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R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, Pitch Report, Weather Report for AUS vs ZIM- Match 19, T20 World Cup 2026



Premadasa Stadium to host AUS vs ZIM [Source: X]Premadasa Stadium to host AUS vs ZIM [Source: X]

After securing a dominant 67-run victory over Ireland, Australia are ready to take on Zimbabwe in their second group-stage match of the ongoing T20 World Cup. The much-awaited contest will be played at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. 

Despite missing their regular skipper, Mitchell Marsh, due to an unfortunate groin injury, Australia had a dream start to the T20 World Cup. Riding on valuable contributions from Josh Inglis, Marcus Stoinis and Matt Renshaw, Australia posted a massive total of 182 runs on the board. 

In response, Ireland suffered a batting collapse and were bundled out for 115 runs, with Adam Zampa and Nathan Ellis emerging as Australia's go-to men with the ball. 

On a similar note, Zimbabwe crushed Oman by eight wickets to get a resounding start to the T20 World Cup. The Chevrons outplayed their opponents across all departments and secured an emphatic victory, courtesy of exceptional individual performances from Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Brad Evans and Brian Bennett. 

As both teams aim to extend their unbeaten streaks, here we provide the R. Premadasa Stadium pitch report and the Colombo weather report for the AUS vs ZIM match. 

R. Premadasa Stadium Pitch Report for AUS vs ZIM- Match 19, T20 World Cup 2026

Criterion
Details
Matches played2
Won by the team batting first2
Won by the team bowling first0
NR/Tied0/0
Average score batting 1st172.5
Average score batting 2nd129
Average run rate7.86
% of wickets by pacers40
% of wickets by spinners60

(R. Premadasa Stadium T20I records in T20 World Cup 2026)

The R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo has hosted two matches in the T20 World Cup so far. The team batting first has won both the games, registering an average score of 172.5. Meanwhile, the chasing sides have found it tough to get going, as the average score while batting second reads as low as 129. 

Considering it's a day game, there might be some freshness in the R. Premadasa Stadium pitch for AUS vs ZIM match. So, the fast bowlers might get a hint of movement, but batters can score brisk runs after neutralising the first few deliveries. 

So, it will be crucial from the batters' perspective to capitalise on the hard new ball as the AUS vs ZIM pitch will likely slow down in the middle overs phase. Spinners will likely get genuine turn off the deck and play a significant role with the ball at R. Premadasa Stadium. 

Therefore, expect wily bowlers like Adam Zampa, Sikandar Raza, Wellington Masakadza and Nathan Ellis to rule the roost, while the batters will require patience and orthodox stroke-play to succeed at this venue. Given that it gets tough to chase at R. Premadasa Stadium as the game progresses, the toss-winner might opt to bat first. 

Colombo Weather Report for AUS vs ZIM- Match 19, T20 World Cup 2026

Criterion
Details
Temperature30°C
WindE 13 km/h
Probability of Precipitation25%
Cloud Cover99%

According to AccuWeather, Colombo weather for the AUS vs ZIM T20 World Cup match could be slightly overcast. The temperature in Colombo will remain around 31 degrees Celsius, while the wind will blow from the east at 13 Km/hr. However, a cloud cover percentage of 99 and a 25 per cent probability of precipitation suggests that this game might be interrupted by rain. 

Conclusion

AUS vs ZIM pitch report suggests the track at the R. Premadasa Stadium will offer a cracking contest between bat and ball. However, Colombo weather report for the AUS vs ZIM match predicts rain at the R. Premadasa Stadium; so, the spectators might not witness a full-fledged clash at the venue on Friday morning.