Zimbabwe Faces Adaptation Challenges in India After Strong Sri Lanka T20 World Cup Start

Zimbabwe's cricket team, after an unbeaten run in Sri Lanka during the T20 World Cup 2026 group stage, struggled to adapt to different conditions in India, resulting in heavy defeats in the Super 8 stage and elimination from semifinal contention. Coach Courtney Walsh acknowledged the challenges posed by flatter pitches and slower adaptation but praised the team's effort and the respect earned, hoping the experience will aid future performances and opportunities against stronger teams.