Australia Out: Australia eliminated from T-20 World Cup due to Ireland-Zimbabwe match cancellation

In the T-20 World Cup 2026, the match between Zimbabwe and Ireland on Tuesday (February 17) was canceled due to rain, resulting in Australia's team being eliminated from the tournament. The weather hit hard at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, and even the toss could not take place. After several inspections of the field by the umpires, the match was declared canceled, giving both teams one point each. This led to Australia's exit from Group B, while Zimbabwe secured a spot in the Super 8.

The 2021 winner Australia started the tournament with a victory, but their position weakened due to a 23-run defeat by Zimbabwe and an 8-wicket loss to Sri Lanka. Zimbabwe now has five points in three matches, which has taken them to the Super 8. Australia could only reach a maximum of four points, while Oman is at the bottom with three losses. Ireland has only three points in four matches and is in third place.

This upset is shocking for cricket fans, and Australia had to depend on the results of other teams. Zimbabwe's consistent performance earned them historic success, while rain dashed Australia's dreams. As the Super 8 battle begins, this result has made the tournament more exciting.