintaining their defensive edge without their star spinner.
“Yes, not having Wanindu is a big loss for the team… I think the entire bowling unit gets the responsibility,” he said, emphasising a shared approach.
Replacement Dushan Hemantha, though relatively inexperienced at the international level, brings versatility as a spin-bowling all-rounder and familiarity with local conditions.
Maheesh Theekshana, who picked up three wickets in the opener, will likely carry increased expectations to lead the spin department.
Chameera also highlighted that Sri Lanka’s bowlers need to adapt to varying boundary sizes and conditions, suggesting tactical flexibility will be key to maintaining their defensive edge without their star spinner.
09:52 (IST) Feb 12
SL vs OMA T20 World Cup Live Score: Kamindu’s late charge masks top-order concerns
Kamindu Mendis’ explosive 19-ball 44 provided the finishing flourish Sri Lanka needed against Ireland, lifting the side to a competitive total after a quiet middle phase.
However, the team will expect more consistency from openers Pathum Nissanka and Kamil Mishara, both of whom showed promise but failed to convert starts into impactful scores.
The reliance on late acceleration is a risky formula in high-pressure matches, and Sri Lanka’s think tank will want their top order to set a stronger platform.
Chameera later revealed that Kusal Mendis had been slightly unwell during the previous game, which may have contributed to the lack of running between the wickets.
Even so, improving the transition from powerplay aggression to middle-overs consolidation remains a priority ahead of facing Oman.
However, the team will expect more consistency from openers Pathum Nissanka and Kamil Mishara, both of whom showed promise but failed to convert starts into impactful scores.
The reliance on late acceleration is a risky formula in high-pressure matches, and Sri Lanka’s think tank will want their top order to set a stronger platform.
Chameera later revealed that Kusal Mendis had been slightly unwell during the previous game, which may have contributed to the lack of running between the wickets.
Even so, improving the transition from powerplay aggression to middle-overs consolidation remains a priority ahead of facing Oman.
09:51 (IST) Feb 12
Sri Lanka vs Oman Live Score: Middle-overs struggles expose batting inconsistencies
Despite registering a 20-run victory over Ireland, Sri Lanka’s batting frailties were laid bare during a prolonged middle-overs slowdown.
The 2014 champions failed to hit a single boundary between the seventh and 15th overs once Ireland introduced spin, a phase that Oman are likely to target aggressively.
While Kusal Mendis anchored the innings with a gritty half-century, the inability to rotate strike consistently or clear the ropes put pressure on the lower order. The team management has acknowledged that improving singles and doubles during this phase will be crucial moving forward.
With larger boundary dimensions at certain venues also playing a role, Sri Lanka’s batters must adapt their tempo to avoid stagnation, especially against disciplined spin attacks.
The 2014 champions failed to hit a single boundary between the seventh and 15th overs once Ireland introduced spin, a phase that Oman are likely to target aggressively.
While Kusal Mendis anchored the innings with a gritty half-century, the inability to rotate strike consistently or clear the ropes put pressure on the lower order. The team management has acknowledged that improving singles and doubles during this phase will be crucial moving forward.
With larger boundary dimensions at certain venues also playing a role, Sri Lanka’s batters must adapt their tempo to avoid stagnation, especially against disciplined spin attacks.
09:50 (IST) Feb 12
SL vs OMA Live Score: Sri Lanka seek balance as Hasaranga blow tests bowling depth
Hello and welcome to the live coverage of the ICC T20 World Cup match between Sri Lanka and Oman in Pallekele.
Sri Lanka head into their Group B T20 World Cup clash against Oman with renewed confidence but clear areas to address, particularly after losing star all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga to a hamstring injury.
The former champions began their campaign with a hard-fought win over Ireland, yet the absence of their premier spinner has forced a rethink of both their bowling balance and middle-overs strategy.
Hasaranga’s ability to control the tempo through spin and provide breakthroughs had long been central to Sri Lanka’s plans, and his exit has placed additional pressure on the rest of the attack.
With spin expected to play a major role on familiar conditions, Sri Lanka will look for collective responsibility to replace their talisman as they aim to maintain momentum in the tournament.
Sri Lanka head into their Group B T20 World Cup clash against Oman with renewed confidence but clear areas to address, particularly after losing star all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga to a hamstring injury.
The former champions began their campaign with a hard-fought win over Ireland, yet the absence of their premier spinner has forced a rethink of both their bowling balance and middle-overs strategy.
Hasaranga’s ability to control the tempo through spin and provide breakthroughs had long been central to Sri Lanka’s plans, and his exit has placed additional pressure on the rest of the attack.
With spin expected to play a major role on familiar conditions, Sri Lanka will look for collective responsibility to replace their talisman as they aim to maintain momentum in the tournament.
Sri Lanka vs Oman Live Score, T20 World Cup 2026: Sri Lanka produced a commanding all-round display to crush Oman by 105 runs in their Group B clash of the T20 World Cup on Thursday, riding on fluent half-centuries from Pavan Rathnayake, Kusal Mendis and skipper Dasun Shanaka. The co-hosts piled up a formidable 225/5 after being put in to bat — their second-highest total in T20 World Cup history and the biggest score of the ongoing edition.
Rathnayake set the tone with a blazing 60 off 28 balls, smashing eight fours and a six, while Kusal anchored the innings with a composed 61 from 45 deliveries, registering his second successive fifty. The duo stitched together a brisk 94-run stand, keeping the scoring rate high through the middle overs. Shanaka then unleashed a stunning late assault, hammering a 19-ball fifty — the fastest by a Sri Lankan in the tournament — as Sri Lanka added 65 runs in the last four overs.
Oman’s chase never gained momentum after early strikes from Dushmantha Chameera, who removed skipper Jatinder Singh in the opening over. Maheesh Theekshana’s disciplined spell of 2/11 further tightened the grip, triggering a middle-order collapse that left Oman reeling.
Though veteran Mohammad Nadeem fought hard with a valiant fifty, Oman were eventually restricted to 120/9. The comprehensive win lifted Sri Lanka to the top of Group B with two victories from as many games, underlining their growing dominance in the tournament.
Rathnayake set the tone with a blazing 60 off 28 balls, smashing eight fours and a six, while Kusal anchored the innings with a composed 61 from 45 deliveries, registering his second successive fifty. The duo stitched together a brisk 94-run stand, keeping the scoring rate high through the middle overs. Shanaka then unleashed a stunning late assault, hammering a 19-ball fifty — the fastest by a Sri Lankan in the tournament — as Sri Lanka added 65 runs in the last four overs.
Oman’s chase never gained momentum after early strikes from Dushmantha Chameera, who removed skipper Jatinder Singh in the opening over. Maheesh Theekshana’s disciplined spell of 2/11 further tightened the grip, triggering a middle-order collapse that left Oman reeling.
Though veteran Mohammad Nadeem fought hard with a valiant fifty, Oman were eventually restricted to 120/9. The comprehensive win lifted Sri Lanka to the top of Group B with two victories from as many games, underlining their growing dominance in the tournament.
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