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Australia's T20 World Cup campaign is hanging by a thread. After Monday's defeat to Sri Lanka in Pallekele, powered by a stunning Pathum Nissanka century

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in a record chase, Mitchell Marsh's side now find themselves on the brink of an early exit. The loss leaves Australia with just one win from three matches in Group B, and their qualification hopes no longer fully in their own hands.

Sri Lanka's victory confirmed their place in the Super 8 stage, turning the remaining qualification battle into a straight contest between Australia and Zimbabwe.

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\"We're in the lap of the Gods now, I think. Lot of emotions in the room right now. Haven't been at our best. Disappointed bunch at the moment,\" Marsh admitted after the defeat.

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Where Group B Stands

As it stands:

Sri Lanka: Qualified
Zimbabwe: 4 points (2 wins from 2)
Australia: 2 points (1 win from 3)
Ireland & Oman: Still in contention mathematically, Oman already eliminated

Only the top two teams advance to the Super 8s.

What Australia Needs to Qualify for Super 8

Australia's path is narrow and dependent on results elsewhere.

Zimbabwe must lose both their remaining matches against Ireland and Sri Lanka.

Australia must defeat Oman in their final group game.

If that happens, Australia and Zimbabwe would both finish on four points. Ireland could also enter the equation with four points, creating a three-way tie.

In that scenario, Net Run Rate (NRR) becomes decisive. At present, Zimbabwe hold the advantage, but consecutive defeats could dent their NRR significantly. Australia, meanwhile, would have an opportunity to boost its against Oman.

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The equation is simple but brutal: win big, and hope Zimbabwe stumbles twice. Anything less, and a pre-tournament heavyweight will be packing early.

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Australia Super 8 Scenario: How Can They Still Qualify?

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