Zimbabwe Cricket Fans Celebrate as Chevrons Beat Kenya to Secure T20 World Cup Qualification

Zimbabwe Cricket Fans Celebrate as Chevrons Beat Kenya to Secure T20 World Cup Qualification

Zimbabwe cricket fans are celebrating as the national team, the Chevrons, secured their spot at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.

The Zimbabwe national cricket team, the Chevrons qualified for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 after defeating Kenya in the Africa Region Qualifier semi-final at Harare Sports Club on Thursday afternoon.

The Chevrons secured a dominant seven-wicket victory, sealing their spot at the global showpiece to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka in 2026.

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Bennett Shines as Zimbabwe Cruises Past Kenya

Zimbabwe’s success was spearheaded by another explosive innings from rising star Brian Bennett, who once again proved pivotal in the team’s batting line-up. His performance ensured the Chevrons made light work of Kenya, comfortably chasing down their target to book their ticket to the World Cup.

Namibia Also Through After Win Against Tanzania

Earlier in the day, Namibia secured their own qualification after overcoming Tanzania in the first semi-final. This result sets up a thrilling final clash between Zimbabwe and Namibia on Saturday, though both sides will go into the match with their World Cup spots already confirmed.

Fans Celebrate Chevrons Win on Social Media

Following the victory, Zimbabweans flooded social media with messages of joy and pride. Many praised the team’s resilience and expressed optimism about the Chevrons making a strong impact at the World Cup in 2026.

Here are some of the reactions:

@prudence ndavani;

We are here for it. Welldone chevrons you have made the country proud

@James Charamba;

Well done Chevrons….well deserved

@Ivy Munyoro;

Congratulations. We are proud of you team

@Pauline Peegal Mas;

Well played
Congratulations Chevrons