The Group B clash between Zimbabwe and Ireland was washed out, with both teams awarded a single point. As a result, Zimbabwe, now on 5 points, has secured a spot in the Super 8s stage of the T20 World Cup 2026. Australia, meanwhile, has been eliminated from the tournament, as they can only reach 4 points even if they win their final group-stage match. The Australian squad was missing key players including Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, and Josh Hazlewood.
Zimbabwe Advances to Super 8s
With this qualification, Zimbabwe joins India, West Indies, and South Africa in Group 1 of the Super 8s. They will face all three teams in the next stage to compete for a place in the knockout rounds.
Zimbabwe vs Ireland T20 World Cup Match Washed Out
The Group B encounter at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Sri Lanka, scheduled for 3:00 PM IST on February 17, was abandoned due to rain. Not a single ball was bowled, and even the coin toss could not take place.
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This result confirmed Zimbabwe’s qualification alongside Sri Lanka for the Super 8s. Australia’s hopes had already taken a hit following a surprise defeat to Sri Lanka on Monday, leaving them dependent on multiple outcomes to progress. The rain-affected match sealed their early exit from the tournament.
Zimbabwe to Face India in Super 8s
Zimbabwe has now taken Australia’s seeded spot in Super 8s Group 1 and is set to face India on Thursday, February 26, 2026. The match will start at 7:00 PM IST at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.