Sri Lanka National Cricket Team Vs New Zealand National Cricket Team Match scorecard reveals interesting figures of T20 clashes between them. New Zealand having an upper hand over Sri Lanka in T20 showcases their hard work, talent, and competitive spirit. The SL vs NZ head-to-head record in T20 is a long history of several thrilling and nail-biting face-offs.
The first T20 between the teams occurred on 22 December 2012, when Sri Lanka registered their first T20 victory against New Zealand by 18 runs. The history of T20 clashes between both teams has experienced mixed emotions, having won some matches and lost some. Since the first battle, both teams have continued giving tough competition to each other in the T20s, keeping their respective fans glued to the game.
Sri Lanka vs New Zealand head-to-head record in T20
The Lankan Lions have played 23 T20 matches with New Zealand. Out of the 23 matches, the Lankans have won 9 matches (2 of which were won in a super over), and the Kiwis have won 13 battles. Additionally, 1 battle was concluded without any result.
| Total Matches | 23 |
| SL Won | 9 (including the 2 super-over wins) |
| NZ Won | 13 |
| SL Loss | 13 |
| NZ Loss | 9 (including the 2 super over loss) |
| Draw | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 1 |
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SL vs NZ Head-to-Head Record at Home Ground in T20
Lankans Record at Away Ground against Kiwis in T20
The Kiwis hosted the Lankan Lions at their home ground 8 times. Out of the 8 battles, 2 favored Sri Lanka, whereas 6 victories were under the name of Kiwis, a clear advantage of home ground. Additionally, there is no history of ties or results without a conclusion.
| Total Matches | 10 |
| SL Won | 2 |
| NZ Won | 6 |
| SL Loss | 6 |
| NZ Loss | 2 |
| Draw | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
Kiwis Record at Away Ground against Sri Lanka in T20
Kiwis have played 8 matches in Lankan’s home ground. Out of the 8 clashes, 3 victories were registered by the Lankan Lions, whereas 4 matches were won by Kiwis. Besides, there is 1 match that was concluded without the results.
| Total Matches | 8 |
| NZ Won | 3 |
| SL Won | 4 |
| NZ Loss | 4 |
| SL Loss | 3 |
| Draw | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 1 |
Sri Lanka vs New Zealand head-to-head record at Neutral Venue in T20
There is a history of 7 battles between the Lankans and Kiwis. Out of those battles, 4 victories were recorded by Sri Lanka and 3 results favored New Zealand. Additionally, there is no history of ties or unyielded results.
| Total Matches | 7 |
| SL Won | 4 |
| NZ Won | 3 |
| SL Loss | 3 |
| NZ Loss | 4 |
| Draw | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
Sri Lanka National Cricket Team Vs New Zealand National Cricket Team Stats & Records in T20
Highest Score in SL vs NZ T20 Match
New Zealand holds the record for the highest score in the Lankan vs Kiwi T20 battle. They scored 196 runs with 8 wickets down on 2 April 2023 at Auckland during the SL vs NZ series.
Highest Score by New Zealand against Sri Lanka in T20
The highest score of the Kiwis against the Lankan Lions stands at 196 runs. They scored 196 runs while being 8 wickets down on 2 April 2023 at Auckland during the Lankan vs Kiwis series.
Highest Score by the Lankan Lions against New Zealand in T20
The highest-ever total by the Lankan Lions against the Kiwis is 196 runs. The Lankans made this score while being 5 wickets down on the same day, i.e., 2 April 2023 at Auckland during the Sri Lankan team’s visit to New Zealand.
Lowest Total in SL vs NZ T20 Match
The lowest-ever score in the SL vs NZ T20 battle stands at 60 runs. The Kiwis hold the record for the lowest score in the Lankan vs Kiwis T20 battle. The score was recorded on 31 March 2014 at Chattogram during the World T20 series.
Lowest Score by Kiwis against Sri Lanka in T20 Match
The lowest score of New Zealand against the Lankans stands at 60 runs. This lowest score was recorded at Chattogram on 31 March 2014 during the World T20 series.
Lowest Score by the Lankans against New Zealand in T20 Match
The lowest total set by the Lankan Lions against the Kiwis was 92 runs. They registered their lowest total on 22 May 2010 at Lauderhill during the New Zealand vs Sri Lanka T20I Series.
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Sri Lanka National Cricket Team Vs New Zealand National Cricket Team Stats: Individual Records in SL vs NZ T20 Rivalry
Most runs & Highest Score in the Lankans vs Kiwis rivalry
Ross Taylor from New Zealand holds the record for most runs in Sri Lanka vs New Zealand T20 battle. Whereas, Tillakaratne Dilshan is the Lankan player with the record for most runs against the Kiwis. Glenn Phillips, the Kiwi player is the batsman with the most no. of runs against the Lankans. From the Sri Lankan team, Angelo Mathews holds the record for most runs.
| Stats | Sri Lanka | New Zealand |
| Most Runs | Tillakaratne Dilshan (324 runs) | Ross Taylor (342 runs) |
| Highest scorer | Angelo Mathews (104 runs) | Glenn Phillips (81* runs) |
Most Wickets & Best Bowling in Sri Lanka vs New Zealand T20 Rivalry
The very famous Lasith Malinga, former bowling spearhead holds the record for most no. of wickets against the Kiwis. Alongside, Trent Boult from New Zealand has the most wickets of the Lankans. Rangana Herath from the Lankan team has the best bowling figures against the Kiwis. Whereas, from the Kiwis, it is Adam Milne who holds the best bowling stats against the Lankan Lions.
| Stats | Sri Lanka | New Zealand |
| Most Wickets | Lasith Malinga (20 wickets) | Trent Boult (10 wickets) |
| Best bowling | Rangana Herath (5/3) | Adam Milne (5/26) |
Sri Lanka National Cricket Team Vs New Zealand National Cricket Team Timeline: T20
The rivalry between the Black Caps and the Lankans is no less than an adventure for the spectators as well as for their respective fans. Starting on 22 December 2012 when Sri Lanka yielded their initial T20 win against New Zealand with an 18-run victory, there have been many instances remembered till now.
