New Zealand vs Sri Lanka Live Score, T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8: Co-hosts SL face NZ at home in must-win game
In their previous game, they could not chase 147 against England on a slow pitch in Pallekele. Their batters struggled against slower bowling and some shot selection was questioned after the loss.
Batting coach Vikram Rathour said that when the ball is not coming on to the bat, scoring becomes difficult. He added that pushing for singles on a wicket where the ball is stopping was not always a good option.
“It’s a T20 game, so obviously you come into a game, so you are looking to score as many runs as you can. So when the ball is not coming on to the bat, it’s easier said than done,” Sri Lanka’s Indian batting coach Vikram Rathour reflected on the side’s poor poor performance.
“Are there better options? Yes, definitely could have been taken. I thought on a wicket where the ball is stopping, so pushing is not a great idea. A couple of our wickets lost out on guys pushing for a single. I don’t think that was a great option in these conditions,” he added
Sri Lanka’s batting has largely depended on Pathum Nissanka, while Dunith Wellalage has impressed with the ball. Even the pacers have delivered in this tournament. Playing at home, Sri Lanka will look to correct their mistakes and stay alive in the competition.
