Tom Banton Dismissed Early by Wrist-Spin in England vs Pakistan T20 World Cup Super 8 Clash
Feb. 24, 2026 — Sri Lanka — Tom Banton, the 27-year-old English wicketkeeper-batter for Somerset, was dismissed for 2 runs off 6 balls by Pakistan’s Usman Tariq’s high-arm googly during the ongoing Super 8 match against Pakistan at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, leaving England at 59/4 after 7.2 overs.
This dismissal marks the third time in the tournament Tom Banton has fallen to wrist-spin variations, with ICC video highlights capturing the moment. Tom Banton is currently trending on Google amid discussions of his performance and England’s innings, as noted in live coverage from Dawn.com.
Recent Tournament Struggles
Two days prior, Tom Banton was run out by a direct hit from Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka, adding to his challenges in the Super 8 stage. Social media posts on X, including from RevSportzGlobal, highlight fan reactions and Instagram reels of the wicket.
Breakout Performance
Earlier on February 15, Tom Banton produced a breakout unbeaten 63 against Scotland, which he attributed to his growing maturity in a BBC Sport interview.
Background and Buzz
Tom Banton entered the tournament backed by strong domestic form for Somerset. Recent X discussions focus on potential lineup adjustments, with suggestions for Tom Banton as opener or middle-order batter against spin, alongside news of his Hundred retention by Trent Rockets.
