AUS vs OMA Today’s Match Prediction & Cricket Betting Tips: ICC T20 World Cup 2026, Match 40, February 20

The final group game of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 is all set to be played at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy. Already eliminated teams, Australia and Oman will be squaring off in this contest to bow out with a win under their belt. The 2021 champions, Australia, had a shambolic run in this World Cup as they lost to Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka to bow out of the first round of the T20 World Cup 2026. Oman, who are already winless, will look to secure perhaps their biggest win in cricketing history, i.e., defeating the Aussies. Expect a game of desperation as both teams will do their best to exit the World Cup with a win. In this post, we have compiled free expert tips for the 40th match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at the Pallekele International Stadium, Pallekele.

Win Probability: AUS vs OMA

Australia, despite two losses in a row, will start as the outright favorites against Oman. Both teams have been eliminated from the Super 8s race and have no added pressure. Therefore, expect both teams to play some fearless cricket, but Australia, being a former T20 World Cup champion and having 100 times better exposure to international cricket than Oman, will have the win probability meter favoring them. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 40th match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at the Pallekele International Stadium, Pallekele.

AUS: 99% win chance
OMA: 1% win chance

Australia has become ‘Losstralia’ in recent times. In their last 6 T20Is, they have managed only a solitary win and succumbed to five losses.
Their only win in this phase came against Ireland in this World Cup.
Oman has lost all their games so far in this World Cup and is languishing right at the bottom of the Group B table.

Cricket Betting Tips for AUS vs OMA- Match 40

Mitchell Marsh to score Over 32.5

The Aussie skipper in his first innings of T20 World Cup 2026, scored a magnificent fifty in the game against Sri Lanka. He will be a key batter for the side at the top.

Place Bet @ Odds 1.85 »

Travis Head to score Over 32.5

The only useful innings Head has played in this World Cup, came in the previous game against Sri Lanka. He scored a 29 balls 56 and will be looking to score more in this innings.

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Aamir Kaleem to score Over 13.5

The veteran Omani opener is fresh off a fifty in the last game against Ireland. He has 61 runs in 3 innings so far and will be a key player for the side with the bat.

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Josh Inglis to score Over 17.5

Australia's wicket-keeper batter has scored 72 runs so far in the three innings. He is expected to bat at no 5 and should think about staying on the wicket rather than slogging from the very first ball.

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AUS vs OMA Today’s Match Prediction

Check out our prediction for the AUS vs OMA 40th match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at the Pallekele International Stadium, Pallekele.

Australia will look to end their disappointing T20 World Cup campaign with a win

Australia will look to salvage pride as they face Oman in their final group-stage clash of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at Pallekele on February 20. After the 2009 edition of the T20 World Cup, this is the second time that Australia has been eliminated in the first round. With this unwanted record, Australia has become the only Test-playing nation to bow out of the T20 World Cup in the first round twice.

Under pressure and with nothing but pride to play for, the Aussies will aim to finish on a winning note. Their batting unit has struggled for consistency, while the bowling attack has lacked penetration in crucial moments. Against Oman, Australia will hope their experienced stars step up and deliver a commanding performance to end the campaign positively.

For Oman, this fixture presents an opportunity to challenge a wounded giant and make a statement on the global stage. While Australia seeks redemption, Oman will be eager to prove their mettle, ensuring that the contest remains competitive despite the contrasting histories of the two sides.

Can Oman pull off the biggest upset in their cricketing history?

Oman will step onto the field against Australia at Pallekele with a chance to script what could be the biggest upset in their cricketing history. Facing a wounded Australian side that has already been eliminated from the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, Oman will sense an opportunity to challenge one of the game’s giants.

Australia, despite their pedigree, have endured a disappointing campaign, bowing out in the first round for only the second time in T20 World Cup history. With pride at stake, they will be determined to finish on a winning note. Yet, Oman will be hopeful to take advantage of Australia’s lackluster show in this World Cup.

For Oman, victory here would not just be about two points, it would be a landmark achievement, a statement that they can topple a powerhouse on the global stage. As the underdogs prepare for battle, fans will be watching closely to see if Oman can turn this clash into a historic chapter in their cricketing journey. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.

