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Powell, Hetmyer Eye Milestones in WI vs SA T20 World Cup Clash

The upcoming T20 World Cup match between West Indies and South Africa in Ahmedabad could see two major individual records fall. Rovman Powell needs just 58 more runs to surpass Nicholas Pooran and become West Indies' all-time leading run-scorer in T20 Internationals. Meanwhile, Shimron Hetmyer requires only one more six to break Pooran's record for the most sixes in a single T20 World Cup tournament. Both players are in excellent form, setting the stage for a potentially historic clash.

Key Points: WI Stars Powell, Hetmyer Chase Records vs South Africa

  • Powell 58 runs from WI T20I run record
  • Hetmyer one six from T20WC sixes record
  • Both in strong form ahead of key match
  • Records currently held by Nicholas Pooran
  • Crucial Group 1 encounter in Ahmedabad
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T20 WC: Powell, Hetmyer chase career-defining milestones ahead of clash against SA

Rovman Powell is 58 runs from WI's T20I run record. Shimron Hetmyer needs one six for a T20 World Cup sixes record ahead of SA clash.

"The West Indies' clash against South Africa... could witness Powell and Hetmyer... achieve two massive, career-defining records."

Ahmedabad, February 25

West Indies star Rovman Powell is 58 runs away from toppling Nicholas Pooran to become the team's highest T20I run-getter, while Shimron Hetmyer is just a six away from breaking his former teammate's record for most sixes in a single T20 World Cup competition.

The West Indies' clash against South Africa at Ahmedabad could witness Powell and Hetmyer, two mainstays of an explosive Caribbean line-up, achieve two massive, career-defining records.

Currently, Rovman has made 2,218 runs in T20I 115 matches and 101 innings at an average of 25.79 and a strike rate of 141.61, with a century and 10 fifties and is the second-highest run-getter for WI, below Pooran, who has made 2,275 runs in 106 matches and 97 innings at an average of 26.14 and a strike rate of over 136, with 13 fifties.

Powell needs 58 more runs to go past Pooran and become WI's highest-scoring T20I run-getter. Also, two more sixes will make him the first WI batter with 150 T20I sixes. The right-hander, who made an explosive 35-ball 59 against Zimbabwe after scores of 24, 14 and 9, is well positioned form-wise to go for this milestone.

Hetmyer, who is the second-highest run-getter in the tournament so far with 219 runs in five innings at an average of 54.75, a strike rate of over 185 and two fifties, including a stunning 85 in 34 against Zimbabwe, has hit 17 sixes so far in the tournament. Another maximum and he will be past Pooran's 17 sixes in T20WC 2024 to have the most sixes in a single T20 WC by a batter.

Squads: South Africa Squad: Aiden Markram(c), Quinton de Kock(w), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi, George Linde, Anrich Nortje, Kwena Maphaka, Jason Smith West Indies Squad: Brandon King, Shai Hope(w/c), Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Matthew Forde, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph, Quentin Sampson, Jayden Seales, Roston Chase, Johnson Charles.

- ANI

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Sarah B
The stats are impressive, but I feel the article focuses too much on individual milestones. Cricket is a team sport. I'd rather read about the team's strategy against Rabada and Nortje. That's the real battle that will decide the game.
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Rohit P
Hetmyer's strike rate of 185 is insane! Reminds me of our own Indian power-hitters. The Ahmedabad pitch can be a belter, perfect for these guys. Hope the ground is packed. Nothing like a WI-SA match for pure T20 fireworks.
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Priyanka N
Good to see such detailed analysis. Powell has been a consistent performer for WI. As a cricket enthusiast from Mumbai, I appreciate these behind-the-numbers stories. It adds another layer of interest to the match. All the best to both players!
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Aman W
Honestly, records are nice but winning the match is everything. South Africa's bowling attack is no joke. If Powell and Hetmyer get their milestones in a winning cause, that's the perfect script. Let's see if they can handle the pressure.
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Kavitha C
The Caribbean flair is unmatched! Watching them play in India is always a treat. Hope the local fans in Ahmedabad turn up in big numbers and create a great atmosphere. Cricket needs strong West Indies team. Go Windies! 🤞

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