India Shatters T20I Records with Stunning Win Against Bangladesh

India broke multiple T20I records, setting a 297/6 total against Bangladesh, led by Sanju Samson’s explosive century and an incredible partnership with Suryakumar Yadav.

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India Shatters T20I Records with Stunning Performance Against Bangladesh

India set the cricket world ablaze with a jaw-dropping performance in the third T20I match against Bangladesh in Hyderabad. Led by a blistering century from Sanju Samson, India recorded their highest-ever T20I total of 297/6, breaking multiple records along the way.

Samson’s Explosive Century

Sanju Samson smashed his maiden T20I century, reaching the milestone in just 40 balls. He scored an incredible 111 runs off 47 balls, including 8 sixes and 11 boundaries. Samson shared an explosive 173-run stand with skipper Suryakumar Yadav, who also contributed a quickfire 75 off 35 deliveries.

India’s Record-Breaking Total

India’s total of 297/6 is the highest ever by the team in T20Is and the second-highest in the history of the format, just behind Nepal’s 314/3 against Mongolia. It also set a new benchmark for the highest T20I score by a Test-playing nation, beating Afghanistan’s previous record of 278/3 against Ireland.

Most Sixes in an Innings

India hammered 22 sixes in the innings, setting a new team record in T20Is. Though Nepal holds the overall record with 26 sixes against Mongolia, India’s feat still ranks among the top in the format.

Boundary Barrage

India unleashed a boundary storm, hitting 47 boundaries (22 sixes and 25 fours), breaking the previous record of 43 boundaries set by the Czech Republic.

Quickest to 200 Runs

India raced to 200 runs in just 14 overs, becoming the second-fastest team to reach the mark in T20I history. Only South Africa has done it quicker, achieving the feat in 13.5 overs.

Other Records Broken

  • Most 10-Plus Run Overs: Out of 20 overs, India had 18 overs with more than 10 runs.
  • Powerplay Prowess: India scored 82/1 in the Powerplay, one of their highest Powerplay scores in T20I history.
  • Big Overs: India’s dominance extended to smashing 30 runs in a single over, joining an elite list of teams with similar achievements.

India’s massive total and record-breaking innings left Bangladesh in awe, as the team showcased why they are one of the most formidable sides in T20 cricket.

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