On February 13, 2026, at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Zimbabwe shocked many by pushing the 2021 champions to a potential historic loss in the T20 World Cup 2026. The game showcased strong performances by Zimbabwe as they targeted the Australian batting lineup under the lights. With captain Mitchell Marsh unable to play due to an unusual medical issue, Travis Head took over as captain, but the Zimbabwean bowlers had different plans, leaving the Australian team stunned.
Brad Evans stuns Travis Head and performs the Cristiano Ronaldo “SIUUU” celebration
The turning point for Australia came during the 5th over when Brad Evans took down the Australian captain with a skillful delivery. He bowled a well-placed ball just outside the off-stump, leading Head to play a cautious shot without much foot movement. The ball hit his pads and slowly rolled back onto the stumps, knocking the bails off.
Head, shocked and confused, was dismissed for 17 runs off 15 balls. As he stood there, Evans celebrated by performing the Cristiano Ronaldo “SIUUU” celebration, a high-energy jump and spin that thrilled the Zimbabwean fans. This wicket was a key moment in a strong opening spell, as Evans and Blessing Muzarabani took full advantage of the tricky Colombo pitch, leaving Australia struggling at 29/4 within the first 30 balls of their innings.
Here’s the video: