Highest run chase in T20 cricket, Check The Complete List
In the fast-paced world of Twenty20 (T20) cricket, high-scoring matches have become increasingly common. Batters often unleash their power from the very first ball, setting enormous targets for the opposing team. While these massive totals can be thrilling to watch, they often prove daunting for the team batting second. However, history has shown that even the most formidable targets can be conquered with skill, determination, and a bit of luck.
South Africa put up a stellar batting display to chase down the target in just 18.5 overs, reaching 259/4. In the match, a record 517 runs were scored. It included 35 sixes, the most in a T20 international game, just two shy than the most in any T20 match.
| Score | Team | Opposition | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 259/4 | South Africa | West Indies | March 26, 2023 |
| 254/3 | Middlesex | Surrey | June 22, 2023 |
| 246/4 | Bulgaria | Serbia | June 26, 2022 |
| 245/5 | Australia | New Zealand | February 16, 2018 |
| 244/6 | Sultans | Zalmi | March 10, 2023 |
| 243/2 | Gladiators | Zalmi | March 8, 2023 |
| 242/6 | St Kitts and Nevis Patriots | Jamaica Tallawahs | September 10, 2019 |
| 236/6 | West Indies | South Africa | January 11, 2015 |
| 230/3 | Strikers | Hurricanes | January 5, 2023 |
| 230/8 | England | South Africa | March 18, 2016 |
| 229/4 | Bulgaria | Serbia | June 24, 2022 |
| 228/6 | Puducherry | Andhra | January 15, 2021 |
| 228/8 | Wellington | Central Districts | January 8, 2022 |
| 227/4 | Middlesex | Somerset | August 30, 2019 |
| 226/3 | Sussex | Essex | July 25, 2014 |
| 226/5 | England | South Africa | February 16, 2020 |
On a memorable day in 2023, cricket fans witnessed an extraordinary event at SuperSport Park in South Africa. The West Indies team, batting first, set an imposing target of 258 runs for the loss of 5 wickets. This total was powered by an exceptional performance from Johnson Charles, who smashed 118 runs off just 46 balls.
Faced with this daunting challenge, the South African team rose to the occasion in spectacular fashion. They not only chased down the target but did so with remarkable efficiency, reaching 259 runs for the loss of 4 wickets in just 18.5 overs.
Two players were instrumental in South Africa’s historic run chase:
De Kock and Hendricks formed a formidable opening partnership, amassing 152 runs in just 10.5 overs. This blistering start set the tone for the entire innings, with the duo scoring at an impressive rate of 14 runs per over.
The match saw a combined total of 517 runs scored across both innings, showcasing the explosive nature of modern T20 cricket.
A remarkable 35 sixes were hit during the game, setting a new record for the most sixes in a T20 international match. This fell just short of the all-time record for any T20 match by two sixes.
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