Since its launch in 2007, the ICC T20 Cricket World Cup has produced many exciting moments. The high-scoring innings that surprise viewers are among the most exciting parts of this style. Here, we celebrate the players whose outstanding performances have written their names into the record books by looking at the 10 highest scores in T20 World Cup history.
1. Brendon McCullum – 123 vs Bangladesh (2012)
The record for the highest individual score in T20 World Cup history is held by New Zealand Brendon McCullum. During the 2012 edition in Sri Lanka, McCullum hit 123 runs off just 58 balls in a match against Bangladesh. 11 fours and 7 sixes in his innings showed his amazing ability to control the bowling attack. The aggressive batting of McCullum, whose record is still perfect, set the tone for New Zealand comfortable win.
2. Chris Gayle – 117 vs South Africa (2007)
The West Indian star Chris Gayle comes in second place due to his brilliant 117 against South Africa in the 2007 T20 World Cup. In the first innings, Gayle smashed 10 magnificent sixes and 7 fours in quick succession. In just 57 balls, he scored a century, opening the way for a successful career in Twenty20 cricket. Although Gayle knock is still among the most memorable in T20 history, West Indies lost the match despite his best efforts.
3. Alex Hales – 116 vs Sri Lanka (2014)*
During the 2014 T20 World Cup in Bangladesh, England player Alex Hales hit a magnificent 116 not out against Sri Lanka. Hales hit 64 balls for his undefeated century, which featured 6 sixes and 11 fours while chasing a score of 190. His innings demonstrated his ability to perform under pressure and to lead England to an incredible win in important games.
4. Ahmed Shehzad – 111 vs Bangladesh (2014)*
In the 2014 T20 World Cup, Pakistan Ahmed Shehzad hit an undefeated 111 against Bangladesh. With 10 fours and 5 sixes in his 62-ball innings, he helped Pakistan reach a challenging total. Shehzad century became one of the most memorable in tournament history because of his beautiful stroke play and measured aggressiveness.
5. Rilee Rossouw – 109 vs Bangladesh (2022)*
In the 2022 T20 World Cup, South African batter Rilee Rossouw defeated Bangladesh by an innings of 109. The most recent addition to this list is this. He hit 7 fours and 8 sixes in his 56-ball innings, which contributed to South Africa massive total. With his aggressive yet steady batting, Rossouw proved he could dominate the opposition and made this century one of the most memorable in T20 World Cup history.
6. Glenn Phillips – 104 vs Sri Lanka (2022)
New Zealand batsman Glenn Phillips scored a much needed century against Sri Lanka in the 2022 T20 World Cup. Glenn Phillips Century came off 61 balls included 10 fours and 4 sixes, helping New Zealand to post a defendable score. Glenn Phillips came to Bat when their team was struggling to post a massive total. This Knock helped New Zealand to win this match against Sri Lanka.
7. Tamim Iqbal – 103 vs Oman (2016)*
Bangladesh In the 2016 T20 World Cup in India, Tamim Iqbal made history by hitting a brilliant 103 not out against Oman. Tamim scored 10 fours and 5 sixes in his 63-ball knock. In addition to showcasing his abilities as an opener, his impressive batting guaranteed Bangladesh entrance to the Super 10 round of the competition.
8. Suresh Raina – 101 vs South Africa (2010)
In the 2010 T20 World Cup against South Africa, Suresh Raina became the first Indian player to reach 100 runs. He scored 9 fours and 5 sixes in his 60-ball knock, which was an important component of Indian innings. India managed to record a competitive total with to Raina aggressive yet calm batting, and his century is still one of his career greatest moments.
9. Jos Buttler – 101 vs Sri Lanka (2021)*
England Jos Buttler performed an incredible 2021 T20 World Cup match against Sri Lanka without losing. Buttler scored a century off of 67 balls, including 6 fours and 6 sixes. England victory in that game was mainly due to his strong hitting and capacity for accelerating the scoring pace in the latter half of the innings. Buttler T20 hitting master class developed his standing as one of the top finishers in the league.
10. Mahela Jayawardene – 100 vs Zimbabwe (2010)
In the 2010 T20 World Cup, Mahela Jayawardene, the master of Sri Lanka, hit a stylish 100 against Zimbabwe. With 10 fours and 4 sixes, his century was achieved in just 64 balls. It was one of the most beautiful hundreds in T20 World Cup history because to Jayawardene excellent strokes play and smart approach to the innings.
Over the years the T20 World Cup has witnessed some incredible individual performances, with batsmen pushing the envelope of what is possible in this rapid style. These innings, which range from Rilee Rossouw recent takes advantage to Brendon McCullum record-breaking 123, thrilled fans and set the standard for success. We can only hope for more exciting matches in the future as the T20 format grows, which will add to the ICC T20 World Cup long history.