Ireland have named a strong squad for the T20 World Cup 2026. Twelve players from the previous edition have kept their places. The squad also includes new faces. Tim Tector, Ben Calitz and Matthew Humphreys have earned selection.
This will be Ireland’s ninth appearance at the tournament. Their best runs came in 2009 and 2022. In both editions, they reached the second round. They also recorded famous wins against former champions West Indies and England.
Ireland men’s selector Andrew White believes the team is ready to improve. He said the squad is eager for the challenge. He added that the team has learned from recent setbacks and wants to put things right.
White said the group will be tough. He pointed out that Ireland will face the hosts and other strong sides. Still, he said the players will play without fear. He also noted that Ireland have played in this region often in recent years. He feels that experience will help the team prepare well.
Ireland will begin their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 campaign in Sri Lanka. Their group stage matches will be played across Colombo and Pallekele.
Ireland will face Sri Lanka on February 8 in Colombo. They will then play Australia on February 11 at the same venue. Ireland meet Oman on February 14 in Colombo. Their final group match is against Zimbabwe on February 17 in Pallekele.
The squad will be led by Paul Stirling. The team also includes Mark Adair, Ross Adair, Ben Calitz, Curtis Campher, Gareth Delany, George Dockrell, Matthew Humphreys, Josh Little, Barry McCarthy, Harry Tector, Tim Tector, Lorcan Tucker, Ben White and Craig Young.
