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Eddie Chikamhi
Zimpapers Sports Hub
TOP order batsman Brian Bennett feels Zimbabwe need to seize the momentum in their quest to seal the T20I series when they host Afghanistan in the second match at Harare Sports Club today.
The Chevrons, who lead the three-match series 1-0, stand on the cusp of a rare T20I series win after dismissing the visitors by four wickets in the opener on Tuesday. The Zimbabweans are riding on the back of two wins in their last two T20Is, having edged Pakistan in the final match of the previous series held in Bulawayo. Bennett, who was named Man of the Match in both outings, however, said it will require a lot of hard work and commitment from the home side.
“Obviously, last week, to win the last T20 gave us momentum coming into this week, especially.
“So, to win the first game against Afghanistan and to start off the series with a win gives us confidence.
“But you know what? There’s still two more games to go, so there’s still a lot to work on,” said Bennett.
The Chevrons last won a T20I series almost two years ago when they beat Ireland 2-1 at Harare Sports Club.
They have failed to clinch a win in the subsequent six series, despite coming close on several occasions.
Bennett is slowly establishing himself in the team.
His knock of 43 runs won him the Man of the Match award against Pakistan at Queens Sports Club last week.
“I did make my debut last year in December, so I’ve been in the national set-up for a year now.
“So, you know what? I’m still young, I’m still learning each game as well. And it’s nice to have the senior guys in the camp as well helping you and just learning.
“And good experienced coaches as well.
“I’ve still got a long way to go. So, there’s still a lot more learning to do,” said Bennett.
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