New Delhi. When a batsman is in his element on the cricket field, the bowlers curse their luck, but when a batsman does not even take the name of being out, then understand that there is an atmosphere of panic in the opposite camp. Zimbabwe’s 22-year-old young sensation Brian Bennett has created such a stir in the T20 World Cup 2026.
3 matches, 3 innings and 175 runs but the most ‘spicy’ and surprising thing is that Bennett has not been out even once in this tournament. He has become such a puzzle for the opposition bowlers, for which no one has the solution at present. That means he is invincible in this tournament and now he is going to become a big challenge for the Indian bowlers also.
Bennett’s ‘unstoppable’ journey becomes a time for bowlers
Brian Bennett has not only taken Zimbabwe to the top of Group B with his batting, but has also attracted the attention of greats from all over the world. The account of his innings is as follows. Against Oman: 48 runs (not out), Against Australia: 64 runs (not out), Against Sri Lanka: 63 runs (not out)
In an era where T20 cricket is considered to mean skyscraper sixes, Bennett has not hit even a single six in this World Cup, yet he is scoring heaps of runs. His 22 fours testify to his class and timing.
The ‘mastermind’ of Zimbabwe’s success
Zimbabwe has defeated big teams like Australia and Sri Lanka in this tournament. Bennett, by opening the innings, is giving the team the stability it was looking for for years. Chasing the target of 179 runs against Sri Lanka in Colombo, he scored a composed and unbeaten 63 runs to help the team win by 6 wickets. At the age of just 22, Bennett has become the new poster boy of Zimbabwe cricket.
Born in Harare on 10 November 2003, Bennett proved his talent by scoring the most runs for his team in the 2022 Under-19 World Cup. He is not only a brilliant opening batsman but also excels with his off-break bowling when needed. He also holds the record for scoring the fastest century (in 97 balls) for Zimbabwe in Test cricket against England at Trent Bridge.
Will Bennett’s magic remain in Super-8 also?
Zimbabwe, now unbeaten, has entered the Super-8, where they will have to face big teams like West Indies (23 February) and India (26 February). The eyes of the whole world are now on whether Bennett will be able to maintain his streak of being ‘not out’ in front of the dangerous bowling attack of India.
This performance of Brian Bennett is not just a game of statistics, but it is the story of the revival of Zimbabwe cricket. As his coach Justin Sammons says, “If your defense is strong, even the best spell of the bowler cannot trouble you. Now the question is, will Brian Bennett hit his first T20 World Cup six in the upcoming match against India in the Super 8 or will his strategy of fours continue?