AUS vs ZIM, T20 World Cup 2026: Muzarabani's 4-fer sparks massive upset, Australia downed in Colombo – Action in Images

Zimbabwe pull off a massive result as they beat Australia by 23 runs. A solid batting performance on a tough batting track, before a clinical bowling show.

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Published on Feb 13, 2026 03:16 pm IST 7 Photos
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Zimbabwe have pulled off the first big result of the T20 World Cup, with a stunning victory over Australia in a trult dominant performance. A 23-run victory built on composed batsmanship and some destructive fast-bowling.(AFP)

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Tadiwanashe Marumani played a key role early in the innings, hitting 35 off 21 deliveries to provide a fast start to Zimbabwe – momentum they wouldn't lose throughout the match.(AP)

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Brian Bennett carried his bat through the Zimbabwe's first innings. It wasn't a vintage innings as he took his time, but his 64* proved to be worth its weight in gold as he stitched together the innings.(AP)

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Brad Evans took the wickets of Cameron Green and Travis Head in the powerplay, as Zimbabwe came roaring out of the gates and put Australia immediately on the back foot.(AP)

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Blessing Muzarabani was the star with the ball for Zimbabwe, winning player of the match with figures of 4/17 – including two key wickets in the powerplay to snap the back of the Aussie batting.(AP)

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