3 best catches in T20 World Cup 2026 group stage

<p>The <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/t20/t20-world-cup/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026</strong></a> is currently underway and will be played up until March 8, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The group stage has concluded, with the top eight teams qualifying for the Super Eight stage. Each of these teams is now battling for glory and aiming to lift the prestigious trophy. In cricket, while batting and bowling often take centre stage, fielding plays an equally crucial role in determining the outcome of matches.</p>
<p>During the group stage of the tournament, several players displayed exceptional athleticism and awareness in the field. In a fast-paced format like T20, every run saved and every catch taken can make a decisive difference in the quest for victory.</p>
<h2>Here are the 3 best catches in T20 World Cup 2026 group stage</h2>
<h3>3. Tony Munyonga (ZIM) vs Australia, Match No. 19</h3>
<p>Zimbabwe’s <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-players/tony-munyonga/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Tony Munyonga</strong></a> produced one of the most breathtaking moments of the group stage against Australia. In the 18th over, Brad Evans bowled a good-length delivery angling into left-hander Ben Dwarshuis. He attempted to clear mid-wicket and slogged hard, but the timing was not perfect.</p>
<p>Munyonga, positioned at deep mid-wicket, reacted instantly. He sprinted swiftly to his left with the ball tailing away from him and launched into a full-length dive. He went fully airborne and parallel to the ground and stretched out both hands, completing a stunning catch inches above the turf. The dismissal of Dwarshuis for six runs proved crucial, halting Australia’s late surge and energising Zimbabwe’s fielding unit</p>
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<h3>2. Brian Bennett (ZIM) vs Oman, Match No. 8</h3>
<p>Zimbabwe opener <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-players/brian-bennett/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Brian Bennett</strong></a> delivered another fielding masterclass against Oman. Brad Evans bowled a clever back-of-the-hand slower ball angled into left-hander Nadeem Khan, who advanced down the pitch aiming for a big hit over mid-wicket. The shot lacked power but landed in open space. However, Bennett, stationed at deep mid-wicket, had other ideas.</p>
<p>He sprinted across the turf, covered significant ground, and then launched himself to his right. With superb balance and coordination, he caught the ball mid-air using both hands while still airborne. Oman lost a key wicket at a crucial stage, and the catch effectively pushed them out of the contest.</p>
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<h3>1. Pathum Nissanka (SL) vs Australia, Match No. 30</h3>
<p>Sri Lanka’s <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-players/pathum-nissanka/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Pathum Nissanka</strong></a> saved one of the finest for last in a high-voltage clash against Australia. Glenn Maxwell was facing spinner Dushan Hemantha and attempted a reverse sweep, striking the ball flat and hard toward backward point.</p>
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<p>The ball seemed destined to race to the boundary, but Nissanka showcased exceptional reflexes. He timed his jump to perfection and leapt high over his head, secured the ball cleanly, and maintained control even as he crashed onto the ground.</p>

<p>The <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/t20/t20-world-cup/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026</strong></a> is currently underway and will be played up until March 8, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The group stage has concluded, with the top eight teams qualifying for the Super Eight stage. Each of these teams is now battling for glory and aiming to lift the prestigious trophy. In cricket, while batting and bowling often take centre stage, fielding plays an equally crucial role in determining the outcome of matches.</p>
<p>During the group stage of the tournament, several players displayed exceptional athleticism and awareness in the field. In a fast-paced format like T20, every run saved and every catch taken can make a decisive difference in the quest for victory.</p>
<h2>Here are the 3 best catches in T20 World Cup 2026 group stage</h2>
<h3>3. Tony Munyonga (ZIM) vs Australia, Match No. 19</h3>
<p>Zimbabwe’s <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-players/tony-munyonga/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Tony Munyonga</strong></a> produced one of the most breathtaking moments of the group stage against Australia. In the 18th over, Brad Evans bowled a good-length delivery angling into left-hander Ben Dwarshuis. He attempted to clear mid-wicket and slogged hard, but the timing was not perfect.</p>
<p>Munyonga, positioned at deep mid-wicket, reacted instantly. He sprinted swiftly to his left with the ball tailing away from him and launched into a full-length dive. He went fully airborne and parallel to the ground and stretched out both hands, completing a stunning catch inches above the turf. The dismissal of Dwarshuis for six runs proved crucial, halting Australia’s late surge and energising Zimbabwe’s fielding unit</p>
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<h3>2. Brian Bennett (ZIM) vs Oman, Match No. 8</h3>
<p>Zimbabwe opener <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-players/brian-bennett/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Brian Bennett</strong></a> delivered another fielding masterclass against Oman. Brad Evans bowled a clever back-of-the-hand slower ball angled into left-hander Nadeem Khan, who advanced down the pitch aiming for a big hit over mid-wicket. The shot lacked power but landed in open space. However, Bennett, stationed at deep mid-wicket, had other ideas.</p>
<p>He sprinted across the turf, covered significant ground, and then launched himself to his right. With superb balance and coordination, he caught the ball mid-air using both hands while still airborne. Oman lost a key wicket at a crucial stage, and the catch effectively pushed them out of the contest.</p>
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<h3>1. Pathum Nissanka (SL) vs Australia, Match No. 30</h3>
<p>Sri Lanka’s <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-players/pathum-nissanka/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Pathum Nissanka</strong></a> saved one of the finest for last in a high-voltage clash against Australia. Glenn Maxwell was facing spinner Dushan Hemantha and attempted a reverse sweep, striking the ball flat and hard toward backward point.</p>
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<p>The ball seemed destined to race to the boundary, but Nissanka showcased exceptional reflexes. He timed his jump to perfection and leapt high over his head, secured the ball cleanly, and maintained control even as he crashed onto the ground.</p>

The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 is currently underway and will be played up until March 8, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The group stage has concluded, with the top eight teams qualifying for the

Here are the three best catches in the T20 World Cup 2026 from the group stage.

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