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Australia continued their dominant run in the T20 World Cup 2024 by defeating Namibia by nine wickets in a one-sided encounter at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua. Chasing a modest target of 73 runs, Australia’s Travis Head and Mitchell Marsh made quick work of the chase, reaching the target in just 5.4 overs. The victory secured Australia’s qualification for the Super 8s of the tournament.
In the first innings, Namibia struggled to get going with their captain Gerhard Erasmus being the lone fighter, scoring 36 runs as the team was bowled out for 72. Adam Zampa’s impressive bowling performance earned him the Player of the Match title for his figures of 4/12.
Australia, led by captain Mitchell Marsh, put up a clinical performance with both bat and ball. They have now won three consecutive matches in the tournament, showcasing their dominance.
Following the match, Mitchell Marsh praised his team’s bowling effort and expressed happiness at qualifying for the next stage of the competition. He also highlighted the importance of managing workloads ahead of their upcoming clash against Scotland.
Namibia’s captain, Gerhard Erasmus, acknowledged the skill gap between the two teams and emphasized the need to mentally step up against top-quality opposition like Australia.
The match ended swiftly with Australia’s top order batsmen, Warner and Head, setting the tone early on in the chase. With the win, Australia become the second team after South Africa to progress to the Super 8s, setting the stage for more thrilling encounters in the tournament.
Overall, it was a comprehensive victory for Australia as they showcased their strength and depth in the T20 format, solidifying their status as a serious contender for the T20 World Cup 2024 title.
