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The Zimbabwe National Cricket Team Vs Kenya Cricket Team Match Scorecard from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Region Final 2025 records a seven-wicket victory for Zimbabwe at Harare Sports Club. Kenya scored 122/6 in 20 overs after choosing to bat, while Zimbabwe reached 123/3 in just 15 overs to seal the match with 30 balls remaining.
Kenya’s innings was built around an excellent 65 from Rakep Patel. Sachin Gill added 19 and Jasraj Kundi remained unbeaten on 13 as Kenya reached 122/6.
Zimbabwe’s chase was led by Brian Bennett, who scored 51 from 25 balls. Tadiwanashe Marumani added 39 from 27 balls, while Ryan Burl finished unbeaten on 16. Zimbabwe reached 123/3 in 15 overs.
Zimbabwe Vs Kenya Match Overview
Zimbabwe and Kenya met in the second semi-final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Region Final 2025. The match took place on 2 October 2025 at Harare Sports Club in Harare.
Kenya won the toss and elected to bat first. Their innings produced 122/6 from 20 overs, with Rakep Patel making 65 from 47 deliveries.
Zimbabwe’s chase was considerably faster. Brian Bennett and Tadiwanashe Marumani established the platform before Sikandar Raza, Ryan Burl and Tony Munyonga completed the chase.
| Match Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Region Final 2025 |
| Match | Zimbabwe vs Kenya |
| Stage | 2nd Semi-Final |
| Date | 2 October 2025 |
| Venue | Harare Sports Club, Harare |
| Toss | Kenya won the toss |
| Decision | Kenya elected to bat |
| Kenya | 122/6 in 20 overs |
| Zimbabwe | 123/3 in 15 overs |
| Result | Zimbabwe won by 7 wickets |
| Player of the Match | Brian Bennett |
Zimbabwe National Cricket Team Vs Kenya Cricket Team Match Scorecard
The scorecard shows a strong Zimbabwe performance in the second innings. Kenya posted 122/6, but Zimbabwe reached the target in only 15 overs.
Zimbabwe’s run rate of 8.20 was considerably higher than Kenya’s 6.10. Brian Bennett’s aggressive 51 from 25 balls gave Zimbabwe early momentum, while Tadiwanashe Marumani provided excellent support.
| Team | Score | Overs | Run Rate | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya | 122/6 | 20.0 | 6.10 | Lost |
| Zimbabwe | 123/3 | 15.0 | 8.20 | Won |
Zimbabwe therefore completed the chase with 30 balls remaining.
Kenya Batting Scorecard
Kenya lost wickets at regular intervals, but Rakep Patel produced an important innings of 65 from 47 balls.
Patel struck eight fours and one six and accounted for more than half of Kenya’s total. Sachin Gill added 19 from 21 balls, while Jasraj Kundi remained unbeaten on 13.
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pushkar Sharma | 11 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 64.71 |
| Dhiren Gondaria | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Rakep Patel | 65 | 47 | 8 | 1 | 138.30 |
| Sachin Bhudia | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 20.00 |
| Sukhdeep Singh | 6 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 46.15 |
| Sachin Gill | 19 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 90.48 |
| Jasraj Kundi | 13* | 14 | 0 | 0 | 92.86 |
| Lucas Ndandason | 1* | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Extras | 5 | — | — | — | — |
| Total | 122/6 | 20 overs | — | — | 6.10 |
Rakep Patel was the standout batter for Kenya. His 65 gave Kenya a competitive total after the team lost wickets during the innings.
Zimbabwe Bowling Scorecard
Zimbabwe’s bowling attack kept Kenya below the 130-run mark. Blessing Muzarabani took two wickets, while Richard Ngarava, Brad Evans and Tinotenda Maposa each claimed one.
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blessing Muzarabani | 4 | 26 | 2 |
| Richard Ngarava | 4 | 24 | 1 |
| Brad Evans | 4 | 22 | 1 |
| Tinotenda Maposa | 4 | 25 | 1 |
| Sikandar Raza | 2 | 14 | 0 |
| Ryan Burl | 2 | 11 | 0 |
Zimbabwe’s bowlers prevented Kenya from producing a major late-innings acceleration. The 122/6 total gave Zimbabwe a manageable target.
Zimbabwe Batting Scorecard
Zimbabwe’s chase was led by Brian Bennett. The right-hander scored 51 from only 25 balls, hitting eight fours and two sixes.
Tadiwanashe Marumani added 39 from 27 deliveries, while Ryan Burl finished unbeaten on 16 from 15 balls.
