Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza has been rewarded for his side's strong start to the ICC Men's T20 World Cup by regaining the No.1 spot on the latest ICC Men's T20I All-Rounder Rankings.
The 29-year-old seamer was named Player of the Match for his impressive spell of 4 overs, 1 maiden, conceding just 16 runs and picking up three wickets, which helped restrict Oman to a modest total.
In the Group B fixture, Zimbabwe opener batter Brian Bennett remained unbeaten on 48 runs off 36 balls as the Sikandar Raza-led side chased down a modest target of 104 runs comfortably.
Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka has stressed the importance of taking a measured, match-by-match approach as the co-hosts prepare to begin their ICC Men's T20 World Cup campaign, with a strong focus on form and team responsibility.
Sikandar Raza climbed deeper into the hearts of the Paarl Royals faithful when the Zimbabwean international struck a six off the final ball to clinch a six-wicket victory at Boland Park on Tuesday evening.
Joburg Super Kings moved to joint top of the SA20 2025-26 table with Sunrisers Eastern Cape after their clash against Paarl Royals at the Wanderers on Thursday evening was abandoned due to inclement weather.
Sikandar, playing for Paarl Royals in the league, was speaking to the media after the conclusion of his side's match with defending champions MI Cape Town. His brilliant spell of 4/13 in four overs had restricted MI Cape Town to just 88, and Paarl chased down the total with seven wickets and
Considering the amount of talent within the MI Cape Town squad, all-rounder George Linde feels that with a bit of good fortune coming their way, the results are bound to change, as per a release from SA20.
Zimbabwe, who sealed their spot with a flawless campaign in the Africa Qualifier, have named a 15-member side for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup on Friday.
Sharjah Warriorz held their nerve to clinch a dramatic four-wicket win over Abu Dhabi Knight Riders at the Zayed Cricket Stadium on Monday. They moved to six points, and with two games to spare, have set up a tight race for the remaining playoff spots in ILT20 Season 4.