Forget the Fastest Century – This Pakistani Batsman Holds the Record for the Highest T20 Score
While the cricket world was celebrating Hasan Nawaz's fastest century for Pakistan in T20 Internationals, another Pakistani batter made history with a record-breaking knock. Sahibzada Farhan, a 29-year-old cricketer, set a new milestone by registering the highest individual score in T20 cricket for Pakistan. This incredible feat was achieved during the National T20 Cup, where he delivered a jaw-dropping performance with 11 sixes and 14 fours. His innings of 162 runs* is now the third-highest individual score in T20 cricket worldwide.
162 Runs in Just 72 Balls – A Record-Breaking Innings*
Batting for Peshawar Region against Quetta Region on March 21, Sahibzada Farhan played a phenomenal knock. Opening the innings, he smashed an unbeaten 162 runs off 72 balls, boasting a staggering strike rate of 225. His fireworks helped Peshawar post a mammoth total of 239/1 in 20 overs.
Quetta’s Batting Collapse – Lost by More Runs Than They Scored
Chasing a massive target of 240, Quetta Region struggled to keep up with the pressure and were bundled out for just 113 runs in 19.3 overs. Peshawar secured a massive 126-run victory, making it one of the most one-sided contests in the tournament. Expectedly, Sahibzada Farhan was named Player of the Match for his record-breaking innings.
Highest T20 Score for Pakistan & Third-Highest in the World
March 21 was a memorable day for Pakistan cricket, as it witnessed two historic moments. Hasan Nawaz smashed the fastest T20I century for Pakistan against New Zealand, while Sahibzada Farhan registered the highest individual score by a Pakistani in T20 cricket.
His 162 runs now stand as the third-highest individual score in T20 history*, behind:
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Chris Gayle – 175 runs (highest T20 score ever)
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Aaron Finch – 172 runs
With this incredible feat, Sahibzada Farhan has carved his name into the history books of T20 cricket. Will he break the 175-run record next?
