West Indies smash second-highest T20 World Cup total; check full list

West Indies delivered a historic batting performance, posting the second-highest T20 World Cup total of 254/6 against Zimbabwe. Shimron Hetmyer's blistering 85 off 34 balls, the fastest T20 World Cup

23 Feb, 16:10 — 23 Feb, 17:26

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T20 cricket is a dynamic, high-scoring format, and the T20 World Cup represents the pinnacle of international competition in this variant. Achieving the second-highest total in the tournament's history is a significant feat, showcasing exceptional batting prowess and setting a new benchmark for offensive performance. Such a dominant display can dramatically boost team morale, influence net run rate, and send a strong message to competitors.

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West IndiesCricket team Shimron HetmyerBatter ZimbabweOpponent cricket team T20 World CupInternational tournament

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First report: Times of India · 23 Feb, 16:10|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 1h|Window: 1h

Times of India23 Feb, 16:10First to report