Vincent Masekesa is a leg-spinning bowler from Zimbabwe who has made steady progress through the domestic ranks to earn international recognition. The 29-year-old made his first-class debut in 2021 and has since established himself as a wicket-taking threat, with 109 wickets in 33 matches at an average of 33.71, including six five-wicket hauls and a best of 7 for 117. His List A record is equally impressive, with 19 wickets in 12 matches at an average of 24.57, including a five-wicket haul. Masekesa made his Test debut for Zimbabwe against Bangladesh in April 2025 and took his maiden five-wicket haul in Test cricket with 5 for 115 against the same opposition. Despite limited opportunities in the longest format, his ability to extract turn and bounce has made him a valuable spin option. A consistent performer for Mountaineers in Zimbabwe’s domestic circuit, Masekesa continues to develop his craft and push for a more permanent place in the national setup.
| Batting & Fielding | ||||||||||||||
| Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s | Ct | St |
| Tests | 4 | 8 | 1 | 38 | 11* | 5.42 | 167 | 22.75 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| FC | 33 | 54 | 11 | 648 | 44* | 15.06 | 1449 | 44.72 | 0 | 0 | 80 | 1 | 20 | 0 |
| List A | 12 | 9 | 3 | 120 | 35 | 20.00 | 167 | 71.85 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 3 | 6 | 0 |
| T20s | 4 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 3.00 | 15 | 40.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Bowling | ||||||||||||||
| Format | Mat | Inns | Balls | Runs | Wkts | BBI | BBM | Ave | Econ | SR | 4w | 5w | 10w | |
| Tests | 4 | 5 | 572 | 462 | 10 | 5/115 | 5/115 | 46.20 | 4.84 | 57.2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| FC | 33 | 51 | 5188 | 3675 | 109 | 7/117 | 12/180 | 33.71 | 4.25 | 47.5 | 5 | 6 | 1 | |
| List A | 12 | 12 | 492 | 467 | 19 | 5/42 | 5/42 | 24.57 | 5.69 | 25.8 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| T20s | 4 | 4 | 60 | 69 | 2 | 1/7 | 1/7 | 34.50 | 6.90 | 30.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
He is a leg-spin bowler known for his ability to extract turn and take wickets consistently in the longer formats.
He made his Test debut against Bangladesh at Chattogram on April 28, 2025.
In 33 first-class matches, he has taken 109 wickets at an average of 33.71, with best figures of 7 for 117, including six five-wicket hauls and a 10-wicket match haul.
In 12 List A matches, he has taken 19 wickets at an average of 24.57, with best figures of 5 for 42, including one five-wicket haul.
In 4 Test matches, he has taken 10 wickets at an average of 46.20, with a five-wicket haul of 5 for 115.
He represents Mountaineers in Zimbabwean domestic cricket, having previously played for Rising Stars.
His ability to take wickets consistently in the domestic circuit, with over 100 first-class wickets and a five-wicket haul on Test debut, marks him as a developing spinner with significant potential.
In 4 T20 appearances, he has taken 2 wickets at an average of 34.50, with best figures of 1 for 7.
Yes, he has been part of Zimbabwe's development pathway, though his senior international career is still in its early stages.
