Colombo
R.Premadasa Stadium
164
29
37
Sri Lanka
SL
178/7 (20.0)
Sri Lanka chose to BAT
Zimbabwe
ZIM
182/4 (19.3)
Zimbabwe won by 6 wickets (with 3 balls remaining)
SL vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction, T20 World Cup: Playing XI, Fantasy Winning Team & Pitch Report

Published on Feb 17, 2026

SL vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction, T20 World Cup: Playing XI, Fantasy Winning Team & Pitch Report

The ICC Men's T20 World Cup action heats up as Sri Lanka hosts Zimbabwe in a crucial encounter at the R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. Both teams are coming off wins, but the home advantage for the Lankans could be the deciding factor. Fantasy managers should keep a close eye on in form players like Kusal Mendis and rising star Brian Bennett, who have been consistent point getters. This match promises a battle between Sri Lanka's spin wizards and Zimbabwe's spirited pace attack.

Match Details

  • Match: Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe
  • Date: 19 Feb 2026
  • Time: 15:00 IST (Local Time)
  • Venue: R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo

Live Streaming & Broadcast Details

Fans can catch the action on major sports networks. For digital viewers, the match is available on official streaming apps.

Fans can check the country wise official live streaming and TV broadcast details for this match. To know where you can watch live streaming in your country, visit this complete guide: ICC Men’s World Cup 2026 Live Streaming Channels – Country wise Guide

Weather Report

The weather in Colombo is expected to be warm and humid with temperatures hovering around 31°C. Humidity levels will be high, which might make it physically draining for the fielding side in the afternoon. There is a slight chance of evening showers, but we expect a full game. The Dew factor might come into play during the second innings, potentially aiding the chasing team.

Pitch Report & Venue Stats

The surface at R.Premadasa Stadium is traditionally a spinner's paradise. The data supports this, with Spinner Wickets (37) significantly outnumbering Pacer Wickets (29) in the last 5 matches. The Avg Runs at this venue is 164, suggesting that while runs are available, batsmen must apply themselves against the turning ball.

Fantasy Takeaway: Load your fantasy contests with quality spinners and technical batters who play spin well. Death over bowlers are also valuable here.

Team Form & Head to-Head

Sri Lanka

  • Last 5 Matches: W W W L L
  • Form: They are on a 3-match winning streak, showing dominance at home.
  • H2H: Sri Lanka has won 5 of the recent encounters against this opposition.

Zimbabwe

  • Last 5 Matches: W W L L W
  • Form: A mixed bag, but they have secured 2 consecutive wins recently.
  • H2H: They have managed 3 wins against the hosts historically.

Injury Updates & Player Availability

  • Wanindu Hasaranga is marked as UNAVAILABLE in the squad list.
  • Brendan Taylor is also UNAVAILABLE for selection.
  • Kusal Mendis and Pathum Nissanka are Fully fit and expected to lead the charge for the hosts.

Probable Playing XI

Sri Lanka

Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera, Kusal Mendis, Pavan Rathnayake, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Dushan Hemantha, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana

Zimbabwe

Brian Bennett, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Ryan Burl, Sikandar Raza, Dion Myers, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Brad Evans, Wellington Masakadza, Graeme Cremer, Blessing Muzarabani

Key Players to Watch

  • Kusal Mendis: The wicket keeper batter is in sublime touch, scoring 168 runs in the series with a massive 118.7 Series Avg Points. He is a must have for your major leagues.
  • Brian Bennett: A revelation for Zimbabwe, he has accumulated 112 runs and averages 102.0 fantasy points per match. His consistency makes him a top pick.
  • Maheesh Theekshana: With 6 wickets in the series and playing at a venue that suits his mystery spin, he is a prime candidate for the Vice Captaincy role.
  • Blessing Muzarabani: The pacer has been lethal, taking 7 wickets in the series. He is the strike bowler Zimbabwe relies on for early breakthroughs.
  • Brad Evans: An effective all rounder who has picked up 6 wickets recently. His ability to contribute in both departments adds great value.
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Fantasy Picks

Small League Safe Picks

  • Kusal Mendis
  • Sikandar Raza
  • Pathum Nissanka

Mega League Differential Picks

  • Dunith Wellalage: Selected by fewer users, his left arm spin on this track can be a game changer.
  • Ryan Burl: A high risk, high reward option who can turn the game with both bat and ball.

