IND vs BAN: India’s Record-Breaking Performance in Hyderabad, Multiple T20I Milestones Achieved
Hyderabad – Team India delivered a stunning performance in the third T20I against Bangladesh, setting multiple records and achieving a comprehensive victory at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium. India, batting first, posted a mammoth total of 297/6 in 20 overs, marking the second-highest team score in T20 International history. The explosive innings saw records tumble as Indian batsmen put on a spectacular show of power hitting.
Sanju Samson’s Century Powers India to Record Score
The star of the show was Sanju Samson, who blasted a remarkable century to power India to this commanding total. Samson scored at a blistering pace, punishing the Bangladesh bowlers all around the ground. His aggressive innings was well-supported by Suryakumar Yadav, who smashed a half-century, scoring 75 runs off 35 balls. Together, the duo added 173 runs for the third wicket, achieving India’s third-highest partnership in T20 Internationals.
Hardik Pandya’s Late Fireworks
Towards the end of the innings, Hardik Pandya provided a late surge, smashing 47 runs off 18 balls, including 4 sixes and 4 boundaries. His power-hitting helped India edge closer to the elusive 300-run mark, although they fell just three runs short, finishing with 297/6.
India Breaks Several T20I Records
India’s performance against Bangladesh wasn’t just about runs; it was about rewriting the record books. Some of the major milestones achieved include:
- Second-Highest Team Score in T20Is: India’s 297 is the second-highest total ever posted by any team in T20 Internationals. The previous record was held by Afghanistan, who scored 278 against Ireland in 2019.
- Most Fours in an Innings: India hit 47 boundaries, the highest number of fours in any T20 International innings.
- Most Sixes in an Innings: The Indian team cleared the boundary ropes with ease, hitting 22 sixes, marking the highest for India and the fifth-highest in T20I history.
Fastest Century Milestones
India reached significant milestones at lightning speed, including:
- Fastest 100, 150, and 200 runs: The Indian side took just 7.1 overs to reach 100, followed by reaching 150 in just 2.4 overs. By the 14th over, they had crossed the 200-run mark, setting the record for the fastest 100, 150, and second-fastest 200 runs in T20Is, behind South Africa.
Dominance in the Powerplay and Early Overs
India started with a bang in the Powerplay, posting a joint-highest 82/1 in the first six overs, equalling their previous record against Scotland in 2021. By the end of 10 overs, India had amassed 152 runs, registering the third-highest 10-over score in T20 Internationals.
India’s Record-Breaking Year in T20Is
India continued their dominance in the calendar year, setting a record for the most 200+ scores in T20Is. India has now posted 37 scores of 200+ runs, more than any other team in international T20 cricket, surpassing top franchises and other national teams. With this match, India also equaled the record for the most T20I wins in a calendar year, tying with Uganda at 28 wins.
India’s Third-Biggest T20I Victory
With a final margin of 133 runs, this victory marks India’s third-largest win in T20Is by runs, following their 168-run win against New Zealand in Ahmedabad earlier this year and a 143-run victory over Ireland in 2018.
A Historic Night for Indian Cricket
This match in Hyderabad will be remembered not only for India’s colossal total but also for the numerous records that fell. From Sanju Samson’s century to Suryakumar Yadav’s blitz and Hardik Pandya’s fireworks, Indian cricket fans were treated to a thrilling display of T20 batting at its finest.
The final match of the series cemented India’s status as one of the most dominant teams in T20 Internationals, with this record-breaking performance being the perfect celebration of cricket on Vijayadashami.
