Ireland vs Oman, 22nd Match, Group B T20 World Cup 2026 Match Prediction – IRE vs OMA Today Match Preview, Pitch Report & Toss Prediction

IRE vs OMA Betting Tips

• Match Winner: Ireland to Win.
• Top Ireland Batter: Harry Tector
• Top Oman Batter: Mohammad Nadeem
• Top Ireland Bowler: Mark Adair
• 1st Innings Total (If Ireland Bat First): 150–170 runs
• 1st Innings Total (If Oman Bat First): 120–130 runs

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Ireland vs Oman Match Prediction & Analysis

Ireland and Oman meet in what is effectively a pride contest in Group B. Both teams sit at the bottom of the table with zero points after heavy defeats in their opening games. A top-two finish is no longer in reach, but there’s still plenty to play for.

Ireland’s campaign has been turbulent. They lost heavily to Australia by 67 runs and were earlier beaten by Sri Lanka by 20 runs. Their bowling lacked control in the Powerplay against Australia, conceding 64 runs early, and the death overs proved costly again with 53 runs leaked in the final five overs. The batting also struggled, collapsing to 27/4 before eventually folding for 115.

Oman, meanwhile, endured a crushing 105-run defeat to Sri Lanka. After conceding 225/5 at over 11 runs per over, their chase never gained momentum. Mohammad Nadeem’s unbeaten 53 was the lone bright spot in an innings that finished at 120/9.

The quality gap between the two sides is noticeable. Ireland have more experience at this level and hold a 4–2 advantage in six T20Is played against Oman. They are also unbeaten in their last three T20Is against them.

On balance, Ireland look better equipped to handle conditions in Colombo, especially if their spinners find rhythm in the middle overs.

IRE vs OMA Head to Head (T20Is)

IRE vs OMA Head to Head (T20I World Cup)

IRE vs OMA Team Preview

Ireland

Ireland’s recent form reads LLWWL. They defeated UAE twice convincingly but stumbled against stronger sides.

Harry Tector has been consistent, scoring 299 runs in his last 10 T20Is. George Dockrell played a fighting 41 off 29 balls in the previous match, while Lorcan Tucker added 24. However, early collapses have hurt them badly. With Paul Stirling likely ruled out due to a calf injury, Tim Tector is expected to step up at the top of the order.

Mark Adair picked up 2 wickets in the last game but conceded 44 runs. Matthew Humphreys and Dockrell offered control through the middle overs. Ireland’s bowling unit needs better death-over execution, especially on a surface that can grip and assist spin.

IRE Probable Playing XI- Tim Tector, Ross Adair, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Curtis Campher, Benjamin Calitz, George Dockrell, Gareth Delany, Mark Adair, Barry McCarthy, Matthew Humphreys

Oman

Oman’s recent form reads LLWLW. The 105-run defeat to Sri Lanka exposed gaps in both bowling discipline and batting stability.

Mohammad Nadeem scored 53 off 56 balls in the last match but lacked support. Wasim Ali’s 27 off 20 was brisk but not enough to change momentum. Oman have struggled to build partnerships after losing early wickets.

Jiten Ramanandi picked up 2 wickets but conceded 41 runs. Sufyan Mehmood leaked 60 runs in 4 overs at an economy of 15. Control has been a major issue, especially in the Powerplay. Against a disciplined Ireland side, Oman will need early breakthroughs to stay competitive.

OMA Probable Playing XI- Aamir Kaleem, Jatinder Singh (c), Hammad Mirza, Wasim Ali, Mohammad Nadeem, Jiten Ramanandi, Vinayak Shukla (wk), Sufyan Mehmood, Nadeem Khan, Shah Faisal, Jay Odedra

IRE vs OMA Pitch Report

The surface at SSC Cricket Ground, Colombo has been fairly balanced in this tournament. Early swing available for seamers also spinners dominate the middle overs. No team in day matches has crossed 150 so far.

• Average first-innings score: 147
• Competitive total: 160+
• Dew factor: Minimal (Overnight dew)

IRE vs OMA Weather Report

• Temperature: Around 29°C
• Sky Conditions: Overcast
• Rain: 0%
• Wind Speed: 3-6 km/h

No major weather interruptions expected.

IRE vs OMA Toss Prediction

Two of the last three matches at this venue have been won by the team bowling first. Morning conditions offer movement early on, while batting becomes easier later.

Toss prediction: Bowl first.

Ireland vs Oman Winning Prediction

Ireland came into this match with stronger head-to-head numbers and greater depth in both batting and bowling. While their campaign hasn’t gone as planned, they remain a more balanced unit compared to Oman.

Oman’s hopes hinge on Mohammad Nadeem anchoring the innings and their bowlers finding early control; something they haven’t managed consistently so far.

Ireland should have enough firepower and experience to secure their first win of the tournament.

Final Prediction: Ireland to win

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