Get the best SL vs IRE match 6 preview, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and data for the 6th encounter of the T20 World Cup 2026. Expert examination and more with Sri Lanka vs Ireland.
SL vs IRE Preview Match 6 Dream11 Prediction
Sri Lanka face Ireland in Match 6 of the T20 World Cup 2026 at R. Premadasa Stadium Colombo on February 8. The battle starts at 7:00 PM IST as the tournament opener for both Group B teams. Sri Lanka enters as the clear favourites with a perfect T20I record against Ireland and home advantage.
Ireland needs their in-form batters to perform exceptionally well to challenge the hosts in this SL vs IRE clash.
Pitch Report and Weather Update
R. Premadasa Stadium’s pitch traditionally offers a slow surface assisting spinners throughout the T20 World Cup 2026 games. Batters need to build innings patiently on this pitch before accelerating scoring rates later. Chasing teams enjoy success here due to the dew factor in evening games played.
Winning the toss becomes crucial for captains deciding batting order at this venue tonight. The weather stays good with minimal rain chances at Colombo stadium today making conditions perfect. The temperature ranges between 24-29°C making conditions comfortable for players out there tonight.
Sri Lanka vs Ireland Head-to-Head Record
Total Matches: 3
Sri Lanka: 3
Ireland: 0
Possible Playing 11s (Predicted)
Sri Lanka (SL) Playing XI
Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis, Pavan Rathnayake, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka (c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Matheesha Pathirana
Ireland (IRE) Playing XI
Paul Stirling (c), Ross Adair, Harry Tector, Ben Calitz, Lorcan Tucker, George Dockrell, Gareth Delany, Mark Adair, Barry McCarthy, Matthew Humphreys, Craig Young
SL vs IRE Dream11 Team Prediction
Wicketkeeper: Kusal Mendis, Lorcan Tucker (vc)
Batsmen: Pathum Nissanka (c), Kamil Mishara, Paul Stirling, Harry Tector
All-rounders: Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, George Dockrell
Bowlers: Maheesh Theekshana, Mark Adair
Captain Choices for the Dream11 Prediction
- Pathum Nissanka makes a brilliant captain choices for your team today
- Lorcan Tucker can score big points as captain or vice-captain pick
Sri Lanka vs Ireland Preview: Players to Avoid
- Eshan Malinga is ruled out of today’s Playing XI lineup
- Ben White might not get selected for this Playing XI either
This SL vs IRE match prediction report suggests an exciting contest for the T20 World Cup 2026. Today’s fantasy Cricket Tips suggest that the toss and pitch will favour the chasing side. Captain choices should be from in-form players. Win probability suggests SL have 60% chances to win and 40% for IRE.
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