Playing for your country in International Cricket is a dream for many players. This dream becomes even more special when two brothers have the chance to represent their nation together. The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup has seen its fair share of these touching moments, where sibling bonds combine with the pressures of high-stakes cricket.
Throughout the tournament’s history, only a few pairs of brothers have played together. Their stories highlight their talent, achieved through hard work and the support of each other. Here are seven brother pairs who made history by competing in this prestigious T20 championship.
Yusuf Pathan and Irfan Pathan (India)
Yusuf and Irfan Pathan have become well-known figures in Indian cricket. Yusuf debuted in the 2007 T20 World Cup final against Pakistan, a tense situation, scoring 15 runs off 8 balls.
Meanwhile, Irfan’s strong bowling performance earned him the Man of the Match award, taking three wickets and helping India secure its first World Cup title. The brothers played together in several matches for India leading up to the 2012 and 2009 T20 World Cups.
Brendon McCullum and Nathan McCullum (New Zealand)
Brendon and Nathan McCullum were key players for New Zealand cricket during their long careers. Brendon was known for his aggressive batting and captaincy, while Nathan contributed as a skilled off-spin bowler.
The brothers played together in five T20 World Cups — 2007, 2009, 2010, 2012, and 2014. Over a span of eight years, they featured in more than 100 matches together across all formats.
Dwayne Bravo and Darren Bravo (West Indies)
Dwayne Bravo gained fame as an all-rounder before his younger half-brother Darren joined the West Indies national team. Together, they played 61 international matches, including the 2012 T20 World Cup.
The West Indies celebrated a special victory as they won the tournament. Dwayne is remembered as a legendary player, while Darren continues his career as a top batter across formats.
Albie Morkel and Morne Morkel (South Africa)
The Morkel brothers, Albie and Morne, are among South Africa’s notable sibling duos. Albie made a name for himself as a powerful all-rounder, whereas Morne became one of the top fast bowlers worldwide.
They played together in 48 ODI and T20I matches, including South Africa’s first five T20 World Cups, achieving significant results for the team.
Michael Hussey and David Hussey (Australia)
Michael and David Hussey played 67 international matches together for Australia during their careers. Michael, known as “Mr. Cricket,” was recognized for his stable performance, while David was an explosive batsman.
The brothers participated in the 2009, 2010, and 2012 T20 World Cups, both having successful careers that influenced Australian cricket.
Anthony Mosca and Justin Mosca (Italy)
Italy’s T20 World Cup journey in 2026 began with a loss, but the Mosca brothers made their mark. Anthony and Justin became the first siblings to open the batting in a T20 World Cup match.
Their brief innings was a significant milestone and a source of pride for Italian cricket, showing the sport’s growth.
Harry Manenti & Ben Manenti (Italy)
Another inspiring tale comes from Italy, with brothers Harry and Ben Manenti, who have played cricket together since childhood. During Italy’s first World Cup run, Ben scored an impressive half-century, becoming the first Italian to achieve such a feat in the T20 World Cup.
Harry supported him with aggressive batting, showcasing Italy’s potential for growth despite their loss.
Brotherhood Beyond Results
The bond between teammates demonstrates that cricket is more than just a game for runs or wickets; it involves building relationships and reaching shared goals. The brothers’ journeys in the T20 World Cup create memorable moments in the tournament’s history.
