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In T20 International (T20I) cricket, team scores are a reflection of a team's batting prowess and the high-energy nature of the format. As of December 2024, Zimbabwe holds the record for the highest team score in T20 International Cricket cricket history, with an outstanding 344/4 against Gambia on October 23, 2024, at the Ruaraka Sports Club Ground in Nairobi. This remarkable feat highlights Zimbabwe's aggressive batting style and sets a new benchmark in the shortest format of the game.
Here is a complete list of the highest team scores in T20I International Cricket history.
| Rank | Team | Score | Opponent | Date |
| 1 | Zimbabwe | 344/4 | Gambia | Oct 23, 2024 |
| 2 | Nepal | 314/3 | Mongolia | Sep 27, 2023 |
| 3 | India | 297/6 | Bangladesh | Oct 12, 2024 |
| 4 | Zimbabwe | 286/5 | Seychelles | Oct 19, 2024 |
| 5 | India | 283/1 | South Africa | Nov 15, 2024 |
| 6 | Afghanistan | 278/3 | Ireland | Feb 23, 2019 |
| 7 | Czech Rep | 278/4 | Turkey | Aug 30, 2019 |
| 8 | Nigeria | 271/4 | Ivory Coast | Nov 24, 2024 |
| 9 | Malaysia | 268/4 | Thailand | Oct 2, 2023 |
| 10 | England | 267/3 | West Indies | Dec 19, 2023 |
| 11 | Australia | 263/3 | Sri Lanka | Sep 6, 2016 |
| 12 | Sri Lanka | 260/6 | Kenya | Sep 14, 2007 |
| 13 | India | 260/5 | Sri Lanka | Dec 22, 2017 |
| 14 | South Africa | 259/4 | West Indies | Mar 26, 2023 |
| 15 | Czech Rep | 258/2 | Bulgaria | May 12, 2022 |
Date: October 23, 2024
Ground: Ruaraka Sports Club Ground, Nairobi
Result: Zimbabwe wn
Overview: A historic record set by Zimbabwe, featuring a dominant and aggressive batting performance.
Date: September 27, 2023
Ground: Zhejiang University of Technology Cricket Field, Hangzhou
Result: Nepal won
Overview: Nepal delivered a superb team effort, with significant contributions from the top order.
Date: October 12, 2024
Ground: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
Result: India won
Overview: India's powerful batting lineup set a huge total, underlining their dominance in T20 cricket.
Date: October 19, 2024
Ground: Gymkhana Club Ground, Nairobi
Result: Zimbabwe won
Overview: Zimbabwe posted another high total, once again showcasing their exceptional batting depth.
Date: November 15, 2024
Ground: The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg
Result: India won
Overview: A sensational innings from India's opening batsman helped them set a massive score.
Date: February 23, 2019
Ground: Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Dehradun
Result: Afghanistan won
Overview: Afghanistan's aggressive batting put Ireland under immense pressure.
Date: August 30, 2019
Ground: Moara Vlasiei Cricket Ground, Ilfov County
Result: Czech Republic won
Overview: A dominant performance by the Czech Republic in a high-scoring match.
Date: November 24, 2024
Ground: Nigeria Cricket Federation Oval 1, Abuja
Result: Nigeria won
Overview: Nigeria's disciplined batting saw them score a massive total in a one-sided contest.
Date: October 2, 2023
Ground: Zhejiang University of Technology Cricket Field, Hangzhou
Result: Malaysia won
Overview: Malaysia's batsmen displayed excellent timing and power to set a high target.
Date: December 19, 2023
Ground: Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba
Result: England won
Overview: England's aggressive batting strategy helped them post a daunting total against the West Indies.
Date: September 6, 2016
Ground: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
Result: Australia won
Overview: Australia dominated Sri Lanka with an all-out attacking approach in this high-scoring affair.
Date: September 14, 2007
Ground: The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg
Result: Sri Lanka won
Overview: A well-rounded batting performance helped Sri Lanka set a significant total.
Date: December 22, 2017
Ground: Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore
Result: India won
Overview: A massive team effort from India, with multiple batsmen contributing to the high score.
Date: March 26, 2023
Ground: Supersport Park, Centurion
Result: South Africa won
Overview: South Africa posted a dominant score with explosive batting.
Date: May 12, 2022
Ground: Moara Vlasiei Cricket Ground, Ilfov County
Result: Czech Republic won
Overview: Czech Republic set a challenging total with an excellent display of batting.
The Top 15 highest team scores in T20 International cricket demonstrate the evolving dynamics of the format. With Zimbabwe’s remarkable 344/4 against Gambia setting a new record, these performances showcase aggressive batting strategies, power hitting, and excellent team coordination. As the game progresses, more teams are pushing the boundaries of what is possible in T20 cricket, and we can expect even more extraordinary performances in the future.
As of 2024, Virat Kohli of India holds the record for the most runs in T20 International cricket, having accumulated over 4,500 runs in the format.
The highest individual score in a T20 International match is 172 runs, achieved by Aaron Finch of Australia against the West Indies on December 17, 2018, at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).
As of 2024, no player has scored 200 runs in a single T20 International match. Aaron Finch's 172 remains the highest individual score in a T20I. However, players in domestic T20 leagues like the Big Bash League (BBL) have come close, with scores exceeding 200 runs in a single innings.
