Australia’s Super 8 Hopes End After Group B Setbacks

Australia’s hopes of advancing to the Super 8 stage in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 are officially over following losses to Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka. A campaign that began with high expectations has ended in frustration for the Australian side, highlighting gaps in consistency and execution.

Even with their final Group B match against Oman, Australia now plays solely for pride. No result can reverse their elimination, leaving the focus firmly on the teams still vying for the remaining Super 8 slot.

Zimbabwe continues to hold a strong position in Group B with two wins and a positive net run rate, giving them control over their qualification destiny. Ireland also ruled out the World Cup.

The end of Australia’s campaign underscores how competitive Group B has become, with net run rate and earlier results proving decisive. 

Group B Points Table Right Now

Rank	Team	Played	Won	Lost	NR	Points	NRR	Status
1	Sri Lanka	3	3	0	0	6	+2.462	Qualified (Q)
2	Zimbabwe	3	2	0	1	5	+1.984	Qualified (Q)
3	Ireland	4	1	2	1	3	+0.150	Eliminated (E)
4	Australia	3	1	2	0	2	+0.414	Eliminated (E)
5	Oman	3	0	3	0	0	-4.546	Eliminated (E)