The 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup has reached a fever pitch. In a tournament defined by sub continental spin and massive upsets, the “Big Three” has been shaken to its core. While India continues its undefeated rampage, the cricket world is reeling from the early exit of powerhouse Australia.
The Headline: Australia Sent Home by Zimbabwe & Rain
In the biggest shock of the tournament, 2021 champions Australia have been eliminated in the group stage. The “Aussie Exit” was sealed on Tuesday following a combination of a stunning 23-run defeat to Zimbabwe and a subsequent washout between Zimbabwe and Ireland.
Zimbabwe, led by inspired performances, has secured a historic Super 8 berth—their first-ever in this format—joining co-hosts Sri Lanka from Group B.
Group A Chaos: Pakistan’s Final Stand
As of this afternoon, all eyes are on Colombo. Following a humiliating 61-run loss to arch-rivals India on February 15, Pakistan faces a “win-or-go-home” scenario against Namibia today.
- The Equation: A win for Pakistan sends them to the Super 8s. A loss would see the USA make a historic debut in the next round alongside India.
- India’s Dominance: The defending champions are currently 3-0, fueled by Ishan Kishan’s blistering 77 (40) against Pakistan. They face the Netherlands tonight at the Narendra Modi Stadium to maintain their perfect record.
Super 8: Who’s In and Who’s Out?
The field for the Super 8 stage (starting February 21) is almost set.
| Group | Qualified Teams | Eliminated (Notable) |
| Group A | India (Q), TBD (USA or PAK) | Namibia |
| Group B | Sri Lanka (Q), Zimbabwe (Q) | Australia |
| Group C | West Indies (Q), England (Q) | Scotland, Italy |
| Group D | South Africa (Q), New Zealand (Q) | Afghanistan |
