India highest T20 score. Check complete list
Published on: Jul 21, 2023 11:51 pm IST|Updated on: Jul 22, 2023 11:26 am IST
In 2007, the Indian cricket team achieved a historic milestone by winning the inaugural T20 World Cup, marking their dominance in the shortest format of the game. Since then, they have continued to register numerous victories and set some of the best T20 International scores. India boasts a commendable batting record in T20Is, having crossed the 200-run mark on 21 occasions. One of their most remarkable performances was against Sri Lanka at Indore in 2017, where they posted India highest T20 score of 260 for 5.
India highest T20 score
| Score | Overs | Against | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 260/5 | 20 | Sri Lanka | Indore | 22 Dec 2017 |
| 244/4 | 20 | West Indies | Lauderhill | 27 Aug 2016 |
| 240/3 | 20 | West Indies | Mumbai | 11 Dec 2019 |
| 237/3 | 20 | South Africa | Guwahati | 2 Oct 2022 |
| 234/4 | 20 | New Zealand | Ahmedabad | 1 Feb 2023 |
| 228/5 | 20 | Sri Lanka | Rajkot | 7 Jan 2023 |
| 227/6 | 19.4 | Ireland | Dublin | 28 Jun 2022 |
| 224/2 | 20 | England | Ahmedabad | 20 Mar 2021 |
| 218/4 | 20 | England | Durban | 19 Sep 2007 |
| 213/4 | 20 | Ireland | Dublin (Malahide) | 29 Jun 2018 |
| 214/4 | 20 | South Africa | Delhi | 09 Jun 2022 |
| 212/2 | 20 | Afghanistan | Dubai | 08 Sep 2022 |
| 211/4 | 19.1 | Sri Lanka | Mohali | 12 Dec 2009 |
| 209/4 | 18.4 | West Indies | Hyderabad (Deccan) | 6 Dec 2019 |
| 208/5 | 20 | Ireland | Dublin (Malahide) | 27 Jun 2018 |
| 208/6 | 20 | New Zealand | Hamilton | 10 Feb 2019 |
1. 260/5 vs Sri Lanka – 2017
On December 22, 2017, during a match at Indore against Sri Lanka, Team India showcased a brilliant performance, setting a formidable score of 260/5, thanks to the outstanding opening partnership of 165 runs between Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul. Leading the team as captain, Rohit Sharma displayed his exceptional skills, smashing 118 runs off just 43 balls, while KL Rahul provided excellent support, contributing 89 runs from 49 balls.
Chasing the challenging target of 261 runs, Sri Lanka’s top-order batsmen, Upul Tharanga and Kusal Perera, tried to hold their ground but fell short in the end. The Sri Lankan team was bowled out at 172 runs in a mere 17.2 overs. The Indian spin duo of Yuzvendra Chahal and Kuldeep Yadav proved to be the game-changers, taking a total of 7 wickets (Chahal 4, Yadav 3), and played a significant role in securing India’s victory.
2. 244/4 vs West Indies – 2016
In 2016, during the 2nd T20I match between India and West Indies at Lauderhill, the Indian team achieved their second-highest T20I score. The West Indies had set an imposing target of 246 runs, thanks to Evin Lewis’s brilliant century and a stunning 79 runs from Johnson Charles. Interestingly, both teams saw a change in their opening batsmen, with Evin Lewis replacing Chris Gayle for the West Indies, and KL Rahul stepping in for Shikhar Dhawan for India.
The match witnessed a sensational showdown as both Evin Lewis and KL Rahul scored centuries for their respective teams, setting the stage for a thrilling contest. Despite India’s valiant efforts to chase down the massive target, they fell agonizingly short by just 1 run. In the crucial death overs, India’s bowlers executed some exceptional wide yorkers, restricting the West Indies batsmen to 64 runs in the final seven overs. The nail-biting encounter kept the spectators on the edge of their seats until the very end.
3. 240/3 vs West Indies – 2019
In a memorable match against West Indies at Mumbai in 2019, the Indian cricket team achieved their 3rd highest team score of 240 for 3 while batting first. The opening batsmen, Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul, set the stage on fire with a sensational partnership of 135 runs. Their powerful display laid a solid foundation for India’s imposing total.
The batting maestro, Virat Kohli, played a captain’s innings and remained unbeaten with a scintillating 70 runs off just 29 deliveries. His quickfire knock bolstered the team’s score, propelling India to their formidable total.
Chasing the target, West Indies’ batsmen Pollard and Hetmyer tried valiantly, but the Indian bowlers struck at regular intervals, causing their downfall. Despite their efforts, West Indies could only manage 173 runs, resulting in India’s well-deserved victory.
It was a memorable match filled with outstanding performances from the Indian team, setting a milestone with their exceptional score and sealing the win with a dominant display in both batting and bowling.
