Zimbabwe Cricket Team in T20 World Cup
The Zimbabwe Cricket Team has been a prominent participant in the ICC Men’s Zimbabwe’s journey in the T20 World Cup has been marked by ups and downs, but they have shown moments of brilliance. They played their first T20 World Cup in 2007. However, they withdrew from the next edition of the T20 World Cup. […]
The Zimbabwe Cricket Team has been a prominent participant in the ICC Men’s Zimbabwe’s journey in the T20 World Cup has been marked by ups and downs, but they have shown moments of brilliance. They played their first T20 World Cup in 2007. However, they withdrew from the next edition of the T20 World Cup.
Zimbabwe was also suspended in the 2021 edition of the tournament. Zimbabwe has demonstrated its ability to compete against higher-ranked teams and has qualified for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 5 times.
Here is an overview of the Zimbabwe Cricket Team in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup till now.
Zimbabwe Cricket Team in T20 World Cup Stats
Despite following the rollercoaster ride in the T20 world cup, the Zimbabwe cricket team has won a few victories and has made exceptional records in the additions played.
Here is the win and loss record for the Zimbabwe cricket team in the T20 world cup stats.
| Year | Number of World Cup Matches Played | Won | Lost |
| 2007 | 2 | ||
| 2009 | Withdrew | ||
| 2010 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2012 | |||
| 2014 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 2016 | |||
| 2021 | Not eligible (suspended) | ||
| 2022 | 8 | 3 | 4 |
Most Runs in the T20 World Cup for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team
Sikandar Raza holds the record for the most runs in the T20 World Cup for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team. With his exceptional batting prowess, Raza has been a crucial asset, amassing a significant 278 runs from 2014 to 2022.
Here are the top 10 players who have made the most runs in the T20 World Cup history for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team.
| Player | Span | Runs | Highest Score | 100s | 50s |
| Sikandar Raza | 2014-2022 | 278 | 82 | – | 1 |
| SC Williams | 2014-2022 | 275 | 64 | – | 2 |
| BRM Taylor | 2007-2014 | 245 | 60* | – | 2 |
| H Masakadza | 2007-2016 | 213 | 43 | – | – |
| V Sibanda | 2007-2016 | 180 | 59 | – | 1 |
| E Chigumbura | 2007-2016 | 169 | 53* | – | 1 |
| CR Ervine | 2010-2022 | 160 | 58 | – | 1 |
| W Madhevere | 2022-2022 | 106 | 35* | – | – |
| RP Burl | 2022-2022 | 101 | 35 | – | – |
| M Shumba | 2022-2022 | 65 | 18 | – | – |
Highest Score in the T20 World Cup for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team
The highest score in the T20 World Cup for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team was achieved by Sikandar Raza. He scored 82 runs off 48 balls against Ireland in the 2022 tournament. His outstanding performance showcased his skill and determination, leaving a mark in Zimbabwe’s cricket history.
Here are the top players who have scored the highest in the T20 World Cup history for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team.
| Player | Score | Balls | Opponent | 4s | 6s | Year |
| Sikandar Raza | 82 | 48 | v Ireland | 5 | 5 | 17 Oct 2022 |
| SC Williams | 64 | 42 | v Bangladesh | 8 | – | 30 Oct 2022 |
| BRM Taylor | 60* | 45 | v Australia | 4 | 2 | 12 Sep 2007 |
| BRM Taylor | 59 | 46 | v Ireland | 6 | 2 | 17 Mar 2014 |
| V Sibanda | 59 | 46 | v Hong Kong | 5 | 2 | 08 Mar 2016 |
| CR Ervine | 58 | 54 | v Scotland | 6 | – | 21 Oct 2022 |
| E Chigumbura | 53* | 21 | v U.A.E. | 6 | 3 | 21 Mar 2014 |
| SC Williams | 53 | 36 | v Scotland | 6 | – | 10 Mar 2016 |
| BRM Taylor | 49 | 39 | v Netherlands | 2 | 1 | 19 Mar 2014 |
| BRM Taylor | 47 | 39 | v England | 4 | 2 | 13 Sep 2007 |
Most 50s in the T20 World Cup for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team
The Zimbabwean cricket team’s player with the most 50s in the T20 World Cup is BRM Taylor. His remarkable batting prowess has led him to achieve 2 half-centuries in 8 matches.
Here are the top players who have made the most 50s in the T20 World Cup history for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team.
| Player | Span | Matches | 50 | 50+ | Runs |
| BRM Taylor | 2007-2014 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 245 |
| SC Williams | 2014-2022 | 14 | 2 | 2 | 275 |
| CR Ervine | 2010-2022 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 160 |
| V Sibanda | 2007-2016 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 180 |
| E Chigumbura | 2007-2016 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 169 |
| Sikandar Raza | 2014-2022 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 278 |
Most Wickets in the T20 World Cup for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team
In the T20 World Cup, the Zimbabwe Cricket Team player who holds the record for taking the most wickets in the T20 world cup is Sikandar Raza. Raza took the crucial 13 wickets at an economy of 6.51 in 14 matches.
