Metro53 - Dubai (Web Desk) — Due to a disastrous performance in the T20 World Cup 2026, Australia Cricket Team now faces a serious threat to its participation in the 2028 Olympics.
According to details, Australia was knocked out in the group stage of the T20 World Cup 2026 after suffering defeats against Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka, leading to an early exit from the tournament.
The impact of this failure is not limited to the World Cup alone. With cricket set to be included in the Los Angeles Olympics, Australia’s chances of qualification have also come under threat.
Initial reports suggest that only six teams, including host nation the United States, will qualify for the Olympic cricket event. Following a drop in rankings after the poor World Cup campaign, Australia’s position now appears increasingly fragile.
If Australia hopes to secure a place in the Olympics, it will need to show a significant improvement in performance. Otherwise, not only will the dream of a gold medal fade, but Olympic participation itself could become difficult.
Meanwhile, the team management and coaching staff have already hinted at major changes to the squad following the failure in the mega event.
Australia’s campaign in this World Cup is being widely termed a clear failure, and significant restructuring is now expected ahead of future tournaments.
