Ind vs Zim Super 8 Live: Arshdeep Singh’s 3-24 Powers India to 72-Run Win

Chasing 257, Zimbabwe needed a flying start, and they got one in the powerplay, reaching 44/0 in six overs. Brian Bennett anchored the innings brilliantly, scoring a magnificent 97 off 59 balls, smashing eight fours and six sixes. He brought up his half-century in just 34 balls and kept Zimbabwe in contention deep into the chase.

Tadiwanashe Marumani contributed 20, while Sikandar Raza played an aggressive knock of 31 from 21 balls. The pair stitched together a crucial 50-run stand for the third wicket, briefly reviving hopes of an unlikely chase. However, regular breakthroughs halted Zimbabwe’s momentum in the death overs.

Arshdeep Singh was the standout bowler for India, claiming 3 wickets for 24 runs in his four overs, including key dismissals of Sikandar Raza and Ryan Burl. Varun Chakravarthy and Axar Patel picked up one wicket each, while Shivam Dube removed Tashinga Musekiwa during the late push.

Zimbabwe eventually finished at 184/6, falling 72 runs short of the target. Despite the loss, the innings featured impressive Zimbabwe batting highlights, particularly Bennett’s near-century under pressure.

India’s comprehensive victory in Ind vs Zim secured their qualification for the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup 2026, where they will now face a top-ranked opponent in the knockout stage. With strong performances in both batting and bowling, India look well-prepared for the challenges ahead as the tournament enters its decisive phase.