In a stunning upset at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, Zimbabwe defeated Australia by 23 runs in Colombo. Zimbabwe posted 169/2, led by Brian Bennett’s unbeaten 64 and a late surge from captain Sikandar Raza. Australia’s chase never recovered after an early collapse to 29/4, despite Matt Renshaw’s fighting 65. Fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani produced a match-winning spell of 4/17, sealing Zimbabwe’s historic second T20 World Cup victory over Australia and shaking up the Group B standings.
T20 World Cup 2026: Giant-killing act Zimbabwe crush Australia’s hopes with 23-run shocker
