Australia’s campaign in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 has ended in disappointment, and the team is now preparing for a full review of its performance. Known for dominating global events, Australia failed to live up to expectations this time and will exit the tournament at the group stage. The team suffered a major setback when Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood suffered injuries before the competition even started. Their issues became worse during the course of the matches. Fans were shocked by the team's poor performance in both batting and bowling because they typically expect Australian players to dominate. Zimbabwe Defeat Turns Campaign Around Australia encountered their most challenging match against the national team of Zimbabwe. The team suffered a shocking defeat that resulted in a 23-run loss which jeopardized their chances of advancing. The team lost their ability to recover from setbacks which caused them to approach elimination. Tony Dodemaide the selector acknowledged that the team needs to analyze its mistakes after the two defeats. He established that players and management should review all tournament aspects after the tournament ends. Tony Dodemaide said: “It's really disappointing the way the tournament has rolled out. But we will need some time, and take some time, once we finish our last commitment – it's important that we finish strongly on Friday against Oman – then we'll get back and analyse it fully.” Australia will play their final group match against the Oman national cricket team. The team aims to win their last game although they have already been eliminated from the competition. Also Read | Damien Martyn Hits Back at Mohammed Kaif Over ‘Mighty Aussies’ Remark Forensic Review Planned by Cricket Australia The Australian team experienced difficulties at global tournaments beyond this particular event. The team which won the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 has suffered premature departures from all subsequent major tournaments. The team failed to achieve success in both the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 and the ICC World Test Championship Final. The ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 will occur soon after which there will be another T20 World Cup in 2028. The 2028 edition will take place in Australia which increases the urgency for the country to establish its new foundation. Dodemaide confirmed that the review will proceed through a methodical and thorough process which will remain neutral from emotional impacts. Dodemaide added: “We will do the requisite planning to look at 2028; we've got 2027 50-over World Cup in the meantime. All these things will be mapped out when we get time and space, and we can cut out the emotion of it and look at it more forensically.” Focus on Finishing Strong Australia achieved a successful start to the tournament when they defeated Ireland. The team lost their winning streak after achieving that victory. The team managed only one victory during their last three matches which resulted in their early elimination from the tournament. The team now aims to leave the tournament with dignity. Before heading home they will demonstrate their development progress during the last match against Oman. ICC events have seen Australia establish a strong tradition yet this tournament demonstrated that every competition contains distinct obstacles. The team will determine their rebuilding strategy and upcoming preparation activities during the next three months.