Summary
Sri Lanka lost to New Zealand by 61 runs in a T20 World Cup match, leading to their exit from the tournament. New Zealand's strong finish in their batting innings and effective bowling prevented Sri Lanka from reaching the target. New Zealand can still advance to the semi-finals if they win their next game against England.
Key Facts
- Sri Lanka lost to New Zealand in the T20 World Cup by 61 runs.
- New Zealand scored 168 runs in their 20 overs; Sri Lanka scored 107.
- Mitchell Santner and Cole McConchie scored key runs for New Zealand.
- Matt Henry took two important early wickets for New Zealand.
- Rachin Ravindra took four wickets and scored 32 runs for New Zealand.
- Sri Lanka needed to win to stay in the tournament but were eliminated after this loss.
- New Zealand can reach the semi-finals if they beat England in their next match.
- Sri Lanka's next match is against Pakistan.
