Aaron Finch played this extraordinary innings on July 3, 2018, against Zimbabwe in Harare. It remains the highest individual score in T20 International cricket history. He scored 172 runs off 76 balls, showcasing his explosive batting ability. Here are some key highlights of his innings:
Boundaries: Finch hit 16 fours and 10 sixes, dominating the Zimbabwean bowlers.
Strike Rate: His strike rate was an astonishing 226.32.
Partnership: Finch shared a 223-run opening partnership with D’Arcy Short, which was crucial for Australia’s total of 229/2.
Dismissal: Finch was dismissed hit wicket while attempting a pull shot.
Record-Breaking Knock:
Broke his own previous record of 156 (against England in 2013) for the highest T20I score.
Australia won the match by 100 runs, and Finch was named Player of the Match.
This innings showcased Finch’s ability to dominate bowlers and is regarded as one of the finest in T20 history.
2. Hazratullah Zazai(Afghanistan)-162*(62) vs Ireland
Hazratullah Zazai played this incredible innings on 23 February 2019 against Ireland in Dehradun, India. His unbeaten 162 runs off 62 balls is the second-highest individual score in T20 International cricket history. Below are the key highlights of this iconic knock:
Key Stats and Records:
Boundaries:
He smashed 11 fours and 16 sixes, the latter being the joint-most in a T20I innings (equaling Aaron Finch).
Strike Rate:
Zazai’s strike rate was an astonishing 261.29, a testament to his power-hitting skills.
Partnership Record:
Zazai and Usman Ghani put together an opening partnership of 236 runs, the highest partnership in T20I cricket history.
Match Context:
Afghanistan posted a mammoth total of 278/3, which remains the highest team total in T20Is.
Afghanistan won the match by 84 runs, and Zazai was named Player of the Match.
This knock showcased Hazratullah Zazai’s ability to clear boundaries with ease and etched his name in cricket history as one of the most destructive T20I innings ever.
3. Aaron Finch(Australia)- 156(63) vs England
Aaron Finch scored an incredible 156 runs off 63 balls for Australia against England in a T20 International at The MCG (Melbourne Cricket Ground) on January 29, 2013, during the International T20 Series.
Key Highlights:
Boundaries:
Finch struck 14 fours and 10 sixes, showcasing his ability to clear the ropes and find gaps at will.
Strike Rate:
Finch’s strike rate was an astounding 247.62, as he dominated the English bowling attack from the word go.
World Record:
His 156* remains one of the highest individual scores in a T20I innings at the time and is still remembered as one of the greatest T20 knocks ever played.
Match Context:
Finch’s knock helped Australia post a massive total of 222/2 in their 20 overs.
Australia won the match by 84 runs, with England only managing 138/8 in reply.
Records:
This knock was, at that time, the highest individual score in T20 International cricket, breaking the previous record of 123 set by Chris Gayle.
Aaron Finch’s 156 in that game set the stage for his reputation as one of the best T20I players in the world and remains a historic moment in Australian cricket.
4. Glenn Maxwell(Australia)-145*(65) vs Sri Lanka
Glenn Maxwell delivered this sensational innings on 6 September 2016 against Sri Lanka in Pallekele. His unbeaten 145 runs off 65 balls is one of the most remarkable knocks in T20 International cricket. Here are the key highlights of this innings:
Key Stats and Records:
Boundaries:
Maxwell smashed 14 fours and 9 sixes, dominating the Sri Lankan bowlers with his power and innovation.
Strike Rate:
His strike rate was an incredible 223.07, reflecting his aggressive approach.
Role as an Opener:
This was Maxwell’s first time opening in T20Is, and he capitalized on the opportunity with a career-best performance.
Australia’s Total:
Australia posted a record-breaking 263/3, which, at the time, was the highest team total in T20I history.
Match Outcome:
Australia won the match convincingly by 85 runs, and Maxwell was named Player of the Match.
Records Broken:
Maxwell’s 145* was, at the time, the second-highest individual score in T20Is, behind Aaron Finch’s 156.
This innings highlighted Maxwell’s ability to dominate and adapt, making it one of the most memorable T20 performances.
5. Sahil Chauhan(Estonia)-144*(41) vs Bulgaria
Sahil Chauhan’s incredible innings of 144 off 41 balls* is one of the standout performances in T20 International cricket, played for Estonia against Bulgaria during the 2023 Sofia Twenty20 tournament on June 24, 2023. Here are the key details of this remarkable knock:
Key Stats and Highlights:
Boundaries:
Sahil smashed 11 fours and 15 sixes, displaying his extraordinary power-hitting ability.
Strike Rate:
He batted at a staggering 351.21 strike rate, making it one of the fastest and most destructive T20I innings ever.
Context of the Match:
Estonia set a massive total of 270/5, with Sahil contributing the lion’s share of the runs.
His knock propelled Estonia to victory as they defeated Bulgaria by 134 runs.
Records:
His innings is one of the fastest centuries in T20I cricket, and his 144* is among the highest individual scores.
Recognition:
Sahil’s performance gained widespread acclaim and cemented his place in T20 cricket history.
This inning highlighted Sahil Chauhan’s extraordinary talent and his ability to dominate the game in the shortest format, contributing significantly to Estonia’s growing presence in international cricket.
6. Kushal Malla(Nepal)- 137*(50) vs Mongolia
Kushal Malla played an unforgettable innings of 137 off 50 balls* on 27 August 2023 against Mongolia during the Men’s T20 International event of the Asian Games 2023 in Hangzhou, China. This was a record-breaking innings in T20I cricket. Here are the key highlights:
Key Stats and Highlights:
Boundaries:
Malla hit 8 fours and 12 sixes, showcasing a mix of timing and sheer power.
