Cricket is a game of records and milestones, where extraordinary performances etch players’ names into history. In recent years, we’ve witnessed some truly unforgettable moments as cricketers have shattered long-standing records. From breathtaking batting displays to exceptional bowling achievements, these record-breaking feats have captivated fans worldwide. Here are some of the most remarkable cricket records that have been broken.
Highest Individual Score in a T20 International:
- Record Broken by: Aaron Finch
- Score: 172 runs
- Date: July 3, 2018
- Details: Aaron Finch broke his own record for the highest individual score in a T20 International, scoring 172 runs against Zimbabwe. His previous record was 156 runs.
Most Wickets in a Single Test Series:
- Record Broken by: Pat Cummins
- Wickets: 29 wickets
- Series: Ashes 2019
- Details: Pat Cummins became the leading wicket-taker in a single Ashes series with 29 wickets in the 2019 series, breaking several previous records.
Fastest 12,000 Runs in ODI Cricket:
- Record Broken by: Virat Kohli
- Matches: 242
- Date: December 2, 2020
- Details: Virat Kohli reached 12,000 runs in One Day Internationals faster than any other player, achieving the milestone in just 242 matches.
Most Sixes in an ODI Series:
- Record Broken by: Eoin Morgan
- Sixes: 22 sixes
- Series: 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup
- Details: Eoin Morgan set the record for most sixes in an ODI series during the 2019 World Cup, surpassing the previous record held by several players.
Most Double Centuries in Test Cricket:
- Record Broken by: Virat Kohli
- Double Centuries: 7
- Date: October 2019
- Details: Virat Kohli broke several records for double centuries in Test cricket, setting a new record with 7 double centuries.
