T20I Records: T20I cricket is one of the most exciting formats in the sport. It brings fast-paced action and thrilling moments, keeping fans on the edge of their seats. In this format, scoring 200 runs in a match has become quite common. In this article, we will take a look at the top 10 teams that have scored the most 200+ totals in T20I cricket.
10. Zimbabwe – 9 times
Zimbabwe has made it to the list with 9 scores over 200 runs in T20 internationals. Their highest total is 344/4, set against Gambia in 2024. Interestingly, they have won 8 out of the 9 matches where they scored 200+.
9. Sri Lanka – 11 times
Sri Lanka has breached the 200-run mark 11 times in T20I cricket. Their best score is 260/6, which came in the 2007 T20 World Cup against Kenya. However, they have won only 8 of those matches, losing 3.
8. Nepal – 11 times
Nepal, too, has scored over 200 runs 11 times in T20Is. Their highest score is an impressive 314/3 against Mongolia at the 2022 Asian Games. Nepal has won 10 of those 11 matches.
7. Pakistan – 11 times
Pakistan has managed to score 200+ runs 11 times, and they won all 11 of those matches. Their best score is 232/6, which came against England in 2021. Pakistan is also successful in chasing down big totals.
6. West Indies – 18 times
The West Indies, two-time T20 World Cup winners, have reached the 200-run mark 18 times in T20Is. Their highest score is 258/5, set against South Africa. Out of 18 matches, they have won 10.
5. England – 20 times
England has scored over 200 runs 20 times in T20 internationals. Their highest score is 267/3 against the West Indies in 2023. England has a strong record, with 15 wins and 5 losses when scoring 200+.
4. New Zealand – 21 times
New Zealand has reached 200+ runs in T20Is 21 times. Their best score is 254/5, set against Scotland in 2022. They have won 17 out of the 21 matches where they scored over 200.
3. South Africa – 22 times
South Africa has scored over 200 runs 22 times in T20Is. Their highest total is 259/4, achieved against the West Indies in 2023. They have won 14 of those matches.
2. Australia – 23 times
With 23 times 200+ in T20I cricket, Australia has reached second in the list of Most 200+ in T20Is. Their best score is 263/3, which they achieved against Sri Lanka in 2016. They have won 18 out of those 21 matches and are known for chasing big totals.
1. India – 39 times
India tops the list with a staggering 39 scores over 200 runs in T20I cricket. Their highest total is 297/6, set against Bangladesh in 2024. India has won 32 out of those 39 matches and has the highest successful chase of 211.
Conclusion
These 10 teams have shown remarkable consistency in scoring 200+ runs in T20I matches. With the T20 format evolving, it’s likely we’ll see even more high-scoring games in the future. Teams like India, Australia, and South Africa have shown their power with the bat, setting new records and thrilling cricket fans around the world.
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