A list of the team’s highest scores in T20Is is included. India

India they have leapfrogged many top teams in T20 Internationals with success 297 runs against Bangladesh during the third T20I match on Saturday (October 12, 2024) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. This historic total now ranks as the second highest by a team in T20I history, just behind Nepal’s record 314 runs against Mongolia.

India destroy Bangladesh in Hyderabad T20I

India’s innings was marked by the performances of several key players. Sanju Samson he led the way with a stunning century, scoring 111 runs off just 47 balls, showing his ability to overcome the bowling attack. He was well supported by captain Suryakumar Yadav, who contributed a quick 75 runs off 35 balls, and Hardik Pandya, who added a quick 47 runs off 18 balls. Riyan Parag also scored his fastest 34 runs in just 13 deliveries.

The Indian batsmen made the most of the pitch-friendly pitch, which combines aggressive stroke play with sensible runs between the wickets. Their effort reached a total of 297/6 after 20 overs, challenging Bangladesh.

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In response to India’s big total, Bangladesh struggled to keep up the pace and managed to score only 164 runs for the loss of seven wickets in their allotted overs. Top contributions for Bangladesh came from Towhid Hridoy, who hit an unbeaten 63 off 42 balls, and Litton Das, who added 42 runs off 25 balls. Despite their efforts, they fell far short of their goals.

Total top 10 teams in T20Is:

India’s impressive score puts it firmly in the record books. Here’s a look at the team’s highest total in men’s T20 Internationals:

• Nepal 314/3 vs Mongolia – September 2023
• India 297/6 vs Bangladesh – October 2024
• Afghanistan 278/3 vs Ireland – February 2019
• Czech Republic 278/4 vs Turkey – August 2019
• Malaysia 268/4 vs Thailand – October 2023
• England 267/3 vs West Indies – December 2023
• Australia 263/3 vs Sri Lanka – September 2016
• Sri Lanka 260/6 vs Kenya – September 2007
• India 260/5 vs Sri Lanka – December 2017
• South Africa 259/4 vs West Indies – March 2023

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