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.

Published on: Feb 13, 2026 3:16 PM IST

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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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Glenn Maxwell and Matt Renshaw stitched together an important partnership through the middle overs, but Maxwell in particular was struggling through his innings. After Maxwell's dismissal, the floodgates opened again as the rest of the batting folded. (AP)

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Zimbabwe's win over Australia leaves them on two wins from two matches, right alongside Sri Lanka at the top of the Group B table. Australia now need to be perfect for the remainder of the group stages, including a key upcoming match against Sri Lanka. (AFP)