Published on: Jul 3, 2023 6:09 pm IST|Updated on: Jul 3, 2023 6:09 pm IST
Let’s look at Fastest 50 in T20, the remarkable displays of power-hitting that have left spectators in awe and have become synonymous with the electrifying nature of the format.
Yuvraj Singh, the destructive Indian southpaw, etched his name in T20 history during the inaugural World T20 in 2007. In a match against England in Durban, Yuvraj unleashed his fury, reaching his half-century off a mere 12 balls. His innings included six maximums and four boundaries, leaving the opposition stunned and setting a benchmark for explosive batting.
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The ‘Universe Boss’ Chris Gayle, known for his monstrous hitting, matched Yuvraj’s feat during a Big Bash League match in 2016. Playing for the Melbourne Renegades against the Adelaide Strikers in Melbourne, Gayle bludgeoned his way to a 12-ball fifty. His innings featured seven towering sixes and two boundaries, showcasing his unparalleled power and aggression.
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Afghanistan’s Hazratullah Zazai, a rising star in T20 cricket, joined the elite club of 12-ball fifty scorers during an Afghanistan Premier League match in Sharjah in 2018. Opening the innings for Kabul Zwanan against Balkh Legends, Zazai produced a whirlwind knock. His blistering innings comprised of six sixes and four boundaries, leaving spectators in awe of his audacious stroke play.
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