In T20 International cricket, partnerships can change the course of the game, and India has witnessed some incredible batting displays over the years. Among these, the highest partnership in T20Is for India came during the 4th T20I match against South Africa on 15th November 2024, as part of the India tour of South Africa.
Record-Breaking Partnership 210 runs in 86 balls
Indian batsmen Tilak Varma and Sanju Samson created history with a stunning 210-run partnership in just 86 balls. This extraordinary effort is now the highest partnership for India in T20 Internationals and one of the finest in world cricket.
- Tilak Varma scored a brilliant 120 runs off 47 balls, smashing 9 fours and 10 sixes with a strike rate of 255.32.
- Sanju Samson played a captain’s knock, scoring 109 runs off 56 balls, including 6 fours and 9 sixes at a strike rate of 194.64.
How It Happened
- The partnership began after the early dismissal of Abhishek Sharma at 73/1 in 5.5 overs.
- From there, Tilak Varma and Sanju Samson took complete control, attacking the South African bowlers with ease.
- Their aggressive batting ensured India posted a mammoth total of 283/1 in 20 overs, one of the highest team scores in T20 cricket.
Why This Partnership is Special
- Boundary Blitz: The pair hit 15 sixes and 15 fours combined, entertaining cricket fans worldwide.
- T20 World Record Alert: While this is the highest partnership for India, it is also among the top partnerships in the history of T20 International cricket.
Previous Records
A remarkable 190-run partnership was achieved by Rohit Sharma and Rinku Singh against Afghanistan in Bengaluru during 2024.
Before this, the highest partnership for India in T20Is was between Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul, who scored 165 runs against Sri Lanka in 2017.
This partnership not only set a new record but also showcased the incredible talent and depth in Indian cricket. Fans are thrilled to see new names like Tilak Varma stepping up in big matches, ensuring a bright future for Indian cricket.
