Sri Lanka started the campaign in the T20 World Cup 2026 with a win. The team defeated Ireland by 20 runs. So without making any further delay let’s get into the article to check out the highlighting moments of the game.
Highlighting moments of the match between Sri Lanka versus Ireland
Kusal Mendis and Kamindu Mendis showcased an impressive performance with the bat before Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana provided an incredible performance with spin bowling that powered Sri Lanka to register a 20-run win over Ireland.
Kusal scored a brilliant innings by scoring 56 not out off 43 balls while Kamindu Mendis provided the late impetus with a 44 off 19 deliveries, as Sri Lanka recovered from a sluggish start to post a respectable score of 163 with the loss of 6 wickets.
In reply, leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga (3/25) and Maheesh Theekshana (3/23) bowled with superb control and kept things tight, and the team Ireland were dismissed for 143 in 19.5 overs.
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