North Sound (Antigua), June 12: Australia showcased a dominant performance as they cruised past Namibia by nine wickets, securing their spot in the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup being held here.
Bowlers Shine as Australia Restricts Namibia to 72
Putting up an exemplary bowling display, Australia’s bowlers dismantled the Namibian batting lineup, restricting them to a mere 72 runs. Notable contributions came from Josh Hazlewood (2/18), Adam Zampa (4/12), and Marcus Stoinis (2/9), who collectively wreaked havoc on the opposition.
Australia’s Swift Chase Sees Victory in 5.4 Overs
In response, Australia’s batsmen wasted no time in chasing down the target, with Travis Head and skipper Mitchell Marsh leading the charge. The duo’s unbeaten partnership propelled Australia to victory in just 5.4 overs, with Head scoring an impressive 34 runs and Marsh contributing 18 runs.
Namibia’s Struggle Evident in Lowest T20 Total
Facing a formidable Australian bowling attack, Namibia faltered, managing to post their lowest-ever total in T20 Internationals. Despite Gerhard Erasmus’s valiant effort with 36 runs, Namibia struggled to build partnerships and were eventually bundled out for 72 runs.
Brief Scores:
Namibia: 72 runs in 17 overs (Gerhard Erasmus 36; Adam Zampa 4/12, Marcus Stoinis 2/9, Josh Hazlewood 2/18)
Australia: 74/1 in 5.4 overs (Travis Head 34* not out, Mitchell Marsh 18* not out)
Australia’s Clinical Performance Seals Victory
Australia’s clinical performance not only secured their place in the Super 8 stage but also sent a strong message to their opponents in the tournament. With their bowlers in fine form and batsmen firing, Australia appears to be a formidable contender in the T20 World Cup.
Stay tuned for more updates and highlights from the T20 World Cup.
