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flag Sri Lanka beat Ireland by 20 runs in their T20 World Cup 2026 opener, thanks to a strong spin bowling performance and a late surge in batting.

flag Sri Lanka defeated Ireland by 20 runs in their T20 World Cup 2026 opener at Colombo, posting 163 for six after struggling at 87 for four. flag Kamindu Mendis smashed 44 off 19 balls, while Kusal Mendis scored 56 not out off 43, powering a 67-run partnership. flag Ireland chased 164 but collapsed from 105 for two, bowled out for 143 in 19.5 overs. flag Maheesh Theekshana took 3-23 and Wanindu Hasaranga claimed 3-25 despite hamstring discomfort, with Sri Lanka’s spinners key to the victory.

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