Match Prediction / Outlook

Given the home conditions and the spin friendly nature of the R.Premadasa Stadium, Sri Lanka starts as the clear favorite. Their spinners are likely to strangle the opposition in the middle overs. However, if Zimbabwe bats first and puts up a score above 170, they have the bowling attack to defend it.

Disclaimer

This analysis is based on current stats and expert understanding. Always check the Final Playing XI and Toss updates before locking your fantasy team.

ICC Men's T20 World Cup SL vs ZIM players T20 past performance, current series performance, projected points and selection percentage.

PlayerBattingBowlingSeries PerformanceLineup selectionMatch Performance
Name
T
R
S
M#BatInnNORunsHSAvgSR50+4/6BowlInnWkOvAvgEcoSR4wBestC/St
M
A. Pt
Pts
Run
Wk
DT
P
S%
C
VC
iDt
#
PTS
Bat
Bowl
Field
Maheesh TheekshanaSLBOWL228RHB8437274155.8269.89023OB2272343.826.157.0922.144/1549388.726606100971.482.044.04215010
Dilshan MadushankaSLBOWL59RHB17829123.2250.8702LFM58563.230.949.220.103/1211100001813090
Sikandar RazaZIMALL354RHB32950719213325.77135.8539892OB,LB2982392.926.457.3621.555/18155260.5121301100483.79.249.234948330
Kamindu MendisSLALL125LHB1081524429926.25130.7214290OB,SLA69302.341.868.083103/2146376.3229632100572.823.915.8516151100
Kusal MendisSLWK209RHB20414578910930.46137.0842758LB100.20-1193118.73561680100392.7920.417.515161200
Pathum NissankaSLBAT167RHB1626461311929.57132.0636610000-55391.7275137033.3187.0827.9812.4111109800
Dasun ShanakaSLALL283RHB25761506413125.83143.1322659RM1591112.126.068.8217.714/16105346.313950033.3631.861.291.76126063416
Dunith WellalageSLALL85LHB55157234518.07105.54086SLA78833.422.537.1518.924/1033354.3163163100736.451.592.2687827398
Kusal PereraSLWK220LHB21315515910226.05136.6638688000-9611313100223.712.472.313544208
Pramod MadushanSLBOWL64RHB2410106257.5789.07011RMF60683.122.488.1116.624/2719000000111.190.080.13205010
Dushan HemanthaSLALL82RHB66148955917.21120.94291LB64823.216.676.615.146/23382801600450844.721.763.111068-2660
Pavan RathnayakeSLBAT32RHB2442454212.25101.23022OB,LB000-14366.319993066.7458.442.783.497827400
Brian BennettZIMALL81RHB809254611135.85138.2917355OB32181.927.838.352014/263221022041120100186.678.1412.4921099700
Ryan BurlZIMALL201LHB1845737427729.46129.712442LB130972.524.557.2620.214/2210825511035150353.321.221.9658943348
Tadiwanashe MarumaniZIMBAT102LHB100622629524.06138.0918311OB000-54267134560100246.321.82368262012
Wellington MasakadzaZIMBOWL126LHB72225455610.9102.83151SLA122973.228.717.1424.134/1160225.5510150813.50.280.37199050
Tony MunyongaZIMBAT74RHB651310067919.34125.593118OB2052.577.47.6860.402/18191121200067.450.380.4614261408
Blessing MuzarabaniZIMBOWL139RHB41177593.1259.5209RFM1351593.622.667.418.324/17202149298071001175.983.785.59730690
Dion MyersZIMBAT49RHB4479339625.21124.565104RM1041.844.759.942702/261421224000511.460.640.76224000
