{"id":8614,"date":"2025-02-02T19:48:06","date_gmt":"2025-02-02T14:18:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/sports\/?p=561990"},"modified":"2025-02-02T19:48:06","modified_gmt":"2025-02-02T14:18:06","slug":"ind-vs-eng-5th-t20i-india-sets-record-for-fastest-team-100-in-t20i-format","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/sports\/cricket\/ind-vs-eng-5th-t20i-india-sets-record-for-fastest-team-100-in-t20i-format\/","title":{"rendered":"IND vs ENG 5th T20I: India sets record for fastest team 100 in T20I format"},"content":{"rendered":"
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India has set a new benchmark in T20I cricket, scoring the fastest team 100 runs in just 6.3 overs<\/strong> during the fifth T20I against England at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. This achievement surpasses their previous record of reaching 100 in 7.1 overs<\/strong> against Bangladesh in Hyderabad last October.<\/p>\n

Abhishek Sharma leads India\u2019s blitz<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The standout performer of the innings was Abhishek Sharma<\/strong>, who displayed an astonishing level of aggression and precision. His blistering knock saw him smashing boundaries and sixes effortlessly, putting England\u2019s bowlers under immense pressure. In just 32 balls<\/strong>, Abhishek has scored 94 runs<\/strong>, including 10 sixes and 4 fours<\/strong>, with a staggering strike rate of 293.75<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

One of the defining moments of the innings came when Liam Livingstone bowled to Abhishek Sharma<\/strong>. Sharma unleashed another massive six, bringing up the 100-run partnership with Tilak Varma<\/strong>. Livingstone\u2019s full delivery outside off was sent flying over long-off, with one hand briefly slipping off the bat, but Abhishek still managed to nail the shot perfectly, showcasing his current form and dominance.<\/p>\n

Tilak Varma\u2019s contribution and the turning point<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Although much of the spotlight was on Abhishek, Tilak Varma<\/strong> played a crucial role in the partnership, scoring a quickfire 24 off 15 balls<\/strong>, including 3 fours and a six<\/strong>. However, the partnership ended when Brydon Carse dismissed Tilak Varma<\/strong>. Carse delivered a short, quick ball around the middle, and Tilak, attempting an upper cut, mistimed it, resulting in a top edge that was safely caught by wicketkeeper Philip Salt<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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  • Tilak Varma\u2019s dismissal:<\/strong> Tilak Varma c Philip Salt b Brydon Carse 24 (15) [4s-3, 6s-1]<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Stat highlight: Fastest T20I team 100 by India<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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    • 6.3 overs<\/strong> \u2013 India vs England, Mumbai (2025)<\/li>\n
    • Previous record: 7.1 overs<\/strong> vs Bangladesh, Hyderabad (2024)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      With Abhishek Sharma close to his century, India\u2019s batting momentum continues, with the team aiming for a massive total. England\u2019s bowlers have found it difficult to contain the flow of runs as India capitalizes on their attacking mindset.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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