AUS vs SL Playing 11, T20 World Cup 2026: Australia vs Sri Lanka Predicted Lineups

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Australia are up against Sri Lanka in a crucial T20 World Cup 2026 encounter on Monday (February 16) at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy.

Sri Lanka enters with momentum, having secured convincing wins over Ireland and Oman, showcasing strong batting from Kusal Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, and emerging talents like Kamindu Mendis. Their spinners could exploit home conditions, making it a tough challenge for Australia's aggressive top order.

Australia, defending champions in spirit from recent campaigns, face a must-win scenario after a shocking loss to Zimbabwe left their Super 8 hopes hanging by a thread. Despite wins earlier in the group, injuries (including concerns around Mitchell Marsh) and inconsistent form have put them on the brink. Key players like Travis Head, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, and spinner Adam Zampa will need to fire, especially against Sri Lanka's spin-heavy attack.

This blockbuster pits Australia's experience and firepower against Sri Lanka's flair and crowd support. A Sri Lankan victory could lock their Super 8 spot and push Australia toward elimination peril, while the Aussies aim to bounce back and keep their title defense alive. Expect a thrilling contest under lights, with dew potentially playing a role.

Australia and Sri Lanka T20 World Cup Squads

Australia: Josh Inglis (wk), Travis Head, Cameron Green, Tim David, Glenn Maxwell, Matt Renshaw, Marcus Stoinis, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Matthew Kuhnemann, Mitchell Marsh (c), Xavier Bartlett, Cooper Connolly

Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis (wk), Pavan Rathnayake, Dasun Shanaka (c), Kamindu Mendis, Dunith Wellalage, Dushan Hemantha, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Kusal Perera, Charith Asalanka, Pramod Madushan, Janith Liyanage

Australia vs Sri Lanka Team News, Playing 11

Mitchell Marsh is likely to return for the Aussies in this massive encounter, which may lead to Glenn Maxwell's departure from the playing 11. Marcus Stoinis is also fit and ready to play this match. The hosts may not want to make many changes but Kamil Mishara's form is a concern, which can pave the way for Kusal Perera.

AUS vs SL Predicted Lineups

Australia: Mitchell Marsh (c), Travis Head, Josh Inglis (wk), Cameron Green, Tim David, Matt Renshaw, Marcus Stoinis, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Matt Kuhnemann

Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera, Kusal Mendis (wk), Pavan Rathnayake, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka (c), Dushan Hemantha, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana