Zimbabwe sent shockwaves through the inaugural Twenty20 World Cup in South Africa as they recorded a remarkable five-wicket victory over Australia in Cape Town.The Australians, who have not played any competitive cricket since winning the ICC World Cup back in April, looked decidedly ring-rusty and ultimately paid the price against an inspired Zimbabwe outfit.Having won the toss and opted to bat first, Australia lost wickets at regular intervals and rather stumbled to 138-9 off their 20 overs with Brad Hodge top-scoring with 35 not out.Zimbabwe's run-chase was blighted by persistent rain which forced the teams from the field at one point.However, on their return, Zimbabwe were guided home by man-of-the-match Brendan Taylor (60 not out) who showed a cool head to help his side find 12 runs from the final over to clinch a famous victory.
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