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February 25, 2026

NZ vs SL Live: NZ Strikes Early, Leaving Sri Lanka In Shock

NZ vs SL Live: NZ Strikes Early, Leaving Sri Lanka In Shock

Henry produced a perfect first over, claiming Nissanka for 0, while Cole McConchie kept the pressure tight, conceding only 6 runs from his first over. Sri Lanka’s top order struggled to get going, with Kusal Mendis unbeaten on 1 off 3 balls and Charith Asalanka on 5 from 8 deliveries.

In the 3rd Over, Henry struck another wicket of SL, Charith Asalanka (5). 

The early dismissals of Nissanka and Asalanka have left Sri Lanka reeling, with their captain, Dasun Shanaka and other middle-order batters yet to face a ball. New Zealand’s disciplined bowling, led by Henry and McConchie, ensures the visitors remain firmly in control.

Any further early wickets could make the target even more challenging in this T20 World Cup 2026 clash.