T20WC 2026 SL vs ZIM Playing 11: Dasun Shanaka-led Sri Lanka will square off against Sikandar Raza-led Zimbabwe in the 38th match of the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 on February 19 at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.

Sri Lanka remains unbeaten in the group stages and will be aiming maintain their unbeaten streak ahead of the Super 8s stages.

Meanwhile, Zimbabwe secured two wins, while one game has been abandoned due to rain. Both will be aiming for a win to finish in the top spot in Group B of the T20 World Cup 2026 points table.

Sri Lanka won the toss and opted to bat first. Speaking at the toss, Dasun Shanaka said, “We’ll be batting first because our batsmen need to put runs on the board. So I’m happy to bat first.”

While asked about today Sri Lanka Cricket team players list, he said, “Madushanka comes straight into the XI. Dushmantha Chameera is rested, and Pramod Madushan comes in for him. It’s very tough because it’s a World Cup, and we need our best players in the playing XI. It’s unfortunate, but we have to deal with it. The batsmen have put in outstanding performances, which has given us a lot of confidence,” he added.

“At the same time, Pathirana and Wanindu got injured, but the replacements have done the job really well for us. That’s the key. Also, our fielding has improved a lot. All the key areas we wanted to work on, we’ve done superbly well. Hopefully, we’ll carry that into the next round,” shanaka concluded.

Meanwhile, Sikandar Raza said, “We wanted to bowl first anyway. Looking at the conditions and the chance of drizzle, under lights it plays better from our previous experience. So it’s a win-win situation. ”

“Our bowlers are full of confidence, and the conditions give them the best chance. Hopefully, we can restrict them to a low score. I still think, as a group, it changes a lot for us. Topping the group and going into the Super stage is a big deal.”

“We know there’s going to be a full house as well. It’s about gaining more respect and hopefully turning a few Sri Lankan fans into Zimbabwean fans today. That’s another tick. These are habits – once you build good habits, they stay with you,” concluded Sikandar Raza.

T20WC 2026 SL vs ZIM Playing 11

Sri Lanka Playing 11: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera, Kusal Mendis(w), Pavan Rathnayake, Dasun Shanaka(c), Kamindu Mendis, Dunith Wellalage, Dushan Hemantha, Maheesh Theekshana, Dilshan Madushanka, Pramod Madushan

Zimbabwe Playing 11: Brian Bennett, Tadiwanashe Marumani(w), Ryan Burl, Sikandar Raza(c), Dion Myers, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Wellington Masakadza, Brad Evans, Graeme Cremer, Blessing Muzarabani