Quinton de Kock has broken MS Dhoni’s world record for most wicketkeeper dismissals in T20 World Cup history, registering 33 dismissals. The milestone came during South Africa’s seven-wicket victory over New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, in the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
In a high-stakes Group A clash at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, South Africa defeated New Zealand by seven wickets, but the night belonged to Quinton de Kock. The Proteas’ wicketkeeper-batter achieved a historic milestone, overtaking MS Dhoni’s record of 32 dismissals in T20 World Cup history.
De Kock’s record-breaking moment came when he caught Kiwi opener Tim Seifert off Marco Jansen’s bowling in the fourth over. This marked his 33rd dismissal across six editions of the tournament, cementing his place as the most successful wicketkeeper in T20 World Cup history.
Key Highlights
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Quinton de Kock now holds the record for most dismissals (33) in T20 World Cup history, surpassing MS Dhoni’s 32.
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The milestone was achieved during South Africa’s seven-wicket win over New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
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De Kock’s achievement also eclipsed a record jointly held by Dhoni and AB de Villiers, making him the first player to cross the 33-mark.
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South Africa’s victory, anchored by Marco Jansen and Aiden Markram, brought them closer to securing a Super 8 spot in the tournament.
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De Kock, playing his sixth T20 World Cup, continues to be a pivotal figure in South Africa’s campaign.
This achievement not only highlights de Kock’s consistency and longevity but also underscores South Africa’s growing momentum in the 2026 edition of the tournament.
Sources: Cricket Times, Times Now, News18