The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 As the champion of 2021, the action continues in Colombo, Australiato be patient Zimbabwe In the 19th match at the R. Premadasa Stadium. Despite losing their regular captain, Australia enter this match high on confidence after a comprehensive 67-run win over Ireland. Mitchell Marsh due to injury. Zimbabweled by evergreens Sikandar Razathey also started their campaign with demolition Oman with eight doors. With both teams top of Group B, the clash promises to be a high-stakes encounter on a surface that has historically tested the best in the business.
AUS vs ZIM, T20 World Cup 2026: Match Details
- Date and Time: February 13 (Friday); 11:00 IST / 5:30 GMT / 16:30 AEDT
- Location: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, Sri Lanka
AUS vs ZIM Head to Head Record in T20Is
Matches played: 3 | Australia won: 2 | Zimbabwe won: 1
R. Premadasa Stadium Ground Report
R. Premadasa Stadium is one of the most popular venues in Sri Lanka known for its spin-friendly tracks. Historically, the surface here is slow, making life difficult for power hitters as the ball softens. The average first innings score at this venue is around 145-155, but Australia showed in their last game that scores above 180 can be achieved with smart batting. As it is a match of the day, the dew factor will not be a concern, but the high humidity in Colombo could pose a physical challenge on the pitch. The pitch has traditionally primarily favored team batting as it tends to hold more for the spinners Adam Zampa and Sikandar Raza in the second innings.
Team dynamics and key players
Australia: The big news is the captain’s absence Mitchell Marshwho is currently recovering from internal testicular bleeding. In his absence, Head of Travis He was promoted to captain, leading to a clinical victory over Ireland. Josh English and Marcus Stoinis have been outstanding performers with the bat, while the bowling unit has looked deadly even without Cummins and Hazlewood. Nathan Ellis (4/12) and Adam Zampa (4/23) They are in hot form, making the Aussie defense one of the toughest in the tournament.
Zimbabwe: The Chevrons play a fearless brand of cricket. Sikandar Raza continues to be the heart of the team, contributing significantly with both bat and ball. Return of the veteran Brendan Taylor provided much needed stability to the middle order. Led by their pace attack Blessed Muzarabani and Richard ShippWas exceptional against Oman, showing they could use an early bounce in Colombo. Zimbabwe have a storied history of sweeping Australia in T20 World Cups (2007) and they will look to channel that spirit once again.
Groups
Australia: Mitchell Marsh (capt), Xavier Bartlett, Cooper Connolly, Tim David, Ben Dwarshuis, Cameron Green, Nathan Ellis, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Matthew Kuhnemann, Glenn Maxwell, Matthew Renshaw, Marcus Stoinis, Adam Zampa
Zimbabwe: Sikandar Raza (captain), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Graeme Cremer, Bradley Evans, Clive Madande, Tinotene Maposa, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Wellington Masakadza, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Tayard Ngarawa,
AUS vs ZIM, T20 World Cup 2026: Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- Australia win the toss first
- Australia’s Powerplay score: 50-60 (6 overs)
- Australia’s total score: 170-185
Case 2:
- Zimbabwe go first in the toss
- Zimbabwe Powerplay Score: 40-50 (6 Overs)
- Zimbabwe Total Score: 140-155
Match Result: Australia will win the competition.
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