Harare, Oct. 2 -- Zimbabwe's clinical win over Kenya in the second semi-final of the African Qualifiers sealed their spot for next year's T20 World Cup on Thursday.

In the semi-final fixture, Zimbabwe ensured a qualification over Kenya with a seven-wicket win in the later fixture after Dhiren Gondaria won the toss and elected to bat.

Rakep Patel smashed a brilliant 65 off 47 balls, but his solo effort wasn't enough as Zimbabwe's bowlers dominated the match. Chasing a target of 123, Zimbabwe's openers, Brian Bennett, launched a strong attack, with Bennett scoring 51 runs off 25 deliveries.

The right-hander carved out an impressive six fours off Lucas Ndandason's over to all but confirm Zimbabwe's spot in next year's marquee tournament i...