Highest 10th Wicket Partnership in T20 | Top 10
The 10th wicket in cricket is often seen as a formality, with the last two batsmen simply trying to delay the inevitable. However, there have been some incredible 10th-wicket partnerships in t20 internationals that have turned matches on their head.
The highest 10th wicket partnership in t20 is 62 runs. Khengar Bhal Ahir and Nikunj Ahir of Panama made that unbeaten 62-run partnership against Argentina in 2021.
Top 10 Highest 10th Wicket Partnerships In T20 Internationals
Here are the top 10 highest 10th wicket partnerships in T20 cricket:
1. Khengar Bhal Ahir and Nikunj Ahir (Panama) – 62* Runs Partnership
Khengar Bhal Ahir and Nikunj Ahir made a stunning 62-run partnership for the 10th wicket for Panama against Argentina in 2021.
Ahir chipped in with 20 runs, while Bhal Ahir top-scored with 32 runs. Although Panama lost the match by 45 runs this partnership not only gave Panama a fighting chance but also showed the fighting spirit of lower-order batsmen.
2. Sherul Mehta and Khalid Ahmadi (Belgium) – 54 Runs Partnership
Another incredible 10th-wicket partnership came in 2021 when Sherul Mehta and Khalid Ahmadi combined for 54 runs for Belgium against Malta.
Their valiant effort helped Belgium reach 128 runs. Despite the loss, Mehta and Ahmadi’s knock showed the power of determination and resilience, proving that even the tailenders can have a significant impact on the game.
3. Molai Matsau and Ts’episo Chaoana (Lesotho) – 45 Runs Partnership
Molai Matsau and Ts’episo Chaoana made a 45-run partnership for the 10th wicket for Lesotho against Swaziland In 2021. Their knock helped Lesotho reach 140 runs, which did not prove to be enough as Swaziland won the match by 54 runs.
This partnership highlighted the importance of every run in T20 cricket, and how even a small contribution from the lower order can make a big difference.
4. Barry McCarthy and Josh Little (Ireland) – 44* Runs Partnership
Barry McCarthy and Josh Little of Ireland put together a 44-run stand against South Africa in Dublin in 2021.
McCarthy scored 30 runs off 25 balls, while Little played a handy knock of 15 runs. Chasing 166, Ireland were struggling but their 44-run partnership helped Ireland to reach 132/9 and they lost the match by 33 runs.
5. Barry McCarthy and Josh Little (Ireland) – 42 Runs Partnership
Irish duo Barry McCarthy and Josh Little have entered the record books twice for their impressive 10th-wicket partnerships.
Ireland faced South Africa in in Bristol. In reply to South Africa’s 182/6, Ireland were badly struggling and it seemed like they were heading for a heavy defeat.
However, Barry McCarthy and Josh Little had other ideas. The pair put on a stunning 42-run partnership for the 10th wicket, giving Ireland a glimmer of hope.
Unfortunately, they fell short by 44 runs, but their partnership was one of the most exciting moments of the match.
6. Hayden Walsh and Obed McCoy (West Indies) – 38* Runs Partnership
Hayden Walsh and Obed McCoy made an unbeaten 38-run partnership against New Zealand In Kingston in August 2022.
With the West Indies struggling at 87/9 in reply to New Zealand’s 215/5, it looked like they were down and out.
However, Hayden Walsh and Obed McCoy put on a valiant 38-run partnership, which helped the West Indies reach 125/9.
New Zealand eventually won the match by 90 runs, but Walsh and McCoy’s partnership was a highlight for the West Indies.
7. Muhammad Tanveer and Mohammed Nadeem (Qatar) – 38* Runs Partnership
Qatar were struggling at 113/9 in reply to Bahrain’s 164/9, it looked like they were heading for a big defeat.
However, Muhammad Tanveer and Mohammed Nadeem put on a fighting 38-run partnership, which gave Qatar a chance to win the match but they fell just 13 runs short, but their partnership was a valiant effort.
8. Mohammad Adnan and Usman Ali (Saudi Arabia) – 38 Runs Partnership
While batting first, Saudi Arabia were struggling at 88/9 against Qatar but Mohammad Adnan and Usman Ali put on a dramatic 38-run partnership, which helped Saudi Arabia reach a total of 126.
In reply, Qatar chased down the target in 15.3 overs with 4 wickets in hand.
9. Faheem Nellancheri and Raaz Mohammad (Finland) – 38 Runs Partnership
Faheem Nellancheri and Raaz Mohammad of Finland scored 38 runs together against Norway In May 2023.
With Finland struggling at 63/9 in reply to Norway’s 131/7, it looked like they were going to lose.
However, Faheem Nellancheri and Raaz Mohammad put on a spirited 38-run partnership, which gave Finland a chance to win the match. They eventually fell short by 30 runs, but their partnership was a highlight for Finland.
10. Matthew Wade and Tanveer Sangha (Australia) – 36* Runs Partnership
Matthew Wade and Tanveer Sangha of Australia made an unbeaten 36-run stand against India In November 2023.
