New Zealand suffers fifth defeat to Sri Lanka at Women's T20 World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 5:03 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
New Zealand's Women's T20 World Cup title defense hangs in the balance after a five-wicket loss to Sri Lanka in Southampton. Chasing 151 runs, Sri Lanka secured victory with two balls to spare, led by an unbeaten 54 from Nilakshi de Silva. Both teams entered the match needing a win after previous losses, and New Zealand's fielding woes continued, resulting in critical dropped catches. Their inadequate batting performance also contributed, as they managed only 150 runs. With two final-over defeats now, they face the prospect of elimination from the tournament, while Sri Lanka remains in contention.
- •New Zealand finished with 150-6 in 20 overs.
- •Sri Lanka chased down 151, scoring 153-5 in 19.4 overs.
- •Nilakshi de Silva led Sri Lanka with 54 not out.
- •New Zealand has lost back-to-back matches in the tournament.
- •The result puts New Zealand's progression at risk.
- 5:03 PMYahoo Sports — NZ on the brink after shock defeat by Sri Lanka
- 5:03 PMBBC Sport — NZ on the brink after shock defeat by Sri Lanka
"Defending champions New Zealand suffer back-to-back defeats at the Women's T20 World Cup after another woeful performance in the field.
"Defending champions New Zealand suffer back-to-back defeats at the Women's T20 World Cup after another woeful performance in the field.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 5:03 PMNZ on the brink after shock defeat by Sri Lanka
Defending champions New Zealand suffer back-to-back defeats at the Women's T20 World Cup after another woeful performance in the field.
- BBC SportJun 16, 2026, 5:03 PMNZ on the brink after shock defeat by Sri Lanka
Defending champions New Zealand suffer back-to-back defeats at the Women's T20 World Cup after another woeful performance in the field.
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