Australia chase down target before 10 overs, beat Oman by nine wickets in final T20 World Cup group-stage match

Australia signed off their T20 World Cup campaign with a statement nine-wicket demolition of Oman, polishing off the modest 105-run target in just 9.4 overs on a night that only delayed their exit. Having already been eliminated after defeats to Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka, the Australians played for pride and produced their most commanding performance of the tournament.

Sent in to bat first, Oman crumbled under sustained pressure from Australia’s attack. Leg-spinner Adam Zampa led the rout, claiming four wickets, while Xavier Bartlett and Glenn Maxwell each pocketed two as Oman were skittled for 104 in 16.2 overs. Wasim Ali top-scored with 32, yet no partnership flourished long enough to threaten a competitive total.

The chase was never in doubt. Captain Mitchell Marsh powered to an unbeaten 64, flaying boundaries at will, and Travis Head’s brisk 32 ensured the finish was swift. The pair’s unbroken 93-run stand extinguished any lingering resistance, sealing victory with 26 balls to spare and registering one of the fastest successful pursuits in the competition for a target above 100.

While the emphatic win restored a measure of respect, it could not mask a campaign that fell well short of expectations. Australia’s early elimination has triggered calls for a comprehensive review of the squad’s direction and preparation.