Wednesday’s T20 World Cup 2026 encounter in Colombo saw Australia overpower Ireland by a whopping 67 runs, etching their name in the record books for the second-largest such victory. Only their 81-run win over Sri Lanka in 2010 stands taller.
Batting first at R Premadasa Stadium, Australia amassed 182/6. Early momentum came from the 49-run alliance between Josh Inglis (37) and Cameron Green (21 off 11), forged in 23 balls. Renshaw (37) and Stoinis (45 off 29) then added 61 crucial runs for the fifth wicket in 44 deliveries.
Ireland’s bowlers, led by Mark Adair’s two wickets, struggled to contain the onslaught. In reply, Ireland managed just 115 all out in 16.5 overs. Dockrell’s 41 off 29 and Tucker’s 24 offered resistance, but Australia’s spin duo dominated: Ellis 4/12, Zampa 4/23, and Kuhnemann 1.
The result vaults Australia to the summit of Group B. With eyes on Zimbabwe next on February 13, this win signals their intent to chase glory in the tournament.