Ireland's game against Zimbabwe in Pallekele was rained off, ending their involvement at the T20 World Cup. Photograph: Abijith Addhya/InphoIreland have been knocked out of the T20 World Cup after rain in Pallekele saw their must-win clash against Zimbabwe abandoned without a ball being bowled. Defeats to Sri Lanka and Australia combined with victory over Oman left Ireland needing a win on Tuesday to keep alive their slim hopes of progression from Group B. Had they beaten Zimbabwe and results elsewhere gone their way, it would be determined by net run rate who out of Ireland, Zimbabwe or Australia would join leaders Sri Lanka in moving on. The Ireland women’s side will compete in their own T20 World Cup in June, travelling to England for matches.

Source: The Irish Times February 17, 2026 15:51 UTC