Defending champions Australia take on Zimbabwe in a Group B clash at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo today, with both teams riding high after convincing opening victories.
Australia bounced back from their pre-tournament struggles with a comprehensive 67-run win over Ireland, with Nathan Ellis and Adam Zampa claiming four wickets each.
Zimbabwe announced their arrival with an eight-wicket demolition of Oman, their pacers dismantling the opposition before Brian Bennett and Tadiwanashe Marumani chased down the target comfortably.
This will be the tournament’s first 11 AM start at the venue, potentially offering early assistance to bowlers, with scattered afternoon thunderstorms threatening DLS complications. Let’s explore where you can catch this intriguing contest live.
Australia vs Zimbabwe Match Details – T20 World Cup 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Australia vs Zimbabwe (19th Match, Group B) |
| Date | Friday, February 13, 2026 |
| Venue | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo |
| Time | 11:00 AM LOCAL / 5:30 AM GMT / 11:00 AM IST |
| Series | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
Where to Watch AUS vs ZIM T20 World Cup 2026 Live?
Australian fans can watch the match live on Fox Cricket and Nine Network, with streaming available on Amazon Prime Video and Kayo. Zimbabwean viewers can access the game through ICC.tv and SuperSport. Indian audiences can tune in via Star Sports and JioHotstar.
Live Streaming by Country
| Country | TV Broadcaster | Streaming Platform |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | Fox Cricket, Nine Network | Amazon Prime Video, Kayo |
| Zimbabwe | SuperSport | SuperSport App, ICC.tv |
| India | Star Sports | JioHotstar |
| Pakistan | PTV Sports, Ten Sports, ASports | Myco, Tapmad, Tamasha |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports | Sky Go, NOW |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | Willow by Cricbuzz |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Go, TVNZ+ |
| South Africa | SuperSport | SuperSport App, DStv |
| Sri Lanka | TV Supreme, Dialog TV | ICC.tv, Sirasa TV |
| Rest of World | Varies by country | ICC.tv |
Live Streaming Apps For T20 World Cup 2026
For fans on the go, several mobile apps offer live streaming of T20 World Cup 2026 matches. Here’s a comprehensive list of official streaming applications:
| App Name | Available In | Platform | Subscription |
|---|---|---|---|
| JioHotstar | India | iOS, Android | Free with Jio / Paid Premium |
| ICC.tv | Global | iOS, Android, Web | Pay-per-match / Tournament pass |
| Willow by Cricbuzz | USA, Canada | iOS, Android | Subscription required |
| Sky Go | UK, New Zealand | iOS, Android | Sky subscription required |
| Kayo Sports | Australia | iOS, Android, Web | Subscription required |
| Amazon Prime Video | Australia, Select regions | iOS, Android, Fire TV, Web | Prime membership required |
| SuperSport App | South Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa | iOS, Android | DStv subscription required |
| TVNZ+ | New Zealand | iOS, Android, Web | Free with ads |
| NOW | United Kingdom | iOS, Android, Web | Day/Month pass available |
| Tapmad | Pakistan | iOS, Android | Free & Premium tiers |
| Tamasha | Pakistan | iOS, Android, Web | Subscription required |
The Australia vs Zimbabwe T20 World Cup 2026 match will be broadcast live on Fox Cricket and Nine Network in Australia, with streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Kayo. Zimbabwean viewers can watch on SuperSport with ICC.tv streaming, while Indian fans can access the match via Star Sports and JioHotstar.
Australia vs Zimbabwe Probable XIs – T20 World Cup 2026
Australia continues without Mitchell Marsh (groin) and Tim David (hamstring), though both are progressing well in recovery.
Travis Head leads in Marsh’s absence. Zimbabwe’s Brendan Taylor retired hurt against Oman with what Blessing Muzarabani described as “a little cramp,” and scans will determine his availability. If cleared, Zimbabwe are likely to field an unchanged winning combination.
Australia Probable XI: Travis Head (c), Josh Inglis (wk), Cameron Green, Matt Renshaw, Cooper Connolly, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Nathan Ellis, Xavier Bartlett, Matthew Kuhnemann, Adam Zampa
Zimbabwe Probable XI: Brian Bennett, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Dion Myers, Brendan Taylor (wk), Sikandar Raza (c), Ryan Burl, Tashinga Musekiwa, Brad Evans, Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani
R. Premadasa Stadium – Pitch Report & Stats
The tournament’s first 11 AM start at R. Premadasa Stadium creates uncertainty, potentially giving bowlers an early advantage before conditions ease. The venue historically favors chasing, with 35 of 61 T20s won batting second. However, batting first and setting targets has proven effective recently, as Australia demonstrated against Ireland. Scattered afternoon thunderstorms could trigger DLS, making early momentum crucial.
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T20 Stats At R. Premadasa Stadium
| Statistic | Record |
|---|---|
| Total T20 Matches | 61 |
| Matches won batting first | 25 |
| Matches won bowling first | 35 |
| Average 1st innings Score | 143 |
| Average 2nd innings Score | 128 |
| Highest total recorded | 215/5 (19.4 Ovs) by BAN vs SL |
| Lowest total recorded | 80/10 (17.2 Ovs) by AFG vs ENG |
| Highest score chased | 215/5 (19.4 Ovs) by BAN vs SL |
| Lowest score defended | 115/6 (20 Ovs) by RSA vs SL |
