Gujarat Titans star Jos Buttler and Alex Hales hold the record for the highest partnership for any wicket in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup history, a monumental 170-run stand achieved during the 2022 semi-final against India in Adelaide. Chasing a target of 169, the England openers delivered a flawless performance, dismantling the Indian bowling attack with ease.
The dominant partnership saw England cruise to victory without losing a single wicket and with 24 balls remaining. Buttler finished unbeaten on 80 off 49 deliveries, while Hales smashed 86 not out off 47 balls. This performance turned a high-stakes semi-final into a one-sided affair, securing England’s place in the final and ultimately guiding them to their second T20 World Cup title.
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“Alex Hales and Jos Buttler produced one of the most solid batting performances in T20 World Cup history during the 2022 semi-final against India at Adelaide. Chasing 169, the England openers stitched together an unbeaten 170-run stand, the highest partnership for any wicket in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup history.”
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“Alex Hales and Jos Buttler produced one of the most solid batting performances in T20 World Cup history during the 2022 semi-final against India at Adelaide. Chasing 169, the England openers stitched together an unbeaten 170-run stand, the highest partnership for any wicket in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup history.”