Strike Rate:
His strike rate was an incredible 274.00, reflecting his dominance over the Mongolian bowling attack.
Fastest Century Record:
Kushal Malla reached his century in just 34 balls, which is the fastest century in T20 International cricket history, breaking the previous record of 35 balls by David Miller, Rohit Sharma, and Sudesh Wickramasekara.
Nepal’s Total:
Nepal posted a mind-blowing total of 314/3, which is the highest team total in T20I cricket.
Match Context:
Nepal won the match by a massive margin of 273 runs, showcasing their dominance in the game.
Recognition:
Malla’s knock made headlines worldwide and established him as one of Nepal’s brightest cricketing talents.
This innings not only cemented Kushal Malla’s name in T20I history but also highlighted Nepal’s growing strength in international cricket.
7. Zeeshan Kukikhel(Hungary)- 137(49) vs Austria
Zeeshan Kukikhel played a spectacular innings of 137 runs off 49 balls for Hungary against Austria during a T20 International match on 4 July 2022, in the 2022 Continental Cup held in Romania. Here are the key highlights of his stunning knock:
Key Stats and Highlights:
Boundaries:
Kukikhel struck 9 fours and 13 sixes, delivering an explosive batting display.
Strike Rate:
He batted with an extraordinary strike rate of 279.59, decimating Austria’s bowling attack.
Fast Century:
Zeeshan reached his century in just 38 balls, making it one of the fastest centuries in T20I cricket.
Match Context:
Hungary posted a total of 222/4, largely due to Kukikhel’s incredible innings.
Hungary won the match comfortably by 35 runs, and Kukikhel was rightfully awarded Player of the Match.
Impact:
His innings showcased his aggressive batting style and further highlighted the growing competitiveness of associate nations in T20I cricket.
Zeeshan Kukikhel’s knock remains one of the standout performances in T20I history and a proud moment for Hungary in international cricket.
8. Finn Allen(New Zealand)- 137(62) vs Pakistan
Finn Allen delivered a record-breaking performance on January 17, 2024, scoring 137 runs off 62 balls against Pakistan in the third T20 International at University Oval, Dunedin.
Key Highlights:
Record-Breaking Sixes: Allen equaled the world record for the most sixes in a T20I innings by hitting 16 sixes, matching the feat previously achieved by Afghanistan’s Hazratullah Zazai.
Highest T20I Score for New Zealand: His 137 runs surpassed Brendon McCullum’s previous record, making it the highest individual score by a New Zealand batsman in T20 Internationals.
Dominant Strike Rate: Allen maintained an impressive strike rate throughout his innings, propelling New Zealand to a formidable total of 224/7 in their 20 overs.
Series Victory: This commanding performance led New Zealand to a 45-run victory, clinching the T20 series against Pakistan with two matches to spare.
Allen’s explosive innings not only showcased his exceptional talent but also etched his name in the record books of T20 International cricket.
9. Max Levitt(Netherlands)- 135(62) vs Namibia
Michael Levitt delivered a record-breaking performance for the Netherlands, scoring 135 runs off 62 balls against Namibia during the T20I Tri-Series in Kathmandu on 29 February 2024.
Key Highlights:
Record-Breaking Score: Levitt’s 135 surpassed the previous highest individual T20I score by a Dutch player, overtaking Max O’Dowd’s unbeaten 133 against Malaysia.
Partnership Record: He shared a 193-run partnership with Sybrand Engelbrecht for the second wicket, setting a new record in men’s T20I cricket.
Team Total: The Netherlands posted a formidable total of 247/5, their highest in T20I cricket.
Match Outcome: The Netherlands secured a 59-run victory over Namibia, with Levitt’s innings being the cornerstone of their success.
Levitt’s explosive performance not only etched his name in the Dutch cricket record books but also showcased his potential to make a significant impact on the international stage.
10. Lachlan Yamamoto-Lake(Japan)- 134*(68) vs China
Lachlan Yamamoto-Lake delivered a remarkable performance for Japan, scoring 134 off 68 balls* against China during the East Asia Cup on February 15, 2024, at Mong Kok.
Key Highlights:
Record-Breaking Innings: Yamamoto-Lake’s 134* is Japan’s highest individual score in T20 International cricket.
Explosive Batting: He struck 8 fours and 12 sixes, achieving a strike rate of 197.05.
Opening Partnership: Alongside Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming, who scored 109* off 53 balls, they set a new record for the highest opening partnership in T20I cricket, amassing 258 runs without loss.
Match Outcome: Japan posted a formidable total of 258/0 in 20 overs, leading to a comprehensive victory over China by 180 runs.
This innings not only highlighted Yamamoto-Lake’s explosive batting prowess but also marked a significant milestone for Japanese cricket on the international stage.
11. Max O’Dowd(Netherlands)133*(73) vs Malaysia
On April 18, 2021, during the Nepal Tri-Nation T20I Series in Kathmandu, Max O’Dowd achieved a historic feat for the Netherlands by scoring an unbeaten 133 runs off 73 balls against Malaysia.
Key Highlights:
Record-Breaking Innings: O’Dowd’s 133* is the highest individual score in T20 Internationals for the Netherlands, surpassing Pieter Seelaar’s previous record of 96.
Boundary Count: His innings included 15 fours and 6 sixes, contributing to a strike rate of 182.19.
Match Context: Batting first, the Netherlands posted a formidable total of 191/2 in 20 overs. O’Dowd’s knock was instrumental in setting this challenging target.
Match Outcome: The Netherlands won the match by 15 runs, with Malaysia finishing at 176/8 in their 20 overs.
This innings not only highlighted O’Dowd’s exceptional batting prowess but also marked a significant milestone in Dutch cricket history.
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