Sri Lanka stuns New Zealand to dent Women’s T20 World Cup defense

Sri Lanka secured a surprise victory against defending champions New Zealand in the Women’s T20 World Cup. The win was driven by a strong partnership between Nilakshika Silva and Kaushini Nuthyangana, leaving New Zealand's tournament hopes in jeopardy.
Why it matters
The result significantly alters the competitive landscape of the Women's T20 World Cup, as New Zealand faces early elimination.
Sri Lanka crippled New Zealand s title defense at the Women s Twenty20 World Cup with a comeback victory on Tuesday (June 16, 2026).
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