Australia v Ireland: T20 World Cup – live

2026-02-11 - 09:05

Updates from the R. Premadasa Cricket Stadium in Colombo Start time is 3pm local/8.30pm AEDT/9.30am GMT Any thoughts? Email James The news has just landed that Aussie captain Mitchell Marsh has been ruled out of this opening match against Ireland having suffered a blow to the groin during training earlier this week. Apologies if you are just dipping into your morning muesli or evening meal but Marsh is suffering with “testicular bleeding” after taking a blow to the groin in training earlier in the week. Poor chap. “He [Marsh] is experiencing ongoing pain and discomfort which is restricting his movement,” say Cricket Australia in their statement. “Scans have confirmed internal testicular bleeding, and he will require a period of rest and rehabilitation. His return to play will be guided by symptom resolution and medical advice. Standby player Steve Smith will travel to Sri Lanka as cover to acclimatise and prepare, should he be required.” Continue reading...