Zimbabwe sets multiple records in T20I against Gambia
Nairobi: In a remarkable display of cricketing prowess, Zimbabwe shattered several records during their T20 World Cup 2026 qualifier match against Gambia on Wednesday.
Highest T20I total ever
Zimbabwe posted a staggering 344/4 in 20 overs, setting a new world record for the highest total in a T20I, surpassing Nepal's 314/3 against Mongolia at the Asian Games in 2023. Sikandar Raza led the charge with an unbeaten 133 from just 43 balls. Contributions from Brian Bennett (50 off 26), Tadiwanashe Marumani (62 off 19), and Clive Madande (53* off 17) bolstered Zimbabwe’s innings.
Sikandar Raza’s milestone achievements
Raza's explosive innings included 7 fours and 15 sixes, making him Zimbabwe's first T20I centurion. His 133* also marked the joint-second-fastest century in T20Is. With 118 of his runs coming through boundaries, Raza broke his own record for most sixes in a T20I innings by a Zimbabwean and surpassed Virat Kohli's record for the most 'Man of the Match' awards in T20Is, with 17 accolades.
Record-breaking victory margin
Zimbabwe bowled out Gambia for a mere 54 runs, securing a historic 290-run victory, the largest margin of victory in a T20I match.
Most boundaries in a T20I innings
The Zimbabwean batsmen smashed 30 fours and 27 sixes, totalling 57 boundaries, the highest in any T20I innings. The 27 sixes also set a new record for the most hit by a team in a T20I.
Gambia’s unwanted records
Gambia’s bowlers faced the brunt of Zimbabwe's onslaught, with Musa Jobarteh conceding 93 runs in four overs, the most by a bowler in a T20I innings. Additionally, five Gambia bowlers each conceded 50 or more runs, another unwanted T20I record.
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Rajasthan CM Sharma invites Karnataka to partner in agritech transformation
Bengaluru (PTI): Asserting that Rajasthan is evolving and embracing progressive change, Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Sunday invited Karnataka and industry stakeholders present in Bengaluru to partner with the state in shaping a “new agricultural revolution.”
The CM was speaking at an investor meet organised in Bengaluru under the ‘Global Rajasthan Agritech Meet (GRAM)–2026’, aimed at positioning Rajasthan as a leading hub for agricultural innovation, agritech investment, and global partnerships.
“Rajasthan is moving toward building a strong agritech-driven economy by integrating its traditional agricultural strengths with modern technology. The state government is creating an investor-friendly environment,” Sharma said.
“Out of the Rs 35 lakh crore MoUs signed during the 2024 Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit, Rs 9 lakh crore worth of investments have already been grounded, and we welcome all stakeholders to be part of this transformative journey,” he added.
Emphasising the synergy between the two states, he said, “Rajasthan is growing, evolving and embracing progressive change, and together with Karnataka, we can further strengthen our farmers by equipping them with the latest technologies and building a future of shared prosperity.”
Highlighting the shared vision between the two states, he added, “Bengaluru and Rajasthan share a long-standing, cordial relationship built on innovation and progress.”
“As Rajasthan advances steadily toward becoming a Viksit Rajasthan, we invite Bengaluru and Karnataka to partner with us in shaping a new agricultural revolution,” he said.
The event was hosted by the Agriculture Department, Government of Rajasthan, in collaboration with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) and the Rajasthan Foundation.
The investor meet witnessed participation from key stakeholders across agriculture, agritech, industry, and investment sectors.
The CM said that through GRAM 2026, the government is committed to ushering in a new era of agricultural transformation by modernising farming practices, enhancing farmers’ incomes, and connecting them with cutting-edge technologies such as AI and agritech innovations, while expanding access to food processing and global markets.
“This landmark initiative will bring together thousands of farmers, experts and investors on a single, dynamic platform,” he said.
He further noted that the government is integrating key departments—including agriculture, electricity, cooperatives, animal husbandry and fisheries—to create a unified ecosystem for holistic farmer development.
“Our goal is to harness technology to drive sustainable growth and empower our farmers with the tools and opportunities they need to thrive,” he added.
Highlighting progress in the agriculture sector, Rajasthan Agriculture and Horticulture Minister Kirodi Lal Meena said the state government is strengthening the agritech ecosystem through policy support, infrastructure development and innovation, creating a conducive environment for investors and entrepreneurs.
During the event, a film on GRAM 2026 was showcased, highlighting opportunities in Rajasthan’s agriculture and agritech sectors, an official release said.
Extensive deliberations on agriculture, agritech, investment and partnership opportunities were held during the meet, with participants exploring collaborative pathways to strengthen the sector.
The main event, GRAM 2026, is scheduled to be held from May 23 to 25, 2026, in Jaipur, with expected participation from investors, industry leaders and policymakers from across India and abroad.
As part of the preparatory outreach, roadshows have already been conducted in Jaipur and New Delhi, with more planned across major cities to further expand the reach of the initiative, the release added.
