Zimbabwe must beat Ireland today to secure a place in the Super Eight stage of the ICC T20 World Cup, after Australia’s two-wicket loss to hosts Sri Lanka reshuffled the Group B standings and strengthened the Chevrons’ position.
The latest results leave Zimbabwe firmly in control of their own destiny. Sri Lanka top Group B with six points and have already booked their Super Eight ticket, while Zimbabwe sit second on four points from two matches.
Australia and Ireland are tied on two points each but have played an extra game, giving Zimbabwe a crucial advantage heading into Tuesday’s decisive clash. Oman anchor the group with no points.
Zimbabwe face Ireland first before wrapping up their group campaign against Sri Lanka on Thursday.
A win over Ireland would automatically send the Chevrons through to the Super Eight. However, defeat would mean Zimbabwe must beat Sri Lanka in their final fixture to keep their qualification hopes alive.
In other World Cup developments, India, England, West Indies and South Africa have already secured qualification to the next round.
