Ireland vs Zimbabwe, 32nd Match, Group B
On February 17, 2026, Ireland and Zimbabwe renew their intense rivalry at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy for a crucial Group B fixture. With Zimbabwe returning to the World Cup stage after missing 2024, and Ireland led by the veteran Paul Stirling, this match is widely seen as a potential knockout game for Super 8 qualification, especially given the strength of group heavyweights Australia and Sri Lanka.
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- Match Info
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Ireland vs Zimbabwe, 32nd Match, Group B
17 Feb, 2026, 3:00 PM
Pallekele International Stadium
More about Ireland vs Zimbabwe, 32nd Match, Group B
1. When and where is the match being played?
The match is scheduled for Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy, Sri Lanka. The match will begin at 3:00 PM IST.
2. Which group are these teams in?
Both teams are in Group B, which includes Australia, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, Ireland, and Oman.
3. Who are the captains for this match?
Ireland is captained by Paul Stirling, while Zimbabwe is led by their talismanic all-rounder Sikandar Raza.
4. What is the head-to-head history in T20 World Cups?
Their most recent World Cup meeting was in 2022 (Hobart), where Zimbabwe defeated Ireland by 31 runs. Zimbabwe missed the 2024 edition, making this their first World Cup encounter since that match.