ICC World Cup: Australia beat West Indies by 8 wickets

Australia thrashed the West Indies by eight wickets to stay alive in the T20 World Cup semifinal race on Saturday, thanks to veteran opener David Warner's combative unbeaten 89. The left-hander was at his classic best, smashing four sixes and nine fours to power the 158-run chase in what was likely Dwyane Bravo's and Chris Gayle's final match. Mitchell Marsh, who hit a 32-ball 53 before getting out trying to score the winning run, provided solid support for Warner.

Only a stunning win for South Africa over England later in the night stood between Australia and a semi-final berth. West Indies, who have already been eliminated from the tournament, may be requested to participate in the first round of the next World Cup in order to advance to the Super 12s round; only the top eight teams on November 15 will receive automatic access.