T20 World Cup 2026: Sikandar Raza To Lead As Zimbabwe Announce Squad

Zimbabwe named a balanced squad for the T20 World Cup 2026 after qualifying unbeaten from the Africa Qualifier, with Sikandar Raza leading the side.

Zimbabwe, popularly known as the Chevrons, have announced their squad for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, to be held in India and Sri Lanka. The team booked their place in the marquee event with a flawless campaign in the Africa Qualifier and have now picked a well-balanced side for the global stage.

Sikandar Raza will captain Zimbabwe at the tournament, as the side looks to make a strong impact after missing out on qualification in 2024.

Zimbabwe squad for T20 World Cup 2026

Sikandar Raza (c), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Graeme Cremer, Bradley Evans, Clive Madande, Tinotenda Maposa, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Wellington Masakadza, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Brendan Taylor

Raza comes into the tournament in strong form, having recently hit a joint second-fastest T20I century. His hundred came off just 33 balls, making it the joint-second fastest hundred in men’s T20Is.

Zimbabwe’s batting will be led by Brian Bennett, who enjoyed a prolific run in the Africa Qualifier. His form at the top of the order will be key to providing stability in big matches. The pace attack will be spearheaded by Blessing Muzarabani and Richard Ngarava, while Graeme Cremer adds experience and control through spin.

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Veteran batter Brendan Taylor has returned to the setup, bringing a wealth of experience to the middle order along with valuable leadership presence in the dressing room.

Zimbabwe’s qualification for the World Cup was a major milestone, as they remained unbeaten throughout the Africa Qualifier and lifted the trophy in front of an energetic home crowd in Harare. The Chevrons have been placed in Group B, where they will face strong competition from Australia, Sri Lanka, Ireland and Oman.