AUS vs OMA Head-to-Head

Matches Played: 1
AUS won: 1
OMA won: 0
No Result: 0
Tied: 0
RECENT form AUSTRALIA: L L W L L
RECENT form SRI LANKA: W W L L L

Only once have these two sides locked horns in T20Is, which came in the 2024 edition of the ICC T20 World Cup. Australia won that match comprehensively by 39 runs.

Team Analysis: Australia and Oman

How will the two teams, i.e., Australia and Oman, fare in the 40th Match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026? Let’s take a look.

Australia (aus)

Cameron Green’s poor show with the bat continues. But the team management, who don’t know why, is still backing the big lad.
Green has scarcely bowled in this World Cup, and it doesn’t make any sense to back him solely over his poor form with the bat.
Matt Renshaw, who was surprisingly dropped in the all-important game against Sri Lanka, should return to the eleven, as he is the only in-form batter in the middle order for Australia in this World Cup and has the most runs for any Australian batter so far in the tournament.
The Australian selector cleared his stance over Steven Smith. he mentioned that Smith has been brought into the squad as a ‘cover’ for the top order. With Head and Marsh getting a fifty in the last game, Smith is expected to remain on the bench.
The Australian bowling attack is definitely under the pump, as they have managed only 4 wickets in the last two games against Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka.
Cooper Connolly is perhaps the biggest fraud in this lineup after Glenn Maxwell. The youngster doesn’t have any clarity about his role, and he doesn’t even know what his forte actually is.
Matthew Kuhnemann should replace him in the eleven.
Also, there could be a toss-up between Ben Dwarhuis and Xavier Bartlett for the second seamer spot.

Expected Starting 11

Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh (C), Josh Inglis (WK), Cameron Green/Matt Renshaw, Tim David, Matt Renshaw, Marcus Stoinis, Xavier Bartlett/Ben Dwarshuis, Matthew Kuhnemann, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa

Oman (OMA)

Oman has almost tried and tested all their combinations.
More or less, they are expected to stick with the same combination from the last game.

Expected Starting 11

Aamir Kaleem, Jatinder Singh (C), Hammad Mirza, Ashish Odedara, Mohammad Nadeem, Jiten Ramanandi, Vinayak Shukla (WK), Nadeem Khan, Sufyan Mehmood, Shah Faisal, Shakeel Ahmed

Weather Conditions and Pitch Report

Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 40th Match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 between Australia and Sri Lanka at the Pallekele International Stadium, Kandy:

Pitch Report	Weather Report
The Pallekele surface generally offers true bounce and pace, making it favorable for stroke play.	Evening conditions in Kandy are expected to be pleasant and clear, with temperatures around the mid‑20s (°C).
Batters can expect value for their shots, though spinners may come into play as the pitch slows down later.	Humidity will be on the higher side, which could test player fitness and aid swing under lights.
Teams batting first often aim for 170+ totals, as chasing can be tricky if the pitch slows.	No major rain interruptions are forecast, ensuring a full, uninterrupted contest.
Pacers who hit the deck hard can extract movement early, while slower balls and cutters remain effective at the death.	Dew may play a role in the second innings, potentially favoring the chasing side.

Toss Prediction

With the Pallekele pitch offering bounce early but slowing down later, the captain winning the toss is likely to bat first. Setting a total above 170 could prove decisive, as dew in the second innings may favor chasing but also challenge bowlers defending under lights.

Where to Watch Today’s Match

The online live streaming of the 40th Match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 will take place live on the JioHotstar app. The live TV coverage for this World Cup will take place on Star Sports Network channels.

AUS vs OMA: Today’s Match Predictions

Australia should start as the favorites in this game. Despite losing two in a row, they are a far better side in terms of exposure compared to the ICC associate member, Oman. All sportsbooks have touted Australia as the favorites, and we also back them to win this contest. Therefore, as per our prediction, Australia is expected to win the AUS vs OMA, 40th match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.

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