Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Baroda Blasts Into History Books with Record T20 Total as Bhanu Pania Shines with Century
Baroda created history in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy by smashing a record-breaking 349/5 against Sikkim, the highest total in T20 cricket. Bhanu Pania starred with an unbeaten 134 off just 51 balls, hitting 15 sixes and 5 fours. Baroda's explosive innings included 37 sixes, surpassing Zimbabwe’s 344/4. Contributions from Shivalik Sharma, Abhimanyu Singh, and Vishnu Solanki highlighted their dominance.
The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy is going into the history books as Baroda shattered records with an extraordinary total of 349/5 against Sikkim, marking the highest-ever score in T20 cricket. This historic feat, achieved in Indore, surpassed Zimbabwe’s previous record of 344/4. The show’s star was Bhanu Pania, who delivered an unforgettable knock of 134 not out off 51 balls, including a staggering 15 sixes and five boundaries. His commanding innings were the foundation of Baroda’s explosive batting display.
The team collectively hammered an astounding 37 sixes, setting a new benchmark for the most sixes in a T20 game, eclipsing the previous record of 27. Contributions from Shivalik Sharma (55 off 17), Abhimanyu Singh (53 off 17), Vishnu Solanki (50 off 16), and Shashwat Rawat (43 off 16) further fueled the carnage. Baroda’s innings included partnerships of 92 runs for the opening wicket, followed by stands of 94 runs and 88 runs, ensuring a relentless scoring spree.
This remarkable effort also surpassed India’s highest T20I total of 297/6 and the domestic T20 record of 287/3. Bhanu Pania’s performance, coupled with Baroda’s dominance, cements this match as a landmark moment in cricket history.
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