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Zimbabwe has been producing some great catches and fielding effort in this tourament so far. First at Group Stages in Sri Lanka and now at Super 8 in India. A breathtaking fielding effort lit up the Group 1

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encounter between Zimbabwe and West Indies as Brian Bennett pulled off a sensational diving catch to dismiss Shai Hope, handing Brad Evans a key breakthrough. The moment came at 5.5 overs and instantly became one of the standout highlights of the match, underlining how game-changing sharp fielding can be in high-stakes tournament fixtures. The catch will simply go down as one of the best catches in the tournament thus far.

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Evans executed his plan perfectly, delivering a slower-paced length ball that deceived Hope. Attempting an aggressive slog across the line, the West Indies batter failed to time it cleanly, sending the ball looping toward deep midwicket. Positioned wide, Bennett reacted instantly — sprinting hard to his left, keeping his eyes locked on the descending ball before launching into a full-stretch dive. With impeccable timing and control, he clasped it inches above the ground, completing a spectacular dismissal that lifted Zimbabwe’s energy and momentum on the field.

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What a moment in the field! Brian Bennett takes a screamer to dismiss Shai Hope. ⚡ ICC Men's #T20WorldCup | SUPER 8 | #ZIMvWI | LIVE NOW \uD83D\uDC49 https://t.co/vCrA64jJ8c pic.twitter.com/MUyKnQlQVS
— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) February 23, 2026\n

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Hope’s innings ended at 14 off 12 balls, including two boundaries, just as he looked ready to shift gears. His wicket proved crucial in the context of this Group 1 contest, where every moment can influence qualification scenarios. Catches of this caliber often become defining snapshots of a match, and Bennett’s effort was a textbook example of athleticism meeting awareness under pressure.

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The match followed a dramatic day in the tournament, where India suffered a heavy 76-run defeat against South Africa. With results already shaking up the standings, moments like Bennett’s brilliance gain even more significance, reminding fans that in tournament cricket, a single piece of magic in the field can alter the course of the game and sometimes, the group table itself.

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WATCH: Brian Bennett pulls off breathtaking catch to dismiss Shai Hope at Super 8 clash between ZIM and WI in T20 World Cup 2026

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