Australia's T20 World Cup campaign ended in disappointment after rain washed out the crucial Group B match between Ireland and Zimbabwe in Kandy. The abandonment meant both teams took a point each, eliminating Australia who needed Ireland to win to stay alive.

Zimbabwe's shock win over Australia had already put them in a strong position, needing just a point to advance. With the match abandoned, Zimbabwe finished on five points while Ireland ended on three after four games. Australia, sitting on two points with one game remaining against Oman, cannot progress regardless of Friday's result.

Ireland's stand-in captain Lorcan Tucker called the exit 'very disappointing' but acknowledged the uncontrollable nature of weather. 'It looked like we were building momentum with the Oman win but unfortunately it came too late,' Tucker said. The tournament has highlighted the growing competitiveness in international cricket, with several teams gaining valuable World Cup experience.