Zimbabwe Stuns Australia in T20 World Cup, Boosts India's Hopes

• Zimbabwe secured a stunning 23-run victory over Australia in the 2026 T20 World Cup in Colombo, marking the tournament's first major upset.
• This is Zimbabwe's second T20 World Cup win against Australia, echoing their 2007 triumph.
• Brian Bennett's 64* helped Zimbabwe post 164/2, while Blessing Muzarabani (4/17) and Brad Evans (3/23) dismantled Australia's chase.
• Historically, whenever Zimbabwe defeats Australia in a World Cup (ODI or T20I), India has gone on to win the tournament (1983, 2007).
• Zimbabwe is currently second in Group B with two wins, eyeing a strong run in the tournament.