SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, Super 8

The Super 8 clash between Sri Lanka and New Zealand in the 46th match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup at the R. Premadasa Stadium on 25 February 2026 is almost a must-win fixture for both these teams as the hosts enter under pressure after a heavy defeat to England in their first Super 8 clash. The Lankan side relies heavily on Pathum Nissanka at the top and the spin duo of Maheesh Theekshana and Dunith Wellalage to use Colombo’s traditionally turning surface.

Meanwhile, New Zealand has been steady throughout the tournament and consists of a balanced unit featuring some of the most dangerous batsmen in the world, such as Tim Seifert and Finn Allen, along with the middle-order firepower of Glenn Phillips.

The Blackcaps hold an edge in the SL vs NZ H2H record in the T20 format. In-form batters Pathum Nissanka and Glenn Phillips are the most crucial Dream11 picks for this match, and as per our SL vs NZ Dream11 team prediction, they should be backed as captains in your fantasy combinations.

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Match Details

SL vs NZ Dream11 Team Today Stats

SL vs NZ Toss Prediction

In the 46th fixture of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, Mitchell Santner is likely to lean towards a chase if New Zealand call it right. For the SL vs NZ Dream11 prediction today match, fielding first appears to be the better approach at the R. Premadasa Stadium. The numbers slightly favour the team bowling first, with 36 victories recorded by chasing sides out of 64 T20 contests, while teams batting first have secured 27 wins.

Record of Chasing Teams at R. Premadasa Stadium

SL vs NZ Playing 11 (Probable)

SL vs NZ Top Run Scorers and Leading Wicket Takers

SL vs NZ Captain and Vice Captain Choice

Top Picks for SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction

Budget Picks for SL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction

Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match

• Keepers: K Mendis, T Seifert
• Batters: P Nissanka(c), R Ravindra
• All-rounders: G Phillips, K Mendis, M Santner, D Hemantha
• Bowlers: M Theekshana, D Wellalage(vc), L Ferguson

Best Dream11 Team Today

• Keepers: F Allen(vc), K Mendis, T Seifert
• Batters: P Nissanka
• All-rounders: D Shanaka, G Phillips(c), J Neesham
• Bowlers: M Theekshana, M Henry, D Wellalage, L Ferguson

Note: Sportsdunia has prepared a fantasy team for SL vs NZ based on their experience in fantasy cricket.

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SL vs NZ H2H Record

Disclaimer: This team is based on the analysis, calculated odds, and past experience of the author. While selecting your team, consider the analysis only as supporting data while making your own decision. Sportsdunia does not work with insider news and will not be responsible for any monetary loss to the users following the analysis.