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Australia Ends ‘This Curse’ with Victory over England in T20 World Cup 2024 Match
On Saturday evening, Australia emerged victorious against their long-standing rivals, England, in a group B clash at the Kensington Oval, Barbados, securing their position at the top of the table. This marked the first instance in 17 years that Australia defeated England in a T20 World Cup match.
Despite losing the toss and being asked to bat first, Australia made a strong start, with David Warner and Travis Head’s partnership of 70 runs in 5 overs setting the tone. The middle order contributed well, helping Australia surpass the 200-run mark.
Adam Zampa played a key role with the ball, taking 2 wickets for 28 runs, including the crucial dismissals of both openers. Pat Cummins also impressed, picking up 2 wickets for 23 runs. Australia ultimately won the match by a margin of 36 runs..
When Was the Last Time Australia Beat England in the T20 World Cup?
During the first-ever T20 World Cup in 2007, Australia defeated their rivals, England.
Since that 2007 victory, Australia has suffered two defeats to England in the 2010 final and 2021, while a match in 2022 was abandoned.
Both teams will now travel to Antigua for the next stage of the group phase, with Australia comfortably positioned at the top of the table and heading towards a Super-8 spot. Meanwhile, England must win their remaining matches to keep their tournament hopes alive.
