Zimbabwe’s Brian Bennett produced a wide ranging diving catch during their T20 World Cup 2026 clash against Oman on Monday, February 9, in Colombo. Put in to bat, Oman struggled throughout the innings and were eventually bowled out for a modest 103 in 19.5 overs.
The ultimate blow got here with the dismissal of Nadeem Khan. Brad Evans delivered a clever back-of-the-hand slower ball that angled into the left-hander. Attempting to clear the boundary, Nadeem didn’t time the shot and didn’t get enough distance.
Positioned at deep mid-wicket, Bennett sprinted forward and launched himself to his right, completing a full-stretch dive to clasp the ball safely with each hands, sealing the innings in spectacular fashion. Bennett ran across the sphere to take what’s widely considered the very best catch of the T20 World Cup 2026 to this point.
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Absolute screamer! 🙌
Bennett covers big ground at deep midwicket and pulls off something truly special. 🔥ICC Men’s #T20WorldCup | #ZIMvOMA | LIVE NOW 👉 https://t.co/sSkJZZD9Es pic.twitter.com/6wGvvipeCU
— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) February 9, 2026
Zimbabwe’s Bowlers Restrict Oman In T20 World Cup 2026 Clash
Zimbabwe produced a comprehensive bowling performance of their opening match of the T20 World Cup 2026 against Oman. Blessing Muzarabani set the tone early by dismissing Oman captain Jatinder Singh within the second over. From there, Zimbabwe’s bowlers maintained relentless pressure, striking at regular intervals to derail Oman’s innings.
The side found themselves reeling at 27/5 after just seven overs, with little momentum to construct a recovery. Although Sufyan, Vinayak and Nadeem showed some resistance, their efforts only helped Oman cross the 100-run mark. Zimbabwe remained dominant with the ball and sustained their intensity throughout the innings.
It was a collective effort, with Richard Ngarava, Muzarabani and Brad Evans claiming three wickets each, ending with figures of three/17, 3/16 and three/18 respectively. Veteran all-rounder Sikandar Raza also contributed with a wicket, returning 1/17 from his 4 overs.
The performance marked a powerful begin to the T20 World Cup 2026 for Zimbabwe, who will look to convert it right into a convincing victory and secure two vital points.
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