In a display of sheer dominance, West Indies scripted history at Wankhede Stadium during the T20 World Cup 2026, thrashing Zimbabwe by 107 runs – their second-largest margin in the tournament’s annals. Setting 255, they watched Zimbabwe unravel spectacularly to 147.
The chase began disastrously for Zimbabwe. Standout performer Brian Bennett fell for 5. Marumani’s 14-run stay offered no respite. Myers’ 28 off 15 brought fleeting hope with aggressive strokeplay, but Burl’s golden duck extinguished it.
Sikandar Raza’s gritty 27 off 20 and Evans’ fiery 43 off 21 – laced with five sixes – weren’t enough as partners deserted him. The innings imploded under pressure.
Spinners Motie and Hosein orchestrated the massacre. Motie’s 4-28 and Hosein’s 3-28 suffocated Zimbabwe, turning the middle overs into a graveyard.
West Indies’ 254/6 was a batting masterclass. Hetmyer’s 85 off 34, featuring 14 boundaries, set the tone. Powell’s 59 off 35 added substance, Rutherford’s unbeaten 31 off 13 provided fireworks.
Topping Super 8 Group 1, West Indies eye glory. South Africa awaits on February 26 in what promises to be a high-stakes showdown.