Here are the top players who have taken the most wickets in the T20 World Cup history for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team.
| Player | Span | Matches | Wickets | Economy |
| Sikandar Raza | 2014-2022 | 14 | 13 | 6.51 |
| B Muzarabani | 2022-2022 | 8 | 12 | 7.65 |
| SC Williams | 2014-2022 | 14 | 11 | 6.05 |
| TL Chatara | 2014-2022 | 13 | 11 | 6.72 |
| T Panyangara | 2014-2016 | 6 | 9 | 7.69 |
| R Ngarava | 2022-2022 | 8 | 9 | 7.03 |
| E Chigumbura | 2007-2016 | 12 | 8 | 8.5 |
| P Utseya | 2007-2014 | 9 | 6 | 6.64 |
| DT Tiripano | 2016-2016 | 3 | 5 | 8.25 |
| WP Masakadza | 2016-2022 | 4 | 5 | 7.21 |
Best Bowling Figures in an Inning in the T20 World Cup for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team
WP Masakadz holds the title for Zimbabwe’s best bowling figures in an inning in the T20 World Cup, with an impressive 4-wicket haul for just 28 runs against Scotland in the 2016 edition.
Here are the top players with the best bowling figures in an inning in the T20 World Cup history for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team.
| Player | Overs | Wickets | Runs | Opposition | Year |
| WP Masakadza | 4 | 4 | 28 | v Scotland | 10 Mar 2016 |
| E Chigumbura | 4 | 4 | 31 | v England | 13 Sep 2007 |
| T Panyangara | 4 | 4 | 37 | v Ireland | 17 Mar 2014 |
| SC Williams | 4 | 3 | 15 | v U.A.E. | 21 Mar 2014 |
| Sikandar Raza | 4 | 3 | 19 | v West Indies | 19 Oct 2022 |
| E Chigumbura | 3 | 3 | 20 | v Australia | 12 Sep 2007 |
| B Muzarabani | 4 | 3 | 23 | v Ireland | 17 Oct 2022 |
| Sikandar Raza | 4 | 3 | 25 | v Pakistan | 27 Oct 2022 |
| T Panyangara | 4 | 3 | 32 | v Afghanistan | 12 Mar 2016 |
| SC Williams | 2 | 2 | 9 | v India | 06 Nov 2022 |
Best Bowling Average in the T20 World Cup for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team
E Chigumbura has left opponents stunned with a remarkable best bowling average of 10.62 in the T20 World Cup.
Here are the top players with the best bowling average in the T20 World Cup history for the Zimbabwe Cricket Team.
| Player | Matches | Average | Wickets | Economy | Runs Spared |
| E Chigumbura | 12 | 10.62 | 8 | 8.5 | 85 |
| Sikandar Raza | 14 | 16.53 | 13 | 6.51 | 215 |
| B Muzarabani | 8 | 16.57 | 12 | 7.65 | 199 |
| GA Lamb | 2 | 17.5 | 2 | 8.4 | 35 |
| DT Tiripano | 3 | 17.6 | 5 | 8.25 | 88 |
| T Panyangara | 6 | 19.66 | 9 | 7.69 | 177 |
| WP Masakadza | 4 | 20.2 | 5 | 7.21 | 101 |
| SC Williams | 14 | 21.45 | 11 | 6.05 | 236 |
| R Ngarava | 8 | 21.88 | 9 | 7.03 | 197 |
| GB Brent | 2 | 26.5 | 2 | 7.57 | 53 |
Zimbabwe Cricket Team Performance in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Stats
Here is the Zimbabwe cricket team’s performance in the ICC Men’s t20 world cup.
| World Cup Year | Team’s Performance |
| 2007 | Group stage (9th) |
| 2009 | Withdrew |
| 2010 | Group stage (10th) |
| 2012 | Group stage (11th) |
| 2014 | Group stage (11th) |
| 2016 | Group stage (11th) |
| 2021 | Not eligible (suspended) |
| 2022 | Super 12 |
Frequently Asked Questions About The Zimbabwe Team in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup
Q1. How many times has the Zimbabwe Cricket Team qualified for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup?
Ans: The Zimbabwe Cricket Team has qualified six times for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup finals. They did not play in the 2009 and 2021 T20 World Cup tournaments.
Q2. Who was the Zimbabwe Cricket Team captain in the 2022 T20 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup?
Ans: Craig Ervine, a talented Middle-Order Batter, captained the Zimbabwe Cricket Team in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2022.
Q3. Who is the top run-scorer from Zimbabwe in the World Cup?
Ans: Sikandar Raza is the top run-scorer of the Zimbabwe Cricket Team in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. He has made 278 runs in the T20 World Cup matches till 2022.
