Sri Lanka stuns New Zealand in Women's T20 World Cup match
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 6:23 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Sri Lanka has delivered a surprise setback to New Zealand's Women's T20 World Cup title defense with a five-wicket victory in Southampton. Key performances led to New Zealand's defeat, leaving them on the brink of elimination in the tournament. The loss significantly impacts New Zealand's chances as they look ahead in the competition. Sri Lanka's triumph comes as they seek to advance further in the tournament.
- •Sri Lanka defeated New Zealand by five wickets.
- •The match took place in Southampton.
- •New Zealand is now at risk of elimination from the tournament.
- •Sri Lanka looks to build momentum in the competition.
- 6:23 PMBBC Sport — Sri Lanka stun NZ to put title defence on the brink
"Watch highlights as Sri Lanka deliver a shock blow to New Zealand's hopes of defending their Women's T20 World Cup title after a shock five-wicket defeat in Southampton.
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