Sean Williams hits 174 as Zimbabwe crush US by 304 runs

Sent in to bat, the African side smashed their highest ODI total of 6-408 with Williams ably supported by opener Joylord Gumbie (78), Sikandar Raza (48) and Ryan Burl — whose 47 runs came at a strike rate of 294.

The US were never in the chase and lost regular wickets as they were bowled all out for 104 in 25.1 overs, including three comical run-outs.

Zimbabwe finish the group stage of the qualifiers unbeaten having also overcome West Indies, Netherlands and Nepal. The two tournament finalists will qualify for the 50-over World Cup in India later this year.

"We've found our momentum and we're looking to carry it forward ... having the crowd behind us is like having a 12th man," Williams said after being named player of the match.