<p>Takashinga Patriots produced a commanding performance to beat Mid West Rhinos by 46 runs in an NPL T20 thriller at Takashinga Sports Club.</p> <p>Tinotenda Maposa led the charge with a blistering 67 off 42 balls, providing the early impetus the Patriots needed. Farai Chidobe's cameo of 38 off 21 added crucial runs in the final overs as Takashinga posted 178/6 from their 20 overs.</p> <p>The Rhinos never got going in their chase. Blessing Muzarabani was exceptional with the ball, taking 3/22 from his four overs, while Kudakwashe Mahachi's spin strangled the middle order. The Rhinos were dismissed for 132 in 18.3 overs.</p> <p>Captain Tarisai Musakwa praised the collective effort: "Every player contributed today. We came with a plan and executed it brilliantly. Credit to the whole squad."</p>