AUS vs SL, Match 30, Cricket Tips: Australia have been going through a rough patch. The injuries have hurt them a lot, and then the poor form of their key players have not done well either. Just two games in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, and they are on the verge of elimination. Their defeat to Zimbabwe hurt them a lot.
Now, they need to make sure that they win their next two group games. Australia will be taking on in-form Sri Lanka on Monday at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium at 7 PM IST. Travis Head had no other choice than winning.
So, we can expect a better show from them. Sri Lanka also had a chance to qualify for the Super 8 with a win here. But if Australia lose, they will be out of the tournament.
AUS vs SL: Match Details
Date: February 16, 2026 (Monday)
Time: 7:00 PM IST
Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele
AUS vs SL Live Streaming Details
Indian fans can watch the live action of the AUS vs SL on the Star Sports Networks. Fans have another chance to watch the game on live stream on the Jio Hotstar app or website.
AUS vs SL Head-to-Head in T20Is
Total Matches: 26
Australia: 15
Sri Lanka: 10
No-Result: 1
AUS vs SL: Ground Pitch Report
Pallekele International Stadium has a slow surface, and bowlers will dominate here. The first innings will be better to bat because early on the wicket will be a little firm. But in the second innings, the wicket will be slow, and under light, the ball will move more for the first few overs.
AUS vs SL: Possible XIs
Australia: Travis Head (c), Josh Inglis (wk), Matt Renshaw, Cameron Green, Tim David, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Nathan Ellis, Ben Dwarshuis, Adam Zampa, Matthew Kuhnemann
Sri Lanka: Kamil Mishara, Pathum Nissanka, Pavan Rathnayake, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka (c), Dunith Wellalage, Dushan Hemantha, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana
AUS vs SL: Player to Watch Out For
Probable Best Batter
Being a captain, it is important for Travis Head to perform, and we all know that he is capable of winning games alone. For Sri Lanka, Kusal Mendis is scoring runs consistently and giving good starts to his team.
Probable Best Bowler
Nathan Ellis has been the go-to bowler for Australia. He is using his pace well and getting assistance from the wicket. For Sri Lanka, Maheesh Theekshana is the key, with his form and ability.
Today Match Prediction: Australia are under pressure, and they become more dangerous in such situations. Hence, we predict Australia to win this game.
Disclaimer: The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.