In a stunning turn of events, Zimbabwe has topped Group B in the T20 World Cup, advancing to the Super Eights without the presence of former champions Australia, who failed to qualify for the second phase for the first time since 2009. Zimbabwe's unbeaten campaign included victories over both Australia and co-hosts Sri Lanka, showcasing their remarkable resilience and skill. Captain Sikandar Raza's leadership has been pivotal, and he expressed pride in the team's underdog status, stating, 'Everyone loves an underdog story.' Zimbabwe's next challenge will be against the West Indies in Mumbai, where they will look to continue their impressive run.
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Zimbabwe Tops T20 World Cup Group B, Australia Eliminated
Zimbabwe's stunning rise in the T20 World Cup sees them top Group B, advancing to the Super Eights without Australia, who faced early elimination. Next up: a challenge against the West Indies.
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Updated 1 day agoT20 World Cup: Everyone loves an underdog story, says skipper Raza on Zimbabwe’s performanceFEB 19, 9:26 PMRead →T20 World Cup | Nissanka makes fifty as SL settle for par 178/7 against ZimbabweFEB 19, 12:02 PMRead →T20 World Cup 2026 | Farhan, Usman take Pakistan to Super 8 with 102-run win over NamibiaFEB 18, 1:00 PMRead →T20 World Cup: Pakistan face must-win test against winless Namibia to seal Super 8s berthFEB 17, 9:44 PMRead →T20 World Cup | For South Africa, the real challenge starts in the Super Eight stageFEB 17, 9:28 PMRead →T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka captain Shanaka lauds win over Australia as ‘one of the best performances’FEB 17, 7:14 AMRead →T20 World Cup | New Zealand back at its happy hunting groundFEB 16, 3:52 PMRead →T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka opts to bowl against AustraliaFEB 16, 1:37 PMRead →
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