Australia vs Ireland
LIVE Match 14 • T20 World Cup 2026 • Colombo (RPS)
Probable XI & Team News
Australia Update: The Aussies are looking formidable. Mitchell Marsh leads a side packed with power hitters. Travis Head at the top is crucial for a fast start. On this Colombo surface, Adam Zampa will be their primary weapon in the middle overs.
Ireland Update: The Irish are known giant-killers. Paul Stirling's aggressive captaincy will be tested against the Australian pace attack. They will rely on Mark Adair's swing and the variations of their spinners to restrict the heavy Australian batting lineup.
- Travis Head
- Josh Inglis (WK)
- Mitchell Marsh (C)
- Glenn Maxwell
- Marcus Stoinis
- Tim David
- Cameron Green
- Pat Cummins
- Mitchell Starc
- Adam Zampa
- Josh Hazlewood
- Paul Stirling (C)
- Andrew Balbirnie
- Lorcan Tucker (WK)
- Harry Tector
- Curtis Campher
- George Dockrell
- Gareth Delany
- Mark Adair
- Barry McCarthy
- Craig Young
- Joshua Little
Match Preview: Australia vs Ireland (Match 14)
Group B heats up as Australia takes on Ireland in Match 14 of the T20 World Cup 2026 at the iconic R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. Australia will look to assert dominance, but Ireland has a knack for upsetting big teams on the world stage.
Pitch Report: R. Premadasa Stadium
The Colombo pitch generally assists spinners in the afternoon games as the track tends to be dry. However, batters can score freely once they get their eye in. A score of 160-170 is considered par. The heat and humidity will play a role in player fatigue.
Key Battles to Watch
- 🚀 Mitchell Starc vs Paul Stirling: Starc's deadly inswinger against Stirling's aggressive intent in the first over.
- 🌪️ Adam Zampa vs Harry Tector: Zampa's leg-spin control against Ireland's best player of spin in the middle overs.
- 💥 Glenn Maxwell vs Mark Adair: The 'Big Show' looking to explode at the death against Adair's clever variations.
FAQs: Australia vs Ireland Live
Q: What time does the AUS vs IRE match start?
A: The match begins at 03:00 PM IST (03:00 PM Local Time) on February 11, 2026.
Q: Where can I watch the live stream?
A: Watch live on the player above. In Australia, the match is available on Amazon Prime Video and Foxtel.
Q: Who is the favorite?
A: Australia is the strong favorite, but Ireland cannot be taken lightly in T20 cricket.