Tashinga MusekiwaZIMBAT70RHB59217353819.34142.99089RM16102.129.78.6520.603/24252163200078.610.460.551713108
Brad EvansZIMALL48RHB256188349.89112.57018RF45753.514.687.0212.555/24202126.525306100977.56.28.4811670630
Graeme CremerZIMBOWL88RHB53194503613.2398.46032LBG84973.620.066.3918.814/171611414000109.10.350.31310307128
Completed matches of Sri Lanka
Teams
Date
Venue
Bat First
Bat Second
Inning 1
Inning 2
Winner
08 Feb - 07:00 PMColomboSri LankaSLIrelandIRE163/6 (20.0)143/10 (19.5) Sri Lanka won by 20 runs
12 Feb - 11:00 AMKandySri LankaSLOmanOMN225/5 (20.0)120/9 (20.0) Sri Lanka won by 105 runs
16 Feb - 07:00 PMKandyAustraliaAUSSri LankaSL181/10 (20.0)184/2 (18.0) Sri Lanka won by 8 wickets (with 12 balls remaining)
19 Feb - 03:00 PMColomboSri LankaSLZimbabweZIM178/7 (20.0)182/4 (19.3) Zimbabwe won by 6 wickets (with 3 balls remaining)
22 Feb - 03:00 PMKandyEnglandENGSri LankaSL146/9 (20.0)95/10 (16.4) England won by 51 runs
25 Feb - 07:00 PMColomboNew ZealandNZSri LankaSL168/7 (20.0)107/8 (20.0) New Zealand won by 61 runs
28 Feb - 07:00 PMKandyPakistanPAKSri LankaSL212/8 (20.0)207/6 (20.0) Pakistan won by 5 runs
Completed matches of Zimbabwe
Teams
Date
Venue
Bat First
Bat Second
Inning 1
Inning 2
Winner
09 Feb - 03:00 PMColomboOmanOMNZimbabweZIM103/10 (19.5)106/2 (13.3) Zimbabwe won by 8 wickets (with 39 balls remaining)
13 Feb - 11:00 AMColomboZimbabweZIMAustraliaAUS169/2 (20.0)146/10 (19.3) Zimbabwe won by 23 runs
17 Feb - 03:00 PMKandyIrelandIREZimbabweZIM Match abandoned without a ball bowled
19 Feb - 03:00 PMColomboSri LankaSLZimbabweZIM178/7 (20.0)182/4 (19.3) Zimbabwe won by 6 wickets (with 3 balls remaining)
23 Feb - 07:00 PMMumbaiWest IndiesWIZimbabweZIM254/6 (20.0)147/10 (17.4) West Indies won by 107 runs
26 Feb - 07:00 PMChennaiIndiaINDZimbabweZIM256/4 (20.0)184/6 (20.0) India won by 72 runs
01 Mar - 03:00 PMDelhiZimbabweZIMSouth AfricaSA153/7 (20.0)154/5 (17.5) South Africa won by 5 wickets (with 13 balls remaining)
Completed matches at R.Premadasa Stadium
Teams
Date
Bat First
Bat Second
Inning 1
Inning 2
Winner
08 Feb - 07:00 PMSri LankaSLIrelandIRE163/6 (20.0)143/10 (19.5) Sri Lanka won by 20 runs
11 Feb - 03:00 PMAustraliaAUSIrelandIRE182/6 (20.0)115/9 (16.5) Australia won by 67 runs
13 Feb - 11:00 AMZimbabweZIMAustraliaAUS169/2 (20.0)146/10 (19.3) Zimbabwe won by 23 runs
15 Feb - 07:00 PMIndiaINDPakistanPAK175/7 (20.0)114/10 (18.0) India won by 61 runs
19 Feb - 03:00 PMSri LankaSLZimbabweZIM178/7 (20.0)182/4 (19.3) Zimbabwe won by 6 wickets (with 3 balls remaining)
25 Feb - 07:00 PMNew ZealandNZSri LankaSL168/7 (20.0)107/8 (20.0) New Zealand won by 61 runs
27 Feb - 07:00 PMNew ZealandNZEnglandENG159/7 (20.0)161/6 (19.3) England won by 4 wickets (with 3 balls remaining)
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