Partnership decides the fate of the match, the lower-order partnerships can be equally crucial in turning the game, here are the top 10 highest 9th wicket partnerships in the T20 World Cup history where the tail-enders add some valuable runs to their teams.
Highest 9th Wicket Partnership in T20 World Cup: Top 10 List
From Afghanistan to England, these partnerships showcase the depth and talent within the lower order, often turning the tide of a match in unexpected ways. These partnerships, often unexpected and thrilling, showcase the resilience and determination of the teams involved, leaving an indelible mark on the sport.
1) Gulbadin Naib and Shapoor Zadran – 44 Runs
During a T20 match against England in Colombo in 2012, Gulbadin Naib and Shapoor Zadran of Afghanistan combined forces to forge a remarkable 44-run partnership for the 9th wicket. Their gritty display of batting prowess helped Afghanistan post a competitive total against a formidable opponent, showcasing the team’s growing stature in international cricket.
2) Zaheer Khan and Rohit Sharma – 36 Runs
In a T20 clash against Australia in Bridgetown in 2010, Indian duo Zaheer Khan and Rohit Sharma defied the odds with a resilient 36-run partnership for the 9th wicket. Their valuable contribution played a pivotal role in India’s quest for victory, highlighting the depth and talent within the Indian cricketing ranks.
3) Hamid Hassan and Mirwais Ashraf – 33 Runs
During a T20 encounter against South Africa in Bridgetown in 2010, Hamid Hassan and Mirwais Ashraf of Afghanistan showcased their batting prowess with a gutsy 33-run partnership for the 9th wicket. Despite facing a formidable bowling attack, their determined effort helped Afghanistan put up a respectable total, earning admiration from cricket enthusiasts worldwide.
4) RL Bhudia and JK Kamande – 27 Runs
In a T20 match against New Zealand in Durban in 2007, Kenyan duo RL Bhudia and JK Kamande stitched together a resilient 27-run partnership for the 9th wicket. Despite the odds stacked against them, their tenacity and resolve enabled Kenya to put up a fighting total, underscoring the team’s spirit and determination on the global stage.
5) Kamran Shazad and EH Silva – 27 Runs
During a T20 clash against Zimbabwe in Sylhet in 2014, Kamran Shazad and EH Silva of the UAE showcased their batting prowess with a composed 27-run partnership for the 9th wicket. Their gritty display under pressure helped the UAE put up a competitive total, signaling the team’s emergence as a force to be reckoned with in international cricket.
6) Mashrafe Mortaza and Sohag Gazi – 24 Runs
In a T20 encounter against the West Indies in Dhaka in 2014, Bangladeshi duo Mashrafe Mortaza and Sohag Gazi displayed their batting skills with a resilient 24-run partnership for the 9th wicket. Despite facing a formidable bowling attack, their determined effort helped Bangladesh put up a fighting total, earning plaudits from fans and pundits alike.
7) Abdur Razzak and Mashrafe Mortaza – 24 Runs
During a T20 match against Ireland in Nottingham in 2009, Bangladeshi pair Abdur Razzak and Mashrafe Mortaza combined forces to forge a gritty 24-run partnership for the 9th wicket. Their valuable contribution played a crucial role in Bangladesh’s quest for victory, highlighting the team’s growing competitiveness on the international stage.
8) AR Cussack and WK McCallan – 20 Runs
In a T20 clash against India in Nottingham in 2009, Irish duo AR Cussack and WK McCallan defied the odds with an unbeaten 20-run partnership for the 9th wicket. Their resilient display under pressure helped Ireland post a competitive total, showcasing the team’s fighting spirit and resilience against higher-ranked opponents.
9) M Gillespie and Daniel Vettori – 20 Runs
During a T20 encounter against England in Durban in 2007, New Zealand pair M Gillespie and Daniel Vettori showcased their batting skills with an unbeaten 20-run partnership for the 9th wicket. Despite the odds stacked against them, their gritty display helped New Zealand post a respectable total, showcasing the team’s depth and talent in the lower order.
10) Stuart Broad and A Rashid – 19 Runs
In a T20 match against South Africa in Nottingham in 2009, English duo Stuart Broad and A Rashid displayed their batting prowess with a composed 19-run partnership for the 9th wicket. Despite facing a formidable bowling attack, their determined effort helped England put up a fighting total, highlighting the team’s resilience under pressure.
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