Sri Lanka will face Oman in their Group B clash of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 on Thursday at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, with the hosts aiming to build momentum despite injury concerns. The match is scheduled to begin at 11:00 AM IST.

Sri Lanka enter the contest after registering a 20-run victory over Ireland in their tournament opener. Kusal Mendis anchored the innings with a half-century, while Kamindu Mendis provided late acceleration with a brisk 19-ball 44. However, the team has been dealt a significant setback with star all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga ruled out of the competition due to injury, raising questions about balance and bowling depth going forward.

Oman, meanwhile, will look to recover from a heavy eight-wicket defeat against Zimbabwe in their first outing. The side struggled to compete in both departments during that match and will need a marked improvement against a Sri Lankan team that has shown flashes of strong batting form despite occasional inconsistencies.

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The Sri Lanka vs Oman Group B encounter will be broadcast live on the Star Sports network in India. Viewers can also follow the action via live streaming on the JioHotstar app and website. Broadcast and streaming details are based on information provided by the official broadcaster.

With Group B standings beginning to take shape, Thursday’s fixture could prove crucial for both teams. While Sri Lanka seek to consolidate their position as co-hosts, Oman will aim to keep their qualification hopes alive with a turnaround performance in Pallekele.

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