SL vs Oman Today Match Prediction & Fantasy Tips: Dream11 Team Today, Playing XI, Pitch Report & Who Will Win Sri Lanka vs Oman Match? | T20 WC 2026 Match 16
- Published: February 11, 2026
- Updated: February 11, 2026
- By AllCric Team
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Sri Lanka and Oman will face off in Match 16 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on 12 February. Sri Lanka started their campaign well with a 20-run win over Ireland, posting 45/1 in the powerplay and will target 50+ against Oman on their home ground. Oman had a horrible outing with the bat in their last match, with none of their top five batters reaching double digits, which is a serious concern going into this game.
For your SL vs OMA Dream11 prediction, Sri Lanka’s batting depth and home conditions give them a clear advantage. When picking your SL vs OMA Dream11 team today, focus on Sri Lanka’s top order batters and spinners who should thrive at Pallekele.
Our SL vs OMA today match prediction strongly favors Sri Lanka, though Oman will hope their top order finally delivers. Sri Lanka’s experience and home advantage make them heavy favorites to win this one comfortably.
Match Details
- Match: Sri Lanka vs Oman, 16th Match
- Tournament: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026
- Date: 12 February 2026
- Time: 11:00 AM IST
- Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
SL vs OMA Pitch Report
Pallekele offers a balanced surface with decent assistance for spinners as the match progresses. Batters can score freely early on, but timing becomes harder later in the innings, making rotation of strike crucial.
Average 1st Innings Score: 165
Competitive Total: 175–180
Weather Report – Pallekele
- Conditions: Mostly cloudy
- Temperature: 26–29°C
- Humidity: High
- Rain Chances: Low (20–25%)
- Wind: Light easterly breeze
SL vs OMA Recent Performances
Sri Lanka (SL)
Last 5 matches: W L L L W
Sri Lanka come into this match after a scrappy but important win over Ireland. Kusal Mendis anchored the innings with 56, while the bowling unit, led by Theekshana, controlled the middle overs. They’ll be aiming for a cleaner batting display.
Oman (OMA)
Last 5 matches: W L W W L
Oman had a forgettable outing in their last match, getting bowled out cheaply. Sufyan Mehmood was the lone bright spot with 25 runs and figures of 2/12, but the batting unit needs a major turnaround.
SL vs OMA Head-to-Head
The Sl vs Oma today match is the First-ever T20I encounter between two sides.
SL vs OMA Playing 11
Sri Lanka
Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis (wk), Pavan Rathnayake, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka (c), Dunith Wellalage, Dushan Hemantha / Charith Asalanka, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana
Oman
Jatinder Singh (c), Aamir Kaleem, Hammad Mirza, Wasim Ali, Karan Sonavale, Jiten Ramanandi, Vinayak Shukla (wk), Sufyan Mehmood, Nadeem Khan, Shah Faisal, Shakeel Ahmed
SL vs OMA Toss Prediction
Team winning the toss is likely to bowl first.
The conditions at Pallekele usually favor teams bowling first, especially with some early movement and grip for spinners later on.
Top Picks for SL vs OMA Dream11 Prediction
Batters to Watch
- Kusal Mendis (SL) – Scores of 56, 26, 32, and 37 in last five T20Is
- Pathum Nissanka (SL) – Aggressive powerplay option
- Jatinder Singh (OMA) – 132 runs in qualifiers, key Oman batter
Bowlers to Watch
- Maheesh Theekshana (SL) – 3 wickets vs Ireland, strong on slow tracks
- Matheesha Pathirana (SL) – Effective with the new ball and at the death
- Sufyan Mehmood (OMA) – 25 runs & 2/12 in previous match
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SL vs OMA Dream11 Team Today
Wicketkeeper: Kusal Mendis
Batters: Pathum Nissanka, Jatinder Singh, Vinayak Shukla
All-rounders: Dasun Shanaka, Aamir Kaleem, Sufyan Mehmood
Bowlers: Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Dushmantha Chameera, Nadeem Khan
Captain Options: Kusal Mendis, Maheesh Theekshana
Vice-Captain Options: Pathum Nissanka, Dasun Shanaka
Who Will Win Today?
Sri Lanka have a clear advantage in terms of squad quality, home conditions, and bowling depth. Oman’s batting collapse in the previous match remains a major concern, especially against Sri Lanka’s spin-heavy attack.
Considering form, conditions, and overall balance, most sl vs oma match predictions, today match predictions, and Dream11 expert tips strongly favor the hosts.
✅ Prediction: Sri Lanka to Win
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❓FAQs
Sri Lanka are strong favourites to win today because of home advantage, better batting depth, and a stronger bowling attack.
The Pallekele pitch is balanced. Batters can score early, while spinners get more help as the match goes on.
An average first-innings score is around 165 runs, while 175–180 runs is a competitive total at Pallekele.
Kusal Mendis and Maheesh Theekshana are the best Dream11 captain choices based on form and pitch conditions.
Top Dream11 picks include Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, and Sufyan Mehmood.