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Hetmyer's Record 22-Ball Fifty Powers West Indies to 182/5 vs Scotland

Shimron Hetmyer blasted a 22-ball fifty, the fastest by a West Indian in T20 World Cup history, surpassing Chris Gayle's record. His 64-run knock anchored the West Indies innings after an 81-run partnership with Rovman Powell. Brandon King also overtook Gayle to become the third-highest run-getter for the West Indies in T20Is during his 35-run innings. The West Indies posted a competitive 182/5, with Sherfane Rutherford providing a late flourish.

Key Points: Hetmyer Breaks Gayle's Record as WI Post 182/5 in T20 WC

  • Hetmyer's record 22-ball fifty
  • Brandon King surpasses Gayle's runs tally
  • 81-run stand with Powell
  • Rutherford's death-overs prowess
  • Scotland to chase 183
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T20 WC: Hetmyer, King surpasses Gayle as WI post 182/5 in campaign opener against Scotland

Shimron Hetmyer smashed the fastest T20 WC fifty by a West Indian (22 balls) as West Indies scored 182/5 against Scotland in their tournament opener.

"He slammed his fifty in just 22 balls, going past Gayle - Match Report"

Kolkata, February 7

West Indies batter Shimron Hetmyer made history, overtaking legendary Chris Gayle to register the fastest fifty by a West Indies batter in the history of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

During their campaign opener against WI, the Windies showcased a glimpse of their ferocious hitting, and Hetmyer was at the centre of it, with a brilliant 64 in 36 balls, with two fours and six towering sixes, striking at over 177.

He slammed his fifty in just 22 balls, going past Gayle, who had hit a 23-ball fifty against Australia during the 2009 edition of the tournament.

Also, Sherfane Rutherford displayed his death-overs prowess, scoring 26 in 13 balls, with four boundaries and a six and a strike rate of 200.00. This year in death overs (16-20), he has made 258 runs in T20Is in 126 balls at an average of 51.6, with five dismissals and a strike rate of 204.76, including 23 fours and 20 sixes.

Scotland won the toss and opted to bowl first.

A half-century from Brandon King (35 in 30 balls, with four boundaries and a six) and skipper Shai Hope (19) started off things for WI. After WI slid to 58/2, Hetmyer along with Rovman Powell (24 in 14 balls, with four boundaries and two sixes) struck a fine 81-run stand for the third wicket. Romario Shepherd (6*) and Matthew Forde (1*) were unbeaten when WI reached 182/5 in 20 overs.

Also, during his knock, Brandon also leapt past Gayle to become the third-highest run-getter in T20Is, with 1,916 runs in 79 matches and 77 innings at an average of 26.61 and a strike rate of 133.89, including 14 fifties and a best score of 85*. Gayle had scored 1,899 runs in 79 matches and 75 innings at an average of 27.92 and a strike rate of 137.50, including two centuries and 14 fifties.

Brad Currie (2/23) was the top bowler for Scotland.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Surpassing Gayle's record is no small feat. Hetmyer and King both doing it in one match shows the depth of their batting. Exciting times for Windies cricket.
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Arjun K
Rutherford's death over stats are unbelievable. Strike rate of 204! That's the kind of finisher every team dreams of. WI will be tough to beat if they post 180+ regularly.
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Priyanka N
While the hitting was great, I feel the article focuses too much on individual records. Cricket is a team game. The 81-run partnership between Hetmyer and Powell was the real game-changer, yaar.
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David E
Brandon King becoming the 3rd highest run-getter for WI is impressive consistency. Gayle was a legend for his explosive power, but King's steady accumulation is valuable too. Different styles.
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Kavya N
Scotland choosing to bowl first backfired big time! Against this Windies batting line-up on a good pitch, you need to put runs on the board and apply pressure. Poor decision. 🏏

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