Who is favored to win in Sri Lanka vs Australia?
Australia are favored to win against Sri Lanka with moneyline odds around 1.65, thanks to their formidable recent form of 17 wins in 24 T20Is since the last World Cup and bolstered spin attack including Adam Zampa and Glenn Maxwell, ideal for Pallekele's spin-friendly pitches, while Sri Lanka struggle with batting woes on home tracks as admitted by captain Dasun Shanaka with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.
What time is Sri Lanka vs Australia?
The match starts on February 16, 2026, at 7:00 PM local time (Sri Lanka Time, UTC+5:30) at Pallekele, equivalent to 1:30 PM UTC.
Where is Sri Lanka vs Australia being held?
The game is at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Pallekele, Sri Lanka, a picturesque venue known for spin-friendly pitches and scenic hill country backdrop with a capacity of around 35,000, hosting Australia's group stage clash.
Sri Lanka vs Australia prediction & odds - who wins?
Australia are predicted to win with odds of 1.65 on the moneyline, leveraging their strong record against spin conditions as warned by Zampa and recent series triumphs over West Indies, South Africa, and New Zealand, while Sri Lanka's middle order has faltered recently with low strike rates on turning tracks.
What is the head to head record between Sri Lanka vs Australia?
In T20Is, Australia hold a dominant head-to-head record over Sri Lanka with 13 wins to Sri Lanka's 6 in 20 matches, including key victories in recent encounters; at World Cups, Australia lead with high-scoring thrillers averaging over 160 runs per innings on similar venues.
