Rain Washes Out Australia's T20 World Cup Hopes; Zimbabwe Qualifies for Super 8

• Australia eliminated from T20 World Cup 2026 after Ireland vs Zimbabwe match abandoned due to rain in Pallekele.
• The abandonment meant Ireland and Zimbabwe shared points, taking Zimbabwe's total to five points and securing their Super 8 qualification.
• Zimbabwe had won their first two matches and will next face Sri Lanka.
• Australia's Super 8 hopes were dashed by a 23-run loss to Zimbabwe and a comfortable chase by Sri Lanka, featuring Pathum Nissanka's century.
• Australia's upcoming match against Oman is now a dead rubber, as even a win would only give them four points.