SL vs IRE Match Prediction, 6th Match, Group B – Who Will Win? Top Batter and Top Bowler Picks | T20 World Cup 2026
SL vs IRE Match Prediction 6th Match: Sri Lanka (SL) and Ireland (IRE) are set to lock horns in the 6th Match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. If you’re searching for today’s match prediction for Sri Lanka vs Ireland, you’re in the right place.
The T20I clash will be played on Sunday, February 8, at the R.Premadasa Stadium, Khettarama, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
SL vs IRE 6th Match Cricket Match Prediction (Pre-Match)
| Question | Answer |
| Winner Prediction | Sri Lanka is to win this match. |
| Most Runs | Kusal Mendis (SL), Lorcan Tucker (IRE) |
| Most Wickets | Matheesha Pathirana (SL), Matthew Humphreys (IRE) |
| Most SIX | SL to hit more sixes |
| Most 4s | SL to hit more 4s |
SL vs IRE 6th Match Cricket Match Prediction – Team Analysis
Sri Lanka (SL) Team Analysis
Sri Lanka is going through a rough patch. They have managed to win only one match out of the last five. They enter in tho this game after losing a series against England. Dasun Shanaka will lead the team for this tournament, supported by experienced Wanindu Hasaranga, Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis. Forgetting their recent past, they would like to make a fresh start.
Sri Lanka Team Strength Players:
Pathum Nissanka can change the course of the game in the power play.
Kusal Mendis is likely to come at number three and has a compact technique of batting.
Wanindu Hasaranga is regarded as one of the most promising talents of the current-gen cricketers.
Dasun Shanaka is a fine all-rounder who is known for his volatile style of batting.
Matheesha Pathirana is one of Sri Lanka’s best bowlers, capable of taking wickets when needed.
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Ireland (IRE) Team Analysis
Ireland has played consecutive matches in the shortest format of cricket, which has led to an improvement in their performance. They have won four out of their last five matches. The team will be led by Paul Stirling, along with Mark Adair, Curtis Campher and Lorcan Tucker. They would like to replicate their recent past fortunes.
Ireland Team Strength Players:
Paul Stirling has been the backbone of the Irish batting line-up.
Mark Adair is an Irish cricketer who is renowned for his skiddy seam-up deliveries.
Curtis Campher is a talented batting all-rounder and the clean hitter of the ball.
Matthew Humphreys will lead the spin attack for IRE. He has taken 6 wickets in the last three matches.
T Tector is a quality middle order batsman and equally brilliant off-break bowler.
SL vs IRE 6th Match Match Details & Live Streaming:
| Match No. | SL vs IRE 6th Match Preview |
| Tournament | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Date & Time | Sunday, February 8, 7:00 PM IST |
| Venue | R.Premadasa Stadium, Khettarama, Colombo, Sri Lanka. |
| Live Streaming | Jiohotstar, Star Sports Network |
Sri Lanka vs Ireland: Probable Playing 11
Sri Lanka Probable XI:
Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis (wk), Charith Asalanka, Kamindu Mendis, Janith Liyanage, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Dushmantha Chameera
Ireland Probable XI:
Paul Stirling, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Harry Tector, Ross Adair, Curtis Campher, Gareth Delany, George Dockrell/Tim Tector, Mark Adair, Josh Little, Barry McCarthy, Craig Young
Sri Lanka vs Ireland 6th Match, Players To Watch Out for
Who will be the top run scorers for Sri Lanka today?
Kusal Mendis is our pick to top-score for Sri Lanka.
| Player | MAT | INNS | NO | RUNS | HS | AVG | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Kusal Mendis | 3 | 3 | – | 95 | 37 | 31.67 | 63 | 150.79 | – | – | 3 | 12 |
| 2. Pathum Nissanka | 3 | 3 | – | 80 | 34 | 26.67 | 54 | 148.15 | – | – | 6 | 6 |
| 3. Pavan Rathnayake | 2 | 2 | – | 53 | 40 | 26.50 | 37 | 143.24 | – | – | 1 | 6 |
| 4. Kamil Mishara | 3 | 3 | – | 52 | 36 | 17.33 | 41 | 126.83 | – | – | 3 | 4 |
Who will be the top run scorers for Ireland today?
Lorcan Tucker is our pick to top-score for Ireland.
| Player | MAT | INNS | NO | RUNS | HS | AVG | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Curtis Campher | 2 | 2 | 1 | 79 | 54 | 79.00 | 64 | 123.44 | – | 1 | 2 | 5 |
| 2. Lorcan Tucker | 2 | 2 | – | 50 | 38 | 25.00 | 36 | 138.89 | – | – | 2 | 6 |
| 3. Ross Adair | 2 | 2 | – | 49 | 39 | 24.50 | 33 | 148.48 | – | – | 1 | 7 |
| 4. Benjamin Calitz | 2 | 2 | 1 | 40 | 26 | 40.00 | 20 | 200.00 | – | – | 2 | 3 |
Who will pick the most wickets for Sri Lanka in the match?
Pick: Matheesha Pathirana to take the most wickets for Sri Lanka.
| Player | MAT | INNS | OVR | RUNS | WK | BBI | AVG | ECN | SR | 4W | 5W | MD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Dushmantha Chameera | 1 | 1 | 4 | 24 | 5 | 5/24 | 4.80 | 6.00 | 4.80 | – | 1 | – |
| 2. Matheesha Pathirana | 3 | 3 | 12 | 92 | 5 | 2/27 | 18.40 | 7.67 | 14.40 | – | – | – |
| 3. Dasun Shanaka | 3 | 3 | 8 | 59 | 2 | 1/12 | 29.50 | 7.38 | 24.00 | – | – | – |
| 4. Dunith Wellalage | 2 | 2 | 7 | 58 | 2 | 1/28 | 29.00 | 8.29 | 21.00 | – | – | – |
Who will pick the most wickets for Ireland in the match?
Pick: Matthew Humphreys to take the most wickets for Ireland.
| Player | MAT | INNS | OVR | RUNS | WK | BBI | AVG | ECN | SR | 4W | 5W | MD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Gareth Delany | 2 | 2 | 8 | 50 | 5 | 3/26 | 10.00 | 6.25 | 9.60 | – | – | – |
| 2. Matthew Humphreys | 2 | 2 | 7 | 50 | 4 | 3/26 | 12.50 | 7.14 | 10.50 | – | – | – |
| 3. Barry McCarthy | 2 | 2 | 7.5 | 59 | 4 | 2/26 | 14.75 | 7.53 | 11.75 | – | – | – |
| 4. George Dockrell | 2 | 2 | 7 | 24 | 3 | 2/12 | 8.00 | 3.43 | 14.00 | – | – | – |
Sri Lanka vs Ireland: Which Team Will score more sixes?
We expect SL to hit more sixes in this match
Sri Lanka vs Ireland, Which Team Will score more fours?
We expect SL to hit more fours in this match.
Who will win today’s SL vs IRE 6th Match?
SL has a more experienced and talented batting line-up, which makes them look like the more balanced side. Moreover, Sri Lanka has the advantage of playing on their homeground.
Prediction: MyFinal11 expert is backing SL to win this match.
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on player stats, form, and match conditions. Cricket is unpredictable; consider other factors before making decisions.