Baroda made history on December 5, 2024, by posting a staggering 349 runs for 5 wickets against Sikkim in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, setting a new world record for the highest total in T20 cricket.
This remarkable feat occurred at the Emerald High School Ground in Indore, where Baroda’s explosive batting lineup dominated the match, surpassing the previous 344 runs set by Zimbabwe against Gambia just weeks earlier.
Match Highlights
- Record-Breaking Total: Baroda’s total of 349/5 is not only the highest in T20 history but also marks the first instance of a team scoring over 300 runs in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.
- Star Performer: The standout player was Bhanu Pania, who scored an unbeaten 134 runs off just 51 balls, including an astonishing 15 sixes. His innings was pivotal in propelling Baroda to their monumental score.
- Other key contributions came from:
- Shivalik Sharma: 55 runs off 17 balls
- Abhimanyu Singh: 53 runs off 17 balls
- Vishnu Solanki: 50 runs off 16 balls
These performances showcased a collective effort, with all top-order batsmen maintaining strike rates above 200.
Records Set
- Highest Team Total in T20 History: Baroda’s score of 349/5 breaks the previous record held by Zimbabwe.
- Most Sixes in an Innings: The team hit a total of 37 sixes, surpassing Zimbabwe’s record of 27 sixes.
- Fastest Milestones: Baroda reached:
- 100 runs within the powerplay (5.1 overs)
- 200 runs by the 11th over
- 300 runs by the 18th over
This achievement is particularly significant as it occurred without star all-rounder Hardik Pandya, who had participated earlier in the tournament but was not included in this match. Despite his absence, Baroda’s batting lineup thrived under pressure, demonstrating depth and resilience.
The previous record for the highest total in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy was held by Punjab, which scored 275 runs against Andhra last season.
Baroda’s performance not only sets a new benchmark for domestic T20 cricket but also highlights their potential as a formidable side in Indian cricket.
