T20 World Cup Day 6: India, Sri Lanka & Nepal Take the Stage

In today’s scheduled 16th match for the T20 World Cup 2026 Day 6, Sri Lanka defeated Oman by 105 runs.

​Sri Lanka decided to bat first and posted 225/5. Now call it a sturdy performance of their bowlers, who posed a big challenge for Oman batters and prevented them from chasing the target.

​Lankan bowlers knocked out Oman at 120/9, clinching victory for Sri Lanka. Pavan Rathnayake was declared ‘Player of the Match’.

​The match started at 11:00 AM at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Pallekele, Sri Lanka.

Upcoming T20 World Cup Day 6 Matches: Know The Contenders

Now, since the Group B match between Sri Lanka and Oman has ended with the Lankans ’ victory, let’s give you a preview of the other two upcoming matches today.

Nepal vs Italy, 17th Match, Group C

The Group C 17th match between Nepal and Italy has already begun at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai at 3:00 PM.

​Both teams will aim to make their mark in the tournament. Nepal has proven its prowess in T20 cricket with its attacking bowling, active fielding, and a batting unit featuring seasoned batters.

​Italy, on the other hand, will strive to perform at its best against the opponent, with its power-hitting batting and strategic bowling.

​They have a fusion of local talent and players with experience in European leagues. For Italy, taking wickets early will bring Nepal under pressure.

​This match is crucial for both teams, as it will be a golden opportunity to earn points and remain active in the group.

Team Nepal Squad

• Rohit Paudel (Captain)
• Aasif Sheikh (Wicket keeper)
• Kushal Bhurtel
• Dipendra Singh Airee
• Aarif Sheikh
• Lokesh Bam
• Gulsan Jha
• Karan KC
• Nandan Yadav
• Sandeep Lamichhane
• Lalit Rajbanshi

Team Italy Squad

• Harry Manenti (Captain)
• Gian Meade (Wicket keeper)
• Anthony Mosca
• Justin Mosca
• JJ Smuts
• Ben Manenti
• Marcus Campopiano
• Grant Stewart
• Jaspreet Singh
• Crishan Kalugamage
• Ali Hasan

India vs Namibia, 18th Match, Group A

The next 18th match of Group A will see India compete against Namibia, who are likely to have the upper hand with their power hitters and quality bowling.

​India will make every effort to bring the game into their favour and increase their run rate.

​Namibia has performed strongly in recent tournaments.

​Their main strength rests on disciplined bowling and tight fielding. Namibia is confident in its ability to respond to India’s bowling attack and post a competitive score.

​While India will aim to conclude the match in their favour sooner, Namibia will also come prepared, determined to compete with the tournament’s top performers.

Team India Squad

• Suryakumar Yadav (Captain & skipper)
• Sanju Samson
• Ishan Kishan
• Tilak Varma
• Shivam Dube
• Hardik Pandya
• Rinku Singh
• Axar Patel
• Varun Chakaravarthy
• Jasprit Bumrah
• Arshdeep Singh

Team Namibia Squad

• Gerhard Erasmus (Captain)
• Louren Steenkamp
• Jan Frylinck
• Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton
• JJ Smit
• Zane Green (Wicket keeper)
• Dylan Leicher
• Ruben Trumpelmann
• Willem Myburgh
• Bernard Scholtz
• Max Heingo

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