Hetmyer Smashes West Indies to Record T20 World Cup Total
Shimron Hetmyer delivered a performance for the ages as the West Indies tore through Zimbabwe in a Super 8s T20 World Cup clash. Set back early by some sharp bowling from Blessing Muzarabani, Hetmyer looked in trouble at just nine runs after a near-catch went down, but what followed was a masterclass in power hitting and timing.
In just 34 balls, Hetmyer scored a blistering 85, clouting seven sixes and seven fours, turning what could have been a precarious start into a dominant statement. His innings anchored a formidable West Indies total of 6-254, their highest ever in a T20 World Cup match. Alongside him, Rovman Powell chipped in with 59 off 35 balls, while Sherfane Rutherford remained unbeaten on 31, adding momentum in the final overs.
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This was not just a high-scoring effort, it was a warning shot to the rest of Group 1. West Indies displayed aggressive intent, hitting 19 sixes in total at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium, a tally only matched historically by Sri Lanka’s 6-260 against Kenya back in 2007. Zimbabwe, despite a late fightback from Brad Evans, who blasted 43 off 21 balls, never managed to recover, being bowled out for 147. The 107-run margin is the largest of this tournament so far, leaving Zimbabwe struggling to find answers against top-tier bowling.
West Indies’ bowlers were clinical. Gudakesh Motie claimed 4-28 and Akeal Hosein 3-28, ensuring that Zimbabwe had no realistic chance of chasing the mammoth target. Only Graeme Cremer managed to keep things slightly under control, going for less than ten runs an over, but it was a lonely effort amid relentless West Indies pressure.
The implications of this win are significant. West Indies now share the top of Group 1 with South Africa and both teams carry impressive net run rates into their upcoming clash in Ahmedabad. That game could very well decide who secures a semi-final spot, making every run and every wicket crucial. Meanwhile, Zimbabwe faces co-host India in Chennai, needing a victory just to stay competitive in the tournament.
Hetmyer’s approach was simple but effective: “Think less, react more,” and it paid off in spectacular fashion. His innings will be remembered as one of the defining performances of this World Cup, setting a benchmark for fearless T20 batting.
Stay with us as this tournament unfolds and watch closely—moments like this can change the course of a World Cup. Keep following for every update, analysis and key clash in what’s shaping up to be a thrilling Super 8s stage.
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