Tim David’s 83 off 52 balls in the Australia vs South Africa, 1st T20I in Darwin not only rescued his side from an early collapse but also set a personal milestone — it is the most balls he has ever faced in a T20 International innings.
Batting at No. 6, David walked in with Australia struggling at 75/6 and went on to anchor and accelerate the innings, striking four fours and eight sixes. His 52-ball stay at the crease surpassed his previous highest balls faced in a T20I, which came in his early career representing Singapore.
Tim David – most balls faced in a T20I innings:
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83 (52) vs South Africa – Australia (Darwin, 2025)
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77 (43) vs Nepal – Singapore
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64* (44) vs Nepal – Singapore
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58 (46) vs Hong Kong – Singapore
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38 (29) vs Qatar – Singapore
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102* (37) vs West Indies – Australia
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92* (32) vs Malaysia – Singapore
The innings in Darwin was significant not just for its longevity but for the context — David held the innings together during a collapse, ensuring Australia posted a fighting total despite losing half their side within seven overs. His knock also underlined his adaptability, mixing calculated strike rotation with explosive hitting to keep the scoreboard moving.
