In a rare and unfortunate dismissal during the T20 World Cup 2026, Namibia’s wicketkeeper-batter Zane Green became only the fourth player in the tournament’s history to be dismissed hit wicket.
The incident occurred on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. During the 19th over of Namibia’s chase against India, Green attempted a reverse sweep off a delivery from Shivam Dube. In his follow-through, Green missed the ball but accidentally swung his bat into his own stumps. The dismissal served as the final blow for Namibia, who were bowled out for 116, handing India a record-breaking 93-run victory.
The “Hit Wicket” Honor Roll
Dismissals of this nature are exceptionally rare in high-stakes international tournaments. Green now shares this unwanted record with only three other players in T20 World Cup history:
| Player | Team | Opponent | Year |
| David Obuya | Kenya | New Zealand | 2007 |
| Nasum Ahmed | Bangladesh | West Indies | 2021 |
| Hardik Pandya | India | England | 2022 |
| Zane Green | Namibia | India | 2026 |
Match Recap: India’s Dominance in Delhi
While Green’s dismissal grabbed headlines for its rarity, the match itself was a statement of intent from the defending champions.
- India’s Total: India posted a massive 209/9, powered by explosive half-centuries from Ishan Kishan (61 off 24) and Hardik Pandya (52 off 28).
- Bowling Masterclass: Varun Chakravarthy was the standout performer with the ball, returning devastating figures of 3/7 in just two overs.
- Record Margin: The 93-run win marked India’s largest victory margin by runs in T20 World Cup history.
- Namibian Resistance: Despite the loss, Namibia captain Gerhard Erasmus delivered a heroic performance, taking 4/20 to restrict India from an even higher total.
What’s Next?
This victory secures India’s second consecutive win in Group A, keeping them at the top of the table. They now head to Colombo for the most anticipated match of the tournament—the blockbuster clash against Pakistan on Sunday, February 15.
