T20 WC 2026: Sri Lanka vs Oman pitch report and Pallekele Stadium key stats
The co-hosts began their campaign with a 20-run win over Ireland and will look to carry on the momentum in Pallekele
In match 16 of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, co-hosts Sri Lanka are taking on Oman at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Pallekele today. Oman skipper Jatinder Singh won the toss for the match and invited Dasun Shanaka-led Sri Lanka to bat first.
Sri Lanka vs Oman T20 World Cup 2026: Playing 11
Sri Lanka playing 11: Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis(w), Pavan Rathnayake, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka(c), Dushan Hemantha, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana
Oman playing 11: Aamir Kaleem, Jatinder Singh(c), Hammad Mirza, Wasim Ali, Mohammad Nadeem, Jiten Ramanandi, Vinayak Shukla(w), Sufyan Mehmood, Nadeem Khan, Shah Faisal, Jay Odedra
The co-hosts began their campaign with a 20-run win over Ireland, but the absence of injured all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga — ruled out with a hamstring issue — leaves a significant gap in their attack. Kamindu Mendis’ late blitz and a composed half-century from Kusal Mendis helped mask batting struggles against spin, an area Oman are likely to target again.
Sri Lanka will also hope for stronger contributions from openers Pathum Nissanka and Kamil Mishara. Oman, meanwhile, are aiming to bounce back after an eight-wicket loss to Zimbabwe, where their top order faltered against pace and bounce. Skipper Jatinder Singh will want a more competitive total, with bowlers Sufyan Mehmood and Shah Faisal expected to play key roles if Oman are to challenge the former champions.
Sri Lanka vs Oman T20 World Cup 2026: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium pitch report
The Pallekele International Cricket Stadium is known for its expansive dimensions, making it one of the bigger venues in the country. The surface usually carries a healthy grass covering, offering early assistance to fast bowlers, especially with the new ball under fresh conditions.
Despite that, the ground has produced plenty of high-scoring contests, with first-innings totals generally hovering around the 170–180 mark in T20 cricket. Pacers tend to influence the game heavily here, but spinners can still play a decisive role by building pressure through tight spells, often emerging as wicket-taking options once the ball gets older.
T20 World Cup 2026 Sri Lanka vs Oman: Head-to-head stats at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele
Sri Lanka and Oman will play their first match against each other at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. The two teams have faced each other twice earlier, with Sri Lanka emerging victorious on both occasions.
Most recent T20I match at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele
The most recent T20I match played at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele, was between Sri Lanka and England in January 2026. England, batting first, posted 128 for 9. In reply, Sri Lanka were bundled out for 116 as England walked away with a 12-run victory.
Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele: Key T20I stats
| Category | Stats |
| Total Matches | 30 |
| Matches won batting first | 15 |
| Matches won bowling first | 12 |
| Average 1st innings Score | 166 |
| Average 2nd innings Score | 146 |
| Highest total recorded | 263/3 (20 Ovs) By AUS vs SL |
| Lowest total recorded | 88/10 (16 Ovs) By NZ vs SL |
| Highest score chased | 178/2 (18.4 Ovs) By PAK vs BAN |
| Lowest score defended | 133/10 (16.2 Ovs) By SL vs ENG |