Harare, Zimbabwe, Oct 2, 2025 (AFP) - Bennett, Smit star as Zimbabwe, Namibia reach T20 World Cup

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2025-10-02

Zimbabwe opening batter Brian Bennett and Namibia all-rounder J.J. Smit played key roles on Thursday as their countries booked their spots at the T20 World Cup with victories in the African qualifying event. A quickfire 51 from Bennett in Harare set up Zimbabwe for a seven-wicket victory over Kenya with five overs to spare. Earlier, Smit compiled an unbeaten 61 and took three wickets in a 63-run win against Tanzania. The qualifications of Zimbabw......

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