Australia’s hopes of reaching the Super 8 stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup ended after results in Group B went against the Australia men’s cricket team. Consecutive defeats to Zimbabwe men’s cricket team and Sri Lanka men’s cricket team left Australia needing other results to stay alive in the tournament. Australia required Zimbabwe to lose to Ireland, but the match was abandoned without a ball being bowled, handing Zimbabwe the crucial point needed to secure a top-two finish. Sri Lanka had earlier strengthened their position after a dominant victory over Australia, powered by a rapid century from Pathum Nissanka. Australia’s campaign was further affected by injuries and selection concerns, with captain Mitchell Marsh featuring only once.

Source: The Herald February 17, 2026 13:05 UTC