What are the Highest Partnerships for India in a T20 World Cup Final

In the high-stakes arena of T20 cricket, partnerships often hold the key to a team’s success, especially in crucial matches like the World Cup finals. For India, a country with a rich cricketing heritage, these partnerships have been instrumental in navigating through pressure situations and posting competitive totals or chasing daunting targets. Let’s delve into the highest partnerships for India in the T20 World Cup finals, exploring the contexts and contributions of these key moments.

Gautam Gambhir and Yuvraj Singh: 63 Runs

Gautam Gambhir and Yuvraj Singh (Source – Getty Images)

The highest partnership for India in a T20 World Cup final was between Gautam Gambhir and Yuvraj Singh, who amassed 63 runs for the third wicket against Pakistan on 24th September 2007 at Johannesburg. Coming together at a precarious 2/40, this partnership stabilized the innings. Over 7.5 overs, they maintained a run rate of 8.04, with Gambhir anchoring the innings and Yuvraj providing the aggressive thrust. Their partnership was pivotal, taking the score to 3/103, and setting a solid foundation for a competitive total.

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma: 60 Runs

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma (Photo Source X(Twitter)

Another crucial alliance was the 60-run partnership between Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma for the second wicket against Sri Lanka on April 6, 2014, in Mirpur. Coming in at 1/4, the duo had to rebuild the innings after an early setback. Over the course of 9 overs, they scored at a run rate of 6.66, ensuring stability and laying the groundwork for a defendable total. Kohli, known for his consistency, and Rohit, with his ability to accelerate, complemented each other perfectly, taking the score to 2/64. Despite their efforts, India fell short in the final, but this partnership remains a highlight for its crucial contribution in a high-pressure game.

Virat Kohli and Yuvraj Singh: 55 Runs

Virat Kohli and Yuvraj Singh (Photo Source X(Twitter)

On the same day and against the same opposition as the previous partnership, Virat Kohli and Yuvraj Singh combined for a 55-run partnership for the third wicket. This stand came after India was at 2/64, and over 7.4 overs, they scored at a run rate of 7.17. Their partnership took the score to 3/119, setting up a platform for the final overs. Kohli’s ability to pace his innings and Yuvraj’s flair were on display, providing India with a fighting chance in the final. 

Irfan Pathan and Rohit Sharma: 27 Runs

Irfan Pathan and Rohit Sharma (Source – Getty Images)

A notable unbeaten partnership was the 27-run stand between Irfan Pathan and Rohit Sharma for the sixth wicket against Pakistan on 24th September 2007 at Johannesburg. Coming together at 5/130, this duo had limited time but needed to maximize the score in the death overs. Over 2 overs, they scored at an impressive run rate of 13.50, taking the score to 5/157.

Gautam Gambhir and Yusuf Pathan: 25 Runs

Gautam Gambhir and Yusuf Pathan (Source – Getty Images)

In the same final against Pakistan in 2007, Gautam Gambhir and Yusuf Pathan put together a 25-run partnership for the first wicket. This stand came in just 2.4 overs, scoring at a brisk run rate of 9.37. Although short-lived, this partnership provided India with a rapid start, setting a positive tone for the innings. Gambhir’s steady approach combined with Yusuf’s explosive start was crucial in offsetting early nerves in such a high-stakes match.