Dominance defined Australia’s 9-wicket demolition of Oman in the T20 World Cup 2026’s last group game at Pallekele, chasing 105 in 9.4 overs (108/1) with 62 balls unused. Captain Mitchell Marsh’s explosive 64* (33 balls) sealed his place in history as the fourth captain with back-to-back T20WC fifties, alongside Malik (2007), Sharma, and Hope (2026). Babar’s three consecutive in 2021 is unmatched.
Earlier, Adam Zampa’s mesmerizing 4/21 (3.2 overs) destroyed Oman, clinching his sixth Player of the Match award and overtaking Gayle, Perera, and Watson. Kohli’s eight remains the gold standard.
The 62-ball margin ties for the most in a run chase, with England vs USA (2024) also at 62. Epic wins: Australia 58 balls vs SL (2007), WI 55 vs USA (2024), England 50 vs Aus (2021).
Oman’s nightmare continued with a 10th straight T20WC loss since 2021, matching Bangladesh’s 2007-2012 skid. Others at seven: Namibia, Ireland, PNG.
From Marsh’s captaincy masterclass to Zampa’s spin wizardry, Australia showcased why they’re perennial contenders, rewriting the record books in style.