Ireland will compete in Group B of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 alongside Australia, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe and Oman, setting up a competitive group stage against both top-ranked and emerging sides. Led by Paul Stirling, Ireland will rely on their experienced batting core, seam-bowling depth and all-round options to stay competitive throughout the group phase. Key matches against Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe are expected to be crucial in shaping Ireland’s chances of progressing to the knockout rounds.
Ireland Upcoming Matches in T20 World Cup 2026
Sri Lanka
Ireland
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Match starts at Feb 08, 7pm IST
7pm IST | 6:30pm PKT | 8:30am EST | 1:30pm GMT | 7pm LOCAL
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Australia
Ireland
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Match starts at Feb 11, 3pm IST
3pm IST | 2:30pm PKT | 4:30am EST | 9:30am GMT | 3pm LOCAL
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Ireland
Oman
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Match starts at Feb 14, 11am IST
11am IST | 10:30am PKT | 12:30am EST | 5:30am GMT | 11am LOCAL
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Ireland
Zimbabwe
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Match starts at Feb 17, 3pm IST
3pm IST | 2:30pm PKT | 4:30am EST | 9:30am GMT | 3pm LOCAL
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Updated Squad of Ireland for T20 World Cup
Ross Adair, Benjamin Calitz, Harry Tector, and Tim Tector form Ireland’s core batting group, blending experience with adaptability. The all-round unit is led by Paul Stirling (Captain), whose leadership and batting all-round skills are pivotal, supported by Gareth Delany. Bowling all-round strength comes from Curtis Campher, George Dockrell, and Matthew Humphreys, adding balance across departments. The wicket-keeping role is handled by the reliable Lorcan Tucker. The bowling attack features pace and control through Mark Adair, Joshua Little, Barry McCarthy, Craig Young, and Benjamin White, giving Ireland a well-rounded squad.
Paul Stirling (Captain), Ross Adair, Benjamin Calitz, Harry Tector, Tim Tector, Gareth Delany, Curtis Campher, George Dockrell, Matthew Humphreys, Lorcan Tucker, Mark Adair, Joshua Little, Barry McCarthy, Craig Young, Benjamin White