Quinton de Kock Aims to Break Dhoni’s T20 Record

Quinton de Kock Approaches Landmark Achievement

Quinton de Kock, the South African wicketkeeper-batsman, is on the brink of achieving a significant milestone in T20 World Cup history. During the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, he reached 32 dismissals by equaling the record set by legendary cricketer MS Dhoni. This stunning feat occurred during South Africa’s opening match against Canada, held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

De Kock’s performance has put him in a prime position, as he prepares to break this prestigious record in the upcoming match against Afghanistan. As he continues to perform exceptionally well, cricket fans are eagerly anticipating what will unfold next.

Record-Breaking Moments

In the match against Canada, de Kock showcased his skills by completing two crucial catches behind the stumps, which leveled his tally of 32 dismissals with that of Dhoni, who achieved this feat in 32 games. Notably, de Kock has reached this mark in just 28 matches, displaying his incredible ability as a wicketkeeper.

De Kock’s impressive collection includes 25 catches and 7 stumpings. With just one more dismissal needed, he stands on the brink of becoming the most successful wicketkeeper in T20 World Cup history. As South Africa gears up to face Afghanistan on February 11, opportunities abound for him to achieve this feat.

Performance Insights

This is de Kock’s sixth T20 World Cup appearance, following his debut in 2014. Interestingly, MS Dhoni also participated in six editions of this tournament. Dhoni’s last T20 World Cup game was the semi-final against the West Indies in 2016, while he led India to victory in the inaugural 2007 season.

Beyond his wicketkeeping prowess, de Kock is contributing significantly with the bat. He scored 25 runs off 22 balls against Canada, keeping his status as South Africa’s leading run-scorer in T20 internationals intact, with a remarkable tally of 2,939 runs at an average of 31.60 and a strike rate of 142.39. Additionally, in T20 World Cups, he has accumulated 678 runs.

Should he score an additional 61 runs, de Kock will become the first South African to surpass 3000 T20I runs, further cementing his legacy in the sport. This achievement illustrates the depth of his talent and commitment to the game.

As de Kock prepares to take the field against Afghanistan, all eyes will be on him, not just for his record-setting potential, but also for his continuous contributions to the team’s success in this exhilarating tournament.