The Sri Lanka National Cricket Team Vs New Zealand National Cricket Team Timeline has some memorable incidents on grounds like the World T20 series of 2014 when Rangana Herath took 5 wickets by giving just 3 runs on 31 March 2014 against the Kiwis. The moment for the Kiwis came during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup of 2022 when Glenn Phillips scored 104 runs against the Lankan Lions on 29 October 2022, with the Kiwis eventually winning the match.
This rivalry has continued over the years giving their respective fans the joy of some thrilling and exciting matches. Additionally, the T20 game between the Lankans and Black Caps also keeps the spectators glued to the game because there are many twists and turns.
| Match Date | Result | Venue |
| 22/12/2006 | Sri Lanka won by 18 runs | Sky Stadium |
| 26/12/2006 | New Zealand won by 5 wickets | Eden Park |
| 15/09/2007 | Sri Lanka won by 7 wickets | Wanderers Stadium |
| 16/06/2009 | Sri Lanka won by 48 runs | Trent Bridge |
| 02/09/2009 | New Zealand won by 3 runs | R Premadasa Stadium |
| 04/09/2009 | New Zealand won by 22 runs | R Premadasa Stadium |
| 30/04/2010 | New Zealand won by 2 wickets | Providence Stadium |
| 22/05/2010 | New Zealand won by 28 runs | Central Broward Regional Park |
| 23/05/2010 | Sri Lanka won by 7 wickets | Central Broward Regional Park |
| 27/09/2012 | Sri Lanka won in the super over after scores were tied | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium |
| 30/10/2012 | No Result | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium |
| 21/11/2013 | Sri Lanka won by 8 wickets | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium |
| 31/03/2014 | Sri Lanka won by 59 runs | Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium |
| 07/01/2016 | New Zealand won by 3 runs | Bay Oval |
| 10/01/2016 | New Zealand won by 9 wickets | Eden Park |
| 11/01/2019 | New Zealand won by 35 runs | Eden Park |
| 01/09/2019 | New Zealand won by 5 wickets | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium |
| 03/09/2019 | New Zealand won by 4 wickets | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium |
| 06/09/2019 | Sri Lanka won by 37 runs | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium |
| 29/10/2022 | New Zealand won by 65 runs | Sydney Cricket Ground |
| 02/04/2023 | Sri Lanka won in the super over after scores were tied | Eden Park |
| 05/04/2023 | New Zealand won by 9 wickets | University Oval |
| 08/04/2023 | New Zealand won by 4 wickets | Queenstown Events Centre |
Sri Lanka National Cricket Team Vs New Zealand National Cricket Team Match Scorecard: Last 5 T20 Matches
1. Sri Lanka National Cricket Team Vs New Zealand National Cricket Team Match Scorecard: Sri Lanka tour of New Zealand 2023 – 3rd T20
- Queenstown
- April 08, 2023
- New Zealand won the toss and elected to field first.
- Sri Lanka 182/6
- New Zealand 183/6
- New Zealand registered victory with 4 wickets and 1 ball to spare
- Man of the Match – Tim Seifert
2. Sri Lanka National Cricket Team Vs New Zealand National Cricket Team Match Scorecard: Sri Lanka tour of New Zealand 2023 – 2nd T20
- Dunedin
- April 05, 2023
- New Zealand decided to field first after winning the toss.
- Sri Lanka 141
- New Zealand 146/1
- New Zealand emerged victorious with 9 wickets and 3 balls to spare
- Man of the Match – Adam Milne
3. Sri Lanka National Cricket Team Vs New Zealand National Cricket Team Match Scorecard: Sri Lanka tour of New Zealand 2023 – 1st T20
- Auckland
- April 02, 2023
- New Zealand elected to field first after winning the toss.
- Sri Lanka 196/5
- New Zealand 196/8
- The match tied but Sri Lanka emerged the winner in the tiebreaker
- Man of the Match – Charith Asalanka
4. Sri Lanka National Cricket Team Vs New Zealand National Cricket Team Match Scorecard: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2022
- Sydney
- October 29, 2022
- New Zealand elected to bat first after winning the toss.
- Sri Lanka 102
- New Zealand 167/7
- New Zealand recorded their victory by 65 runs
- Man of the Match – Glenn Phillips
5. Sri Lanka National Cricket Team Vs New Zealand National Cricket Team Match Scorecard: New Zealand tour of Sri Lanka 2019 – 3rd T20
- Kandy
- September 06, 2019
- Sri Lanka chose to bat first after winning the toss.
- Sri Lanka 125/8
- New Zealand 88
- Sri Lanka emerged victorious by 37 runs
- Man of the Match – Lasith Malinga
