'I Surprised Myself as Well' – Bennett Reflects on Unexpected Achievement in T20 World Cup 2026

Zimbabwe’s Brian Bennett got everyone’s attention in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 by performing strongly with the bat. He remained the team’s main batter in the mega event by scoring loads of runs. Although Zimbabwe is now out of the tournament, Bennett is still proud of the team for making it to the Super Eights against all odds.

“It's been pretty amazing. I'm obviously super excited that we got to the Super Eight. We are the first Zimbabwean team to get the Super Eight in the T20 World Cup which was really special.” said Brian Bennett.

“I am just grateful for the opportunity for us to come here and play, especially in India as well. Overall, just very happy that we've been able to do what we've been able to do.” added Brian Bennett.

Talking about his own performances, Bennett said that he is actually surprised by them, as he did not expect his bat to produce so many runs.

“I have been on tours to Sri Lanka before (in January 2024 and August 2025), so I knew what to expect from the conditions but it was still surprising that I didn't get out in the first three innings. I surprised myself as well.” said Brian Bennett.

“The main goal for me is to just hang in there, get a good start to the powerplay and carry on knocking it around during the middle phases to give us more wickets at the back end to sort of fire on and go to higher strike rates.” added Brian Bennett.

He then revealed his ambitions to play in the IPL, saying it is the best league in the world in which everyone wants to participate.

“Everyone wants to play in the IPL. It's the main league, and there's lots of leagues going on now. You never know. I hope that does open doors somewhere. But I'll just wait and see what happens. Whatever happens, happens.” added Brian Bennett.