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In major upset, Zimbabwe beat Australia in T20 World Cup 2026

Zimbabwe restrict Kangaroos to 146 on their chase of strong 169-run target

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February 13, 2026

Australias Glenn Maxwell (R) walks back to the pavilion after his dismissal by Zimbabwes Ryan Burl (L) during the 2026 ICC Mens T20 Cricket World Cup group stage match between Australia and Zimbabwe at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on February 13, 2026. — AFP
Australia's Glenn Maxwell (R) walks back to the pavilion after his dismissal by Zimbabwe's Ryan Burl (L) during the 2026 ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup group stage match between Australia and Zimbabwe at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on February 13, 2026. — AFP

Zimbabwe on Friday pulled off a major upset by defeating Australia in their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 group-stage clash, registering a memorable victory against the favourites.

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