ICC World T20: A Showcase of Cricket's Greatest Moments

2025-05-27

The Unforgettable ICC World T20 Moments

The ICC World T20 has been a stage for cricketing brilliance since its inception in 2007. Here are some of the most memorable moments from past editions of the tournament:

1. The Historic Win by India (2007)

The first ICC World T20 was a groundbreaking event, with India emerging as the champion. MS Dhoni's heroics in the final against Pakistan, including a crucial six, will forever be etched in cricket fans' memories.

2. Brendon McCullum's Blistering Century (2010)

New Zealand's Brendon McCullum set the tournament alight with a breathtaking century against Australia in the semi-finals of the 2010 edition. His innings of 123 off just 58 balls remains one of the fastest centuries in T20 cricket.

3. West Indies' Triumphant Win (2016)

The 2016 ICC World T20 saw the West Indies claim their second title. Andre Russell's all-round heroics and Carlos Braithwaite's four consecutive sixes in the final against England were highlights of the tournament.

Key Performances and Records

The ICC World T20 has seen several records broken and new benchmarks set. Here are some key performances and records from the tournament:

1. Most Runs in a Single Edition

Martin Guptill holds the record for the most runs in a single edition of the ICC World T
20, with 297 runs in the 2016 tournament.

2. Highest Individual Score

Chris Gayle's innings of 100 against England in 2016 is the highest individual score in the history of the ICC World T20.

3. Best Bowling Figures

Lasith Malinga holds the record for the best bowling figures in an innings, with 5 wickets for 6 runs against South Africa in the 2009 tournament.

Impact on Global Cricket

The ICC World T20 has had a significant impact on the global cricket scene, popularizing the shortest format of the game and providing opportunities for Associate nations to shine on the world stage. The tournament has also been a platform for players to showcase their talent and earn contracts in the lucrative T20 leagues around the world.