3 min readFeb 16, 2026 09:02 PM IST While a lot of attention was on Group D as Group of Death, featuring Afghanistan, New Zealand and South Africa, it is mighty Australia are in real danger of exiting the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup before the Super Eights from Group B. Hit by injuries and batting struggles, Australia lost their second match in Group B clash against Zimbabwe, thoroughly outplayed by Sikandar Raza’s side for most part of the match in Colombo. That defeat gave Zimbabwe two wins in two, just like Sri Lanka. Australia are facing a must-win situation in Pallekele against Dasun Shanka’s co-hosts. With Mitch Marsh back in the side, Australia posted 181, making it a fascinating run-chase in prospect for Sri Lanka. What are the standings in Group B before SL vs AUS? Sri Lanka are top of the standings with two wins and a superb Net Run Rate of +3.125. Zimbabwe’s wins against Oman and Australia also puts them on four points from two matches, with a solid NRR of …