ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 | 16-Feb-2026 07:00 PM | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
AUS 181/10 (20)
SL 184/2 (18)
Sri Lanka won by 8 wkts
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathum Nissanka* | 100 | 52 | 10 | 5 | 192.31 |
| Pavan Rathnayake | 28 | 15 | 6 | 0 | 186.67 |
| Bowlers | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nathan Ellis* | 3 | 0 | 32 | 0 | 10.67 |
| Adam Zampa | 4 | 0 | 41 | 0 | 10.25 |
Last Wicket:Kusal Mendis c Cooper Connolly b Marcus Stoinis 51(38) - 105/2 in 12.2 ov.
Australia vs Sri Lanka
Australia — Innings 1 (181/10 in 20 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Marsh (c) lbw b Dushan Hemantha | 54 | 27 | 8 | 2 | 200 | |
| Travis Head c Kamindu Mendis b Dushan Hemantha | 56 | 29 | 7 | 3 | 193.1 | |
| Cameron Green st Kusal Mendis b Dunith Wellalage | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 42.86 | |
| Tim David c Dushan Hemantha b Kamindu Mendis | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 120 | |
| Josh Inglis (wk) c Dunith Wellalage b Dushmantha Chameera | 27 | 22 | 3 | 0 | 122.73 | |
| Glenn Maxwell c Pathum Nissanka b Dushan Hemantha | 22 | 15 | 1 | 1 | 146.67 | |
| Marcus Stoinis c Maheesh Theekshana b Dushmantha Chameera | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 66.67 | |
| Cooper Connolly c Kusal Perera b Maheesh Theekshana | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 75 | |
| Xavier Bartlett run out (Kusal Mendis) | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Nathan Ellis not out | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Adam Zampa run out (Kamindu Mendis/Kusal Mendis) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100 | |
| Extras | NoBalls: 1 | Wides: 4 | Total: 5 | |||||
| Total | 181 | 10 wkts, 20 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | ||||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dushmantha Chameera | 4 | 0 | 36 | 2 | 9 |
| Maheesh Theekshana | 4 | 0 | 37 | 1 | 9.2 |
| Matheesha Pathirana | 0.4 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 4.5 |
| Dasun Shanaka | 1.2 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 12 |
| Dushan Hemantha | 4 | 0 | 37 | 3 | 9.2 |
| Dunith Wellalage | 4 | 0 | 33 | 1 | 8.2 |
| Kamindu Mendis | 2 | 0 | 19 | 1 | 9.5 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Marsh & Travis Head | 104 | 51 |
| Mitchell Marsh & Cameron Green | 6 | 9 |
| Mitchell Marsh & Tim David | 6 | 4 |
| Josh Inglis & Tim David | 14 | 12 |
| Josh Inglis & Glenn Maxwell | 30 | 21 |
| Josh Inglis & Marcus Stoinis | 14 | 10 |
| Cooper Connolly & Marcus Stoinis | 3 | 4 |
| Xavier Bartlett & Marcus Stoinis | 3 | 6 |
| Xavier Bartlett & Nathan Ellis | 0 | 2 |
| Adam Zampa & Nathan Ellis | 1 | 1 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Travis Head | 8.3 | 104 |
| 2 | Cameron Green | 9.6 | 110 |
| 3 | Mitchell Marsh | 10.4 | 116 |
| 4 | Tim David | 12.4 | 130 |
| 5 | Glenn Maxwell | 16.1 | 160 |
| 6 | Josh Inglis | 17.5 | 174 |
| 7 | Cooper Connolly | 18.3 | 177 |
| 8 | Marcus Stoinis | 19.3 | 180 |
| 9 | Xavier Bartlett | 19.5 | 180 |
| 10 | Adam Zampa | 20 | 181 |
Sri Lanka — Innings 2 (184/2 in 18 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathum Nissanka not out | 100 | 52 | 10 | 5 | 192.31 | |
| Kusal Perera c Nathan Ellis b Marcus Stoinis | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 | |
| Kusal Mendis (wk) c Cooper Connolly b Marcus Stoinis | 51 | 38 | 6 | 1 | 134.21 | |
| Pavan Rathnayake not out | 28 | 15 | 6 | 0 | 186.67 | |
| Extras | Wides: 4 | Total: 4 | |||||
| Total | 184 | 2 wkts, 18 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Dasun Shanaka (c), Kamindu Mendis, Dushan Hemantha, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xavier Bartlett | 2 | 0 | 22 | 0 | 11 |
| Marcus Stoinis | 4 | 0 | 46 | 2 | 11.5 |
| Nathan Ellis | 3 | 0 | 32 | 0 | 10.7 |
| Cooper Connolly | 3 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 9 |
| Adam Zampa | 4 | 0 | 41 | 0 | 10.2 |
| Glenn Maxwell | 2 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 8 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Pathum Nissanka & Kusal Perera | 8 | 8 |
| Pathum Nissanka & Kusal Mendis | 97 | 66 |
| Pathum Nissanka & Pavan Rathnayake | 79 | 34 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kusal Perera | 1.2 | 8 |
| 2 | Kusal Mendis | 12.2 | 105 |
Match Info
| Match | Australia vs Sri Lanka |
|---|---|
| Series | ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Time | 16-Feb-2026 07:00 PM |
| Venue | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium Pallekele |
| Seating Capacity | 35000 |
| Live Telecast | JioHotstar,Star Sports |
Match Preview: Australia vs Sri Lanka (AUS vs SL)
Australia will face Sri Lanka in a thrilling match on 16-Feb-2026 in ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026. The match will be played at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium at 07:00 PM. Cricket fans can watch the match live on JioHotstar,Star Sports.
Pallekele International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report for AUS vs SL Match 30 Match
The Pallekele Stadium pitch is known for its batting-friendly nature, favouring the batters who often dominate the game. The surface doesn’t offer much assistance to pacers, making it easier for batsmen to find their rhythm and score big runs once they settle in. As the matches move forward, the pitch at Pallekele International Stadium gradually dries up and becomes more favourable for spinners. Considering the impressive spin options available to both teams, it wouldn’t be surprising to witness game-changing performances from the talented spin department.
Pallekele International Cricket Stadium Weather Report Today
Weather during the match time in Pallekele, LK will be rainy. The temperature is expected to around 22°C on the match day with 93% humidity and 7.7 km/h wind speed. And the visibility is 10 KM. There are 100% chances of precipitation during the game.
Match Overview
Australia is known for its strong batting and bowling, while Sri Lanka remains competitive with its recent performances and emerging players. This match is crucial for both teams, as every win can strengthen their position in ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026.
The pitch at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium is generally balanced for both batsmen and bowlers, making this match even more exciting. Australia will look to dominate with its experience and strategy, while Sri Lanka will aim for an upset.
What to watch?
- The competition between Australia batting and Sri Lanka bowling.
- The bowler's impact on the pitch, especially spinners or fast bowlers.
- The strategies of the two captains and their decisions during the game.
Cricket lovers, get ready for this exciting match! Will Australia showcase its strengths, or will Sri Lanka pull off a major upset? Join us live on JioHotstar,Star Sports on 16-Feb-2026 to find out the answer!
