NZ-W vs ZIM-W Match Prediction, 3rd ODI, – Who Will Win? Top Batter and Top Bowler Picks | Zimbabwe Women Tour of New Zealand 2026
10 Mar 2026
SL vs ZIM Today Match Prediction: T20 World Cup 2026 – Who Will Win? Top Batter and Top Bowler Picks
SL vs ZIM Match Prediction 38th Match: Sri Lanka (SL) and Zimbabwe (ZIM) are set to lock horns in the 38th Match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.
If you’re searching for today’s match prediction for Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe, you’re in the right place.
The T20I clash will be played on Thursday, February 19, at the R.Premadasa Stadium, Khettarama, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Match Prediction
Loading…
Match Prediction available during live match
SL vs ZIM Match Prediction (Pre-Match)
| Question | Answer |
| Winner Prediction | Sri Lanka is to win this match. |
| Most Runs | Kusal Mendis (SL), Brian Bennett (ZIM) |
| Most Wickets | Maheesh Theekshana (SL), Blessing Muzarabani (ZIM) |
| Most SIX | Sri Lanka to hit more sixes |
| Most 4s | Sri Lanka to hit more 4s |
SL vs ZIM Match Prediction – Team Analysis
Sri Lanka (SL) Team Analysis
Sri Lanka has been in sensational form, winning three matches in a row. They won the last match against Australia by 8 wickets. Pathum Nissanka remained unbeaten at 100 off 52 balls, while Kusal Mendis added 51 runs off 38 balls. In the bowling section, Dushan Hemantha picked up three wickets.
Sri Lanka Team Strength Players:
Kusal Mendis, with 168 runs, is the leading run scorer for SL.
Pathum Nissanka provided a quick start, scoring 100 runs off just 52 balls.
Kamindu Mendis will anchor the middle innings and can swing his arm for a valuable spell.
Pavan Rathnayake played a crucial inning of 28 runs off 15 balls against Australia.
Maheesh Theekshana, with a total of 6 wickets, is the leading wicket-taker for SL.
Also Read – SL vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction (T20 World Cup 2026), in Colombo
Zimbabwe (ZIM) Team Analysis
Zimbabwe have performed exceptionally well in this tournament so far. Their last match was abandoned due to rain. Before that, they defeated a strong team like Australia by 23 runs. In the match, Brian Bennett scored 64 off 56 balls, and Tadiwanashe Marumani also added 56 off 64 balls. Blessing Muzarabani picked up four wickets.
Zimbabwe Team Strength Players:
Brian Bennett provided a quick start, scoring 64 off 56 balls in the last outing.
Tadiwanashe Marumani is a top-order batter who will be responsible for providing a quick start.
Ryan Burl played a helpful knock of 35 runs off 30 balls in the previous encounter.
Sikandar Raza is a solid all-rounder who remained unbeaten at 25 runs on 13 balls.
Blessing Muzarabani, with a total of 7 wickets, is the leading wicket-taker for ZIM.
SL vs ZIM 38th Match Details & Live Streaming:
| Match No. | SL vs ZIM 38th Match Preview |
| Tournament | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Date & Time | Thursday, February 19, 3:00 PM IST |
| Venue | R.Premadasa Stadium, Khettarama, Colombo, Sri Lanka. |
| Live Streaming | Jiohotstar, Star Sports Network |
Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe: Probable Playing 11
Sri Lanka Probable XI: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera, Kusal Mendis (WK), Pavan Rathnayake, Dasun Shanaka, Kamindu Mendis, Dushan Hemantha, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana
Zimbabwe Probable XI: Brian Bennett, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Dion Myers, Sikandar Raza, Ryan Burl, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Brad Evans, Wellington Masakadza, Blessing Muzarabani, Graeme Cremer
Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe Match: Players To Watch Out for
Who will be the top run scorers for Sri Lanka today?
Kusal Mendis is our pick to top-score for Sri Lanka.
| Player | MAT | INNS | NO | RUNS | HS | AVG | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Kusal Mendis | 3 | 3 | 1 | 168 | 61 | 84.00 | 126 | 133.33 | – | 3 | 1 | 18 |
| 2. Pathum Nissanka | 3 | 3 | 1 | 137 | 100 | 68.50 | 86 | 159.30 | 1 | – | 6 | 13 |
| 3. Pavan Rathnayake | 3 | 3 | 1 | 93 | 60 | 46.50 | 52 | 178.85 | – | 1 | 1 | 14 |
Who will be the top run scorers for Zimbabwe today?
Brian Bennett is our pick to top-score for Zimbabwe.
| Player | MAT | INNS | NO | RUNS | HS | AVG | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Brian Bennett | 2 | 2 | 2 | 112 | 64 | – | 92 | 121.74 | – | 1 | – | 14 |
| 2. Tadiwanashe Marumani | 2 | 2 | – | 56 | 35 | 28.00 | 32 | 175.00 | – | – | – | 12 |
| 3. Ryan Burl | 2 | 1 | – | 35 | 35 | 35.00 | 30 | 116.67 | – | – | – | 4 |
Who will pick the most wickets for Sri Lanka in the match?
Pick: Maheesh Theekshana to take the most wickets for Sri Lanka.
| Player | MAT | INNS | OVR | RUNS | WK | BBI | AVG | ECN | SR | 4W | 5W | MD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Maheesh Theekshana | 3 | 3 | 12 | 71 | 6 | 3/23 | 11.83 | 5.92 | 12.00 | – | – | – |
| 2. Dushmantha Chameera | 3 | 3 | 9 | 80 | 5 | 2/19 | 16.00 | 8.89 | 10.80 | – | – | – |
| 3. Dushan Hemantha | 2 | 2 | 8 | 82 | 4 | 3/37 | 20.50 | 10.25 | 12.00 | – | – | – |
Who will pick the most wickets for Zimbabwe in the match?
Pick: Blessing Muzarabani to take the most wickets for Zimbabwe.
| Player | MAT | INNS | OVR | RUNS | WK | BBI | AVG | ECN | SR | 4W | 5W | MD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Blessing Muzarabani | 2 | 2 | 8 | 33 | 7 | 4/17 | 4.71 | 4.13 | 6.86 | 1 | – | 1 |
| 2. Brad Evans | 2 | 2 | 7.2 | 41 | 6 | 3/18 | 6.83 | 5.59 | 7.33 | – | – | – |
| 3. Richard Ngarava | 1 | 1 | 4 | 17 | 3 | 3/17 | 5.67 | 4.25 | 8.00 | – | – | 1 |
Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe: Which Team Will Score More Sixes?
We expect Zimbabwe to hit more sixes in this match
Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe, Which Team Will score more fours?
We expect Zimbabwe to hit more fours in this match.
Who will win today’s SL vs ZIM 38th Match?
Zimbabwe has a more experienced and talented batting line-up, which makes them look like the more balanced side. Moreover, Brian Bennett and Blessing Muzarabani are in fine form, which is another good sign for ZIM.
Prediction: MyFinal11 expert is backing Zimbabwe to win this match.
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on player stats, form, and match conditions. Cricket is unpredictable; consider other factors before making decisions.
