The third T20I between India and Bangladesh in Hyderabad was a record-breaking spectacle, with Sanju Samson and Team India setting new benchmarks in an extraordinary batting display. India posted a mammoth total of 297/6, their highest-ever T20I score, led by a sensational century from Samson. Below, we break down the records set by Sanju Samson and Team India during the match.
Records Broken by Sanju Samson:
- Fastest T20I Hundred for India Against Bangladesh: Sanju Samson reached his century in just 40 balls, the second-fastest T20I hundred by an Indian player.
- Fastest Fifty by an Indian Against Bangladesh: Samson scored his half-century in just 22 balls, surpassing Rohit Sharma’s previous record of 23 balls (Rajkot, 2019).
- First Indian Wicketkeeper to Score a T20I Century: Sanju Samson became the first Indian wicketkeeper to score a century in T20Is.
- 30 Runs in an Over: Samson hammered Rishad Hossain for 30 runs in a single over, showcasing his aggressive batting prowess. This is the joint-second highest runs scored by India in T20Is in an over.
- Second-Fastest 200 by a Team in T20Is: India reached 200 in just 14 overs, with Samson playing a pivotal role in this explosive acceleration.
- Highest Partnership Against Bangladesh in T20Is: Sanju Samson and Suryakumar Yadav added 173 runs for the second wicket, the highest partnership in T20Is against Bangladesh.
Records Broken by India Cricket Team:
- Highest T20I Total for India: India posted 297/6, their highest-ever score in T20 internationals.
- Most Boundaries in an Innings for India in T20Is: India smashed 43 boundaries (fours and sixes), the most by them in a T20I innings.
- Fastest Powerplay Score for India in T20Is: India scored 82/1 in the powerplay, their fastest-ever against Bangladesh.
- Second-Fastest 200 by a Team in T20Is: India reached 200 in just 14 overs, the second-fastest by any team in T20Is, after South Africa (13.5 overs against West Indies in 2023).
- Highest Partnership for the Second Wicket in T20Is: The 173-run stand between Samson and Suryakumar Yadav set a new record for the highest second-wicket partnership for India in T20Is.
- Highest Partnerships for India in T20Is (Any Wicket):
- 190* – Rohit Sharma & Rinku Singh vs Afghanistan, Bengaluru, 2024
- 176 – Sanju Samson & Deepak Hooda vs Ireland, Malahide, 2022
- 173 – Sanju Samson & Suryakumar Yadav vs Bangladesh, Hyderabad, 2024
- 165 – Rohit Sharma & KL Rahul vs Sri Lanka, Indore, 2017
- 165 – Yashasvi Jaiswal & Shubman Gill vs West Indies, Lauderhill, 2023
Key Performances in India’s Historic Innings
- Sanju Samson’s Century: Samson led the charge with a spectacular 100 off 40 balls, his second-fastest T20I century.
- Suryakumar Yadav’s Knock: India’s captain added a vital 75 off 35 balls, building a solid partnership with Samson.
- Hardik Pandya’s Cameo: Pandya contributed a quickfire 47 off 17 balls, ensuring that India maintained their momentum in the latter half of the innings.
- Riyan Parag’s Finishing Touch: Parag followed up with an explosive 34 off 13 balls to push India’s total closer to the 300 mark.
India vs Bangladesh: Record-Breaking Masterclass in Hyderabad
India’s performance in Hyderabad against Bangladesh was not just a dominant display, but a monumental moment in T20I history. Led by Sanju Samson’s historic knock, the Indian team broke several records, etching their names in cricketing history with a resounding victory. Fans were treated to one of the most thrilling matches, marking a glorious chapter in Indian cricket.
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