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Bennett | 51 | 25 | 8 | 2 | 204.00 |
| Tadiwanashe Marumani | 39 | 27 | 5 | 0 | 144.44 |
| Sikandar Raza | 10 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 55.56 |
| Ryan Burl | 16* | 15 | 1 | 1 | 106.67 |
| Tony Munyonga | 3* | 5 | 0 | 0 | 60.00 |
| Extras | 4 | — | — | — | — |
| Total | 123/3 | 15 overs | — | — | 8.20 |
Bennett’s strike rate of 204.00 was one of the defining features of the Zimbabwe innings. His aggressive approach put Zimbabwe ahead of the required rate very early in the chase.
Kenya Bowling Scorecard
Kenya used six bowlers during Zimbabwe’s chase. Vraj Patel took two wickets, while Dhiren Gondaria claimed one.
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sachin Gill | 3 | 23 | 0 | 7.67 |
| Peter Langat | 1 | 11 | 0 | 11.00 |
| Lucas Ndandason | 1 | 24 | 0 | 24.00 |
| Vraj Patel | 4 | 29 | 2 | 7.25 |
| Dhiren Gondaria | 4 | 17 | 1 | 4.25 |
| Nitish Hirani | 2 | 17 | 0 | 8.50 |
Dhiren Gondaria was Kenya’s most economical bowler, conceding 17 runs from four overs and taking one wicket.
However, Zimbabwe’s scoring rate meant Kenya could not maintain enough pressure throughout the chase.
Fall of Wickets
Kenya’s wickets fell at the following scores:
| Wicket | Score | Batter |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6 | Dhiren Gondaria |
| 2 | 31 | Pushkar Sharma |
| 3 | 33 | Sachin Bhudia |
| 4 | 44 | Sukhdeep Singh |
| 5 | 98 | Rakep Patel |
| 6 | 117 | Sachin Gill |
Kenya reached 122/6 after 20 overs, with Jasraj Kundi and Lucas Ndandason unbeaten.
Zimbabwe’s wickets fell during an otherwise comfortable chase:
| Wicket | Score | Batter |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 76 | Brian Bennett |
| 2 | 100 | Tadiwanashe Marumani |
| 3 | 108 | Sikandar Raza |
Ryan Burl and Tony Munyonga then completed the chase at 123/3 after 15 overs.
Key Player Performances
Brian Bennett: Bennett was named Player of the Match after scoring 51 runs from 25 balls. His innings included eight fours and two sixes and came at a strike rate of 204.00.
Rakep Patel: Patel was Kenya’s leading batter with 65 from 47 balls. His eight fours and one six provided the majority of Kenya’s scoring contribution.
Tadiwanashe Marumani: Marumani scored 39 from 27 balls and formed a 76-run opening partnership with Bennett.
Ryan Burl: Burl remained unbeaten on 16 from 15 balls and helped Zimbabwe finish the chase without further trouble.
Vraj Patel: Patel was Kenya’s most successful bowler, taking two wickets for 29 runs from four overs.
Important Partnerships
Zimbabwe’s opening partnership between Brian Bennett and Tadiwanashe Marumani was the key partnership of the chase. The pair added 76 runs from 38 balls.
| Partnership | Runs | Team |
|---|---|---|
| Brian Bennett – Tadiwanashe Marumani | 76 | Zimbabwe |
| Tadiwanashe Marumani – Sikandar Raza | 24 | Zimbabwe |
| Ryan Burl – Tony Munyonga | 15 | Zimbabwe |
| Rakep Patel – Sachin Gill | Important middle-order partnership | Kenya |
The 76-run opening stand immediately placed Zimbabwe in control of the required run rate.
Match Result and Summary
Zimbabwe defeated Kenya by 7 wickets in the second semi-final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Region Final 2025.
Kenya scored 122/6 in 20 overs, with Rakep Patel making 65. Zimbabwe then chased the target in 15 overs, finishing on 123/3.
Brian Bennett’s 51 from 25 balls was the standout innings, while Tadiwanashe Marumani contributed 39.
| Team | Score | Overs | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya | 122/6 | 20.0 | Lost |
| Zimbabwe | 123/3 | 15.0 | Won by 7 wickets |
Zimbabwe’s victory came with 30 balls remaining, securing their place in the final of the regional tournament. The scorecard highlights the difference in scoring tempo between the two innings, with Zimbabwe reaching the target at 8.20 runs per over.
FAQs
What was the score in the Zimbabwe vs Kenya match?
Kenya scored 122/6 in 20 overs, while Zimbabwe scored 123/3 in 15 overs. Zimbabwe won by seven wickets.
Who was Player of the Match in Zimbabwe vs Kenya?
Brian Bennett was named Player of the Match after scoring 51 runs from 25 balls.
Who scored the most runs for Kenya?
Rakep Patel was Kenya’s highest scorer with 65 runs from 47 balls, including eight fours and one six.
Who was Zimbabwe’s highest scorer?
Brian Bennett top-scored for Zimbabwe with 51 runs from 25 balls.
Where was Zimbabwe vs Kenya played?
The match was played at Harare Sports Club in Harare on 2 October 2025 during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Region Final.