Australia vs Ireland live streaming: How to watch ICC T20 World Cup game in Australia, US and Canada - Preview, start time and more

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is underway, with 20 teams competing across Sri Lanka and India. Australia begins its campaign on Wednesday, February 11 (Australian time) against Ireland in Colombo. Led by captain Mitchell Marsh, Australia is aiming for a second T20 World Cup title, starting with its Group B opener.

Where to watch Australia vs Ireland in Australia

• TV (Free-to-air): Not available
  
• Live stream: Amazon Prime Video (app and website)
  

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is not being broadcast on free-to-air television in Australia. All matches, including Australia vs. Ireland, will be streamed live on Amazon Prime Video.


New users can sign up for a 30-day free trial, allowing fans to watch the match at no cost.

How to listen to the Australia vs Ireland live broadcast

You can listen to ABC Listen and SEN Radio for Australia vs. Ireland match updates.

Australia vs Ireland match time

• Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, Sri Lanka
  
• Local start time: 3:00 pm (Sri Lanka time)
  

Australian start times

• AEDT: 8:30 pm (Wednesday, Feb 11)
  
• AEST: 7:30 pm
  
• ACDT: 8:00 pm
  
• AWST: 5:30 pm
  

How to watch ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 in the USA & Canada

Cricket fans in the USA and Canada can watch the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 through the tournament’s official broadcast partner in the region.

• Official licensee: Willow TV
  
  
• Linear TV channel: Willow TV
  
  
• Live streaming apps: Willow, CricBuzz
  
  
• Web platforms: willow.tv, cricbuzz.com
  

All matches, including Australia vs Ireland, will be available live on Willow TV’s linear channel and via streaming on the Willow and CricBuzz apps throughout the tournament.

Australia’s Group Matches: How to watch

Australia is placed in Group B, alongside Sri Lanka, Ireland, Zimbabwe, and Oman. All of Australia’s group-stage matches will be played in Sri Lanka and streamed live on Amazon Prime Video.

• Feb 11: vs Ireland - Colombo - 8:30pm AEDT
  
• Feb 13: vs Zimbabwe - Colombo - 4:30pm AEDT
  
• Feb 17: vs Sri Lanka - Kandy - 12:30am AEDT
  
• Feb 21: vs Oman - Kandy - 12:30am AEDT
  

For knockout stage

• Super 8 stage: Begins February 22
  
• Semi-finals: March 5 and 6
  
• Final: Sunday, March 9
  

The final is scheduled to be played in Ahmedabad, India, with Colombo listed as a backup venue if required. All knockout matches will also be available live on Amazon Prime Video in Australia.