Colombo, Feb. 10 -- Australia are set to begin their ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 campaign against Ireland at the R Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo on Wednesday, with the match scheduled to start at 3 pm IST.
The Kangaroos enter as overwhelming favorites, carrying a spotless record against Ireland in previous T20 World Cups and boasting victories in their last three matches at the Colombo venue. Pre-match predictions peg Australia's chances of victory, highlighting the gulf in form and experience between the two sides.
Australia's lineup is brimming with firepower, led by captain Mitchell Marsh, explosive batsmen Glenn Maxwell, Cameron Green, and Tim David, and a balanced bowling attack spearheaded by Nathan Ellis and A...