Sri Lanka VS Oman

ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 match today, February 12, at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium,Sri Lankawill be without star all-rounderWanindu Hasaranga, who has been ruled out of the tournament due to injury.Dushan Hemanthahas been named as his replacement in the squad.Sri Lanka vs Oman: Probable Playing XIs

These five players are expected to have the most significant impact:1. Kusal Mendis (Sri Lanka)

• Role: Wicketkeeper-Batter
• Why to Watch: He is currently in exceptional form and recently jumped six spots to 12th in the ICC Men’s T20I Batter Rankings. People will look to him for an explosive start in the powerplay; he recently scored an unbeaten 56 to guide Sri Lanka past Ireland.

2. Maheesh Theekshana (Sri Lanka)

• Role: Mystery Spinner
• Why to Watch: With Wanindu Hasaranga out of the tournament due to injury, Theekshana is now the leader of the spin attack. He is coming off a dominant 3/23 performance against Ireland and is known for his ability to bowl difficult “mystery” deliveries during the powerplay and middle overs.

3. Pathum Nissanka (Sri Lanka)

• Role: Opening Batter
• Why to Watch: Widely considered the “anchor” of the Sri Lankan lineup, Nissanka provides stability at the top. Fans will be watching to see if he can replicate his recent high-scoring form, which includes a maiden T20I century against India and a 98* against Zimbabwe late last year.

4. Matheesha Pathirana (Sri Lanka)

• Role: Fast Bowler
• Why to Watch: Known as “Baby Malinga” for his slingy action and high pace, Pathirana is a major threat at the death. People will be looking for his trademark yorkers, which have already earned him 9 wickets in his last five matches.

5. Vinayak Shukla (Oman)

• Role: Batter
• Why to Watch: He is Oman’s most dangerous attacking threat, carrying a high strike rate of 140.88. After a solid 39 (24) in a warm-up against Sri Lanka A, fans will watch to see if he can take on the senior Sri Lankan bowling attack to give Oman a fighting chance.