New Zealand Defeats Sri Lanka By 61 Runs In Colombo

In a decisive match on February 25, 2026, New Zealand eliminated Sri Lanka from the T20 World Cup with a commanding 61-run victory at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. This match marked a significant turning point for New Zealand, highlighted by a remarkable performance from Mitchell Santner and Cole McConchie, who put together a stunning rearguard partnership that bolstered their batting. Santner, who captained the side, stated, "We knew we had to put up a fight, and I’m proud of how the boys responded under pressure." New Zealand's bowling attack was spearheaded by Ravindra, who took four wickets, effectively dismantling the Sri Lankan batting lineup, which ultimately succumbed to a total of 119 runs in response to New Zealand's 180.