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Highest partnerships by runs in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup

• 24 Apr, 24 • by Inkspilled
Highest partnerships by runs in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup

In the fast-paced world of Twenty20 cricket, a strong partnership between two batsmen can make all the difference in a match.  Here’s a look at the highest partnerships by runs scored in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup:

 

Jos Buttler & Alex Hales (England) – 170 runs

The top spot goes to the English openers Alex Hales and Jos Buttler. Their incredible unbeaten 170-run stand against India in the 2022 World Cup is the highest partnership ever recorded in the tournament. They stitched this together for the first wicket, meaning they were there from the very start of the innings and took the bowling attack by storm.

 

Rilee Rossouw & Quinton de Kock (South Africa) – 168 runs

Another opening partnership cracks the top scorers list. South Africa’s Rilee Rossouw and Quinton de Kock put on a 168-run show against Bangladesh in the 2022 World Cup. This impressive partnership came at a crucial moment, helping South Africa build a strong foundation for a big total.

 

Kumar Sangakkara & Mahela Jayawardene (Sri Lanka) – 166 runs

These Sri Lankan legends, Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene are known for their exceptional batting skills.  Their remarkable 166-run partnership for the second wicket came against West Indies in the 2010 World Cup. Their experience and technique helped Sri Lanka put up a daunting total on the board.

 

Mohammad Rizwan & Babar Azam (Pakistan) – 152 runs (not out)

Pakistan’s opening pair of Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam also makes the list with an unbeaten 152-run stand against India in the 2021 World Cup.  This crucial partnership for the first wicket helped Pakistan chase down a big target and secure a memorable victory.

 

Eoin Morgan & Alex Hales (England) – 152 runs

Another entry for England! This time, it’s Eoin Morgan and Alex Hales, who combined for a 152-run stand for the third wicket against Sri Lanka in the 2014 World Cup. This middle-order partnership helped England recover from a shaky start and put them in a strong position to win the match.

 

These incredible partnerships showcase the importance of teamwork and coordination in T20 cricket. When two batsmen are on fire, they can take the game away from the opposition in a flash!

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