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Amelia Kerr Sets World Record with 10 Consecutive 30+ Scores in T20Is

Amelia Kerr has etched her name in the record books by scoring 30 or more runs in ten consecutive T20 International innings, a new world record across both men's and women's cricket. Her knock of 31 was instrumental in New Zealand's series-clinching six-wicket victory over South Africa in Wellington. The all-rounder's remarkable consistency spans multiple series, including a century against Zimbabwe, and she has also contributed significantly with the ball. Former skipper Sophie Devine provided the fireworks in the chase with a blistering 64, but Kerr's record-setting consistency at the top has been the defining story.

Key Points: Amelia Kerr T20I Record: 10 Straight 30+ Scores

  • Historic world record across all T20I cricket
  • 10 consecutive innings of 30+ runs
  • Key all-round performance in series-clinching win
  • Amassed 554 runs at a 142 strike rate
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Amelia Kerr creates world record with 10 straight 30-plus T20I scores

New Zealand's Amelia Kerr creates a world record for most consecutive 30+ scores in T20 Internationals, surpassing Chamari Athapaththu and Rebecca Blake.

"She surpassed the previous mark of nine, jointly held by Sri Lanka's Chamari Athapaththu and Romania's Rebecca Blake. - Report"

Wellington, March 22

Amelia Kerr scripted history by registering the most consecutive 30-plus scores in T20 Internationals, across both men's and women's cricket, as New Zealand Women defeated South Africa Women to take an unassailable lead in the five-game series.

Kerr extended her remarkable consistency with a knock of 31 off 29 balls in Wellington after returning figures of 1/32 in four overs to help restrict South Africa to 159/6. Her all-round effort played a key role in New Zealand's six-wicket win, achieved with nine balls to spare, as the hosts moved 3-1 ahead in the series.

The 25-year-old has now scored 30 or more runs in 10 consecutive T20I innings, setting a new world record. She surpassed the previous mark of nine, jointly held by Sri Lanka's Chamari Athapaththu and Romania's Rebecca Blake.

Kerr's purple patch has spanned multiple series, underscoring her consistency at the highest level. Her run began with a 43 off 38 balls against South Africa in 2024, followed by an unbeaten 51 off 46 against Australia in 2025. She then scored 40 off 36 and 66 off 47 in the same series, before producing a career-defining unbeaten 101 off 51 against Zimbabwe in her first T20I in 2026.

The right-hander continued her dominance with 82 off 52 against Zimbabwe, before returning to face South Africa in the ongoing series, where she has posted scores of 78 off 44, 32 off 18, 30 off 28 and 31 off 29, completing a sequence of 10 consecutive 30-plus innings.

Across these 10 innings, spanning 11 matches, Kerr has amassed 554 runs at an impressive strike rate of 142. In addition to her batting exploits, she has also been effective with the ball, picking up 12 wickets at an economy rate of 6.74, highlighting her value as a premier all-rounder.

In the recently concluded Wellington match on Sunday, South Africa posted a competitive total, but New Zealand chased it down comfortably, thanks largely to a blistering 64 off 34 balls by former skipper Sophie Devine. Kerr's steady contribution at the top helped stabilise the innings after an early wicket, ensuring the chase stayed on track.

- IANS

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Sarah B
As a cricket fan living in Mumbai, I find this record fascinating. It's across both men's and women's cricket! That puts it in a different league altogether. Her all-round stats are phenomenal too - 12 wickets alongside those runs. A true modern great in the making.
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Priya S
Wow, this is seriously impressive! To score 30+ in 10 consecutive innings requires not just talent but immense focus. It's great to see women's cricket getting these kinds of milestones and headlines. Hope our media gives similar coverage to our women cricketers when they shine.
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Rohit P
A world record is a world record, and she deserves all the praise. But respectfully, the level of competition needs to be considered. Zimbabwe and South Africa (in women's cricket) are not the toughest opponents. Would be interesting to see this consistency against Australia or England. Still, a fantastic feat!
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Meera T
This is the kind of news that inspires young girls to take up sports. Amelia Kerr is only 25! She has a long career ahead. Her strike rate of 142 is the real highlight - she's scoring quickly and consistently. Indian fans should watch her batting technique; it's very solid.
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David E
Amazing consistency. 554 runs in 10 innings is a huge contribution to her team. It reminds me of Virat Kohli's consistency in his prime, though in a different format. The future of women's cricket looks bright with such talented all-rounders setting new benchmarks.

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