IRE vs OMA Match Prediction : 22nd Match, ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, 2026
IRE vs OMA Win Probability
73%
Ireland
27%
Oman
Ireland To Win, 1.30
Ireland holds a psychological edge, having won each of their last 3 encounters against Oman
This is a virtual knockout game; the loser is all but eliminated, and Ireland has the experience to handle this pressure better
Player for player, Ireland’s batting lineup is significantly deeper and more explosive than Oman’s
IRE vs OMA Betting Tips
Harry Tector to score over 20.5 runs
Harry Tector has firmly established himself as Ireland’s most consistent batter since the start of 2025, amassing over 300 runs with an impressive average north of 40 runs per inning. His consistency is key for bettors; he has crossed the 21-run mark in 8 of his last 14 innings, a run that includes three half-centuries. Furthermore, Tector averages 25 in his three previous outings against Oman. Given Ireland’s top-order wobbles, Tector will likely have plenty of time at the crease to build an inning, making this a high-value selection.
Highest individual score Under 61.5 runs
The surface at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) is notoriously difficult for explosive batting. Historical data supports a lower ceiling for individual scores here; only one of the last four matches played at this venue has produced an individual score of 62 or higher. With both Ireland and Oman struggling to find consistent rhythm with the bat, and the pitch likely to offer assistance to bowlers, a massive individual century or high 80s score looks unlikely.
Team form (Last 5 matches)
Ireland
Oman
Ireland is fighting for survival in the ongoing T20 World Cup. Following two opening defeats, they face Oman in a must-win clash this weekend. The match is scheduled for Saturday at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo.
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Ireland vs Oman Head-to-Head Record
The two nations have crossed paths 6 times in T20 cricket. Ireland holds the advantage with 4 victories, while Oman has secured 2 wins.
Ireland vs Oman Live-streaming and Broadcast
| Country | TV Channel | Live Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| India | Star Sports Network | Disney+ Hotstar App |
| Pakistan | PTV Sports, Ten Sports | Myco App, Tamasha App |
| Australia | — | Amazon Prime Video |
| England (UK) | Sky Sports (Cricket/Main Event) | SkyGO, NOW, Sky Sports App |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | Willow by Cricbuzz App |
| West Indies | ESPN Caribbean | ESPN Play Caribbean |
| South Africa | SuperSport | SuperSport App |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Sport Now, Sky Go |
| Sri Lanka | Maharaja TV (TV1, Sirasa, Shakti) | ICC.tv / Maharaja TV Website |
| Bangladesh | Nagorik TV | Toffee |
| UAE & MENA | CricLife MAX | StarzPlay, StarzON |
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IRE vs OMA Team Previews
Ireland
Ireland’s World Cup campaign is on life support after losing their first two matches. A third loss here would effectively end their tournament, adding massive stakes to this fixture.
The primary concern has been the opening partnership. Veterans Ross Adair and Paul Stirling have struggled to negotiate the new ball, placing immense pressure on the middle order to rebuild from early collapses.
However, their experience cannot be discounted, and they are due for a big score. The middle order looks solid with the in-form Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker, and Benjamin Calitz.
Ireland’s all-round depth is their biggest asset. Curtis Campher, Gareth Delany, and George Dockrell provide balance. Dockrell, in particular, has been a standout performer, currently leading the team in runs and sitting as the joint-highest wicket-taker. He will lead the spin attack alongside Delany and Matthew Humphreys.
In the pace department, Mark Adair has been a wicket-taker (3 wickets) but needs to control his economy rate, while Barry McCarthy will look to provide tight support.
Ireland Expected Playing 11
Paul Stirling (C), Ross Adair, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (WK), Curtis Campher, Benjamin Calitz, George Dockrell, Gareth Delany, Mark Adair, Barry McCarthy, Matthew Humphreys
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Oman
Oman enters this contest reeling from a heavy defeat against Sri Lanka on Thursday. That loss pushed them to the bottom of the group standings and decimated their Net Run Rate (NRR), leaving them in a precarious position.
Oman's batting lineup was exposed in the previous match, with the notable exception of Mohammad Nadeem. Playing his first game of the tournament, Nadeem scored a gritty half-century while wickets fell around him. He will be the lynchpin of the middle order, alongside Hammad Mirza and Vinayak Shukla. The concern for Oman is the lack of depth; if the top five fail, they lack the firepower in the lower order to post a competitive total.
Openers Aamir Kaleem and Jatinder Singh must provide a steady start to protect that fragile middle order. With the ball, new-ball operators Jiten Ramanandi and Sufiyan Mehmood have shown promise, taking 5 wickets combined, but the spin department has struggled to contain runs in the middle overs.
Oman Expected Playing 11
Aamir Kaleem, Jatinder Singh (C), Hammad Mirza, Wasim Ali, Mohammad Nadeem, Jiten Ramanandi, Vinayak Shukla (WK), Sufiyan Mehmood, Nadeem Khan, Shah Faisal, Jay Odedra
IRE vs OMA Toss Prediction
Trend analysis suggests chasing is the preferred option here. In the last 5 matches at this venue, 3 were won by the team batting second. We expect the captain winning the toss to bowl first.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
Expect a balanced contest between bat and ball. The SSC pitch generally allows the ball to come onto the bat nicely once the shine wears off, allowing settled batters to play their shots. However, seamers will find movement with the new ball, and as the game progresses, the surface tends to slow down, bringing spinners into play during the second half.
A first-innings score of around 170 runs should be par. Weather-wise, conditions are expected to be overcast, and there is a slight chance of drizzle interrupting play.
IRE vs OMA : Who Will Win?
We are backing Ireland to win this match. Despite their poor start to the tournament, they possess a superior squad with greater batting depth and a more versatile bowling attack compared to Oman. While Oman will be desperate to stay alive, Ireland’s experience in high-pressure games should see them over the line.
Bet on Ireland to win.
