UPDATE: The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Group B fixture between Sri Lanka and Ireland took place on February 8, 2026, at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo. In a thrilling start to their campaign, co-hosts Sri Lanka secured a hard-fought 20-run victory. Batting first, Sri Lanka posted 163/6, anchored by a gritty half-century from Kusal Mendis (56*) and a late flourish from Player of the Match Kamindu Mendis (44 off 19). In response, Ireland’s chase was stifled by a masterful spin display from Wanindu Hasaranga (3/25) and Maheesh Theekshana (3/23), who dismantled the middle order to restrict Ireland to 143 all out in 19.5 overs. With the 2026 T20 World Cup now officially concluded, this match remains a signature defensive victory for the co-hosts. For cricket fans looking to revisit the match highlights, full player statistics, and official media archiving, all the legal broadcasting channels—including Star Sports/JioHotstar (India/Sub-continent), PTV Sports, Myco, Tamasha, and ARY Zapp (Pakistan), and other authorized regional partners (such as Sky Sports in the UK/Ireland)—originally detailed in our guide below, served as the primary official sources for the tournament’s duration.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Since the Sri Lanka vs. Ireland fixture has officially concluded, the details provided below serve as a permanent informational directory for official broadcaster archives, post-match media coverage, and regional rights documentation. This platform does not host live streams or video media; please consult the official ICC website (icc-cricket.com) or the authorized streaming partners listed above for legitimate match archives and historical documentation.
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is heating up as co-hosts Sri Lanka take on a resilient Ireland in a crucial Group B clash. The match is set to take place at the historic R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Sunday, February 8, 2026.
For cricket fans looking for high-quality coverage, here is the ultimate guide to watching the action live across various regions.
Match Details: SL vs IRE
- Event: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 (Match 6)
- Date: Sunday, February 8, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM IST | 1:30 PM GMT | 8:30 AM ET
- Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, Sri Lanka
- Current Standing: Group B
Global Live Streaming & TV Channels
The 2026 tournament is being broadcast to a record-breaking global audience. Whether you’re watching on a big screen or your smartphone, here are the official broadcasters:
Sri Lanka (Host Nation)
Local fans can catch every ball live on Dialog TV and PEO TV. For free-to-air access, TV Supreme will be broadcasting the match. Mobile users can stream via the Dialog Play app or ThePapare.com.
India
In India, the match will be available on the Star Sports Network. Digital viewers can stream the game exclusively on JioHotstar, which offers multiple camera angles and regional commentary in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada.
United Kingdom & Ireland
Sky Sports Cricket and Sky Sports Main Event are the primary broadcasters for the UK and Ireland. Fans in Ireland can also follow the match via the NOW streaming platform. Audio commentary is available through the BBC.
Pakistan
Fans in Pakistan can watch the live telecast on PTV Sports and Myco. Digital streaming is also provided by Tamasha, Tapmad, and ARY Zapp.
USA & Canada
Willow TV continues to be the home for ICC events in North America. Fans can stream the match via the Willow app or through Sling TV.
Australia
Prime Video holds the exclusive rights for the T20 World Cup 2026 in Australia. All matches are available to stream live for Prime members.
How to Watch SL vs IRE for FREE
The ICC provides a free streaming service via ICC.tv for over 80 territories where local broadcast rights haven’t been exclusively sold. Simply register on the official ICC website to access the live feed.
Pitch and Conditions
The R. Premadasa Stadium is famous for its spin-friendly tracks. While seamers might find some movement under the lights, the Sri Lankan trio of Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, and Dunith Wellalage are expected to thrive here. The weather in Colombo is predicted to be humid but clear, with a very low chance of rain.
Predicted Playing XIs
- Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Charith Asalanka (c), Kamindu Mendis, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Matheesha Pathirana, Binura Fernando.
- Ireland: Paul Stirling (c), Andrew Balbirnie, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Harry Tector, Curtis Campher, George Dockrell, Gareth Delany, Mark Adair, Barry McCarthy, Joshua Little, Benjamin White.
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