Australia had lost their 9 wickets at 155/9 in reply to India’s 235/4, it looked like they were going to lose the match with a huge margin.
However, Matthew Wade and Tanveer Sangha put on a determined 36-run partnership, which helped Australia reach 191/9.
India eventually won the match by 44 runs, but Wade and Sangha’s partnership was a positive sign for Australia.
List of All the Highest 10th Wicket Partnerships in T20 Cricket History
Sr. No. | Partners | Runs | Team | Opposition | Ground | Match Date |
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1 | Khengar Bhal Ahir, Nikunj Ahir | 62* | Panama | v Argentina | North Sound | 10-Nov-21 |
2 | Sherul Mehta, Khalid Ahmadi | 54 | Belgium | v Malta | Marsa | 10-Jul-21 |
3 | Molai Matsau, Ts'episo Chaoana | 45 | Lesotho | v Swaziland | Kigali | 16-Oct-21 |
4 | Barry McCarthy, Josh Little | 44* | Ireland | v South Africa | Dublin (Malahide) | 19-Jul-21 |
5 | Barry McCarthy, Josh Little | 42 | Ireland | v South Africa | Bristol | 5-Aug-22 |
6 | Hayden Walsh, Obed McCoy | 38* | West Indies | v New Zealand | Kingston | 12-Aug-22 |
7 | Muhammad Tanveer, Mohammed Nadeem | 38* | Qatar | v Bahrain | Bangi | 18-Dec-22 |
8 | Mohammad Adnan, Usman Ali | 38 | Saudi Arabia | v Qatar | Al Amerat | 21-Jan-19 |
9 | Faheem Nellancheri, Raaz Mohammad | 38 | Finland | v Norway | Glostrup | 19-May-23 |
10 | Matthew Wade, Tanveer Sangha | 36* | Australia | v India | Thiruvananthapuram | 26-Nov-23 |
11 | TG Southee, SHA Rance | 36 | New Zealand | v Sri Lanka | Pallekele | 6-Sep-19 |
12 | S Ghimire, Junaid Khan | 34* | Portugal | v Gibraltar | Gibraltar | 7-May-23 |
13 | FJ Klaassen, PA van Meekeren | 34 | Netherlands | v Bangladesh | Hobart | 24-Oct-22 |
14 | Bilal Muhammad, B Kalki Kumar | 33* | Malta | v Switzerland | Marsa | 23-Oct-21 |
15 | J Bangura, S Williams | 33* | Sierra Leone | v Cameroon | Rwanda | 2-Dec-22 |
16 | BJ McCarthy, JB Little | 32* | Ireland | v Zimbabwe | Hobart | 17-Oct-22 |
17 | D Heyliger, Salman Nazar | 32 | Canada | v Nepal | Al Amerat | 21-Feb-22 |
18 | Wahab Riaz, Shoaib Akhtar | 31* | Pakistan | v New Zealand | Auckland | 26-Dec-10 |
19 | Z Bimenyimana, E Rukiriza | 31* | Rwanda | v Tanzania | Rwanda | 25-Aug-23 |
20 | M Podosky, LJ Myott | 31* | Philippines | v Indonesia | Bali | 23-Dec-23 |
21 | C Karunaratne, D Madushanka | 30 | Sri Lanka | v Afghanistan | Dubai (DSC) | 27-Aug-22 |
22 | Muhammad Kashif, Ilyas Ahmed | 29* | Kuwait | v Nepal | Singapore | 27-Jul-19 |
23 | GH Dockrell, WB Rankin | 29* | Ireland | v Netherlands | Dubai (DSC) | 1-Nov-19 |
24 | Ahsan Malik, PA van Meekeren | 29 | Netherlands | v Hong Kong | Dubai (DSC) | 18-Jan-17 |
25 | DT Tiripano, CB Mpofu | 29 | Zimbabwe | v Netherlands | Rotterdam | 23-Jun-19 |
26 | Fitri Sham, Syazrul Idrus | 28* | Malaysia | v Bhutan | Bangi | 3-Jul-22 |
27 | JDP Oram, JS Patel | 28 | New Zealand | v Australia | Perth | 11-Dec-07 |
28 | DL Brangman, S Smith | 27* | Bermuda | v Namibia | ICCA 2 Dubai | 23-Oct-19 |
29 | Sachin Kumar, Shahid Mahmood | 27 | Bahrain | v Kuwait | Al Amerat | 17-Aug-22 |
30 | Fitri Sham, Rizwan Haider | 27 | Malaysia | v Hong Kong | Mong Kok | 12-Mar-23 |
31 | Najjam Shahzad, Sirajullah Khadim | 27 | Portugal | v Malta | Gibraltar | 5-May-23 |
32 | Mohammad Nabi, Fazalhaq Farooqi | 27 | Afghanistan | v U.A.E. | Sharjah | 31-Dec-23 |
33 | N Vanua, P Raho | 26* | P.N.G. | v Ireland | Townsville | 7-Feb-16 |
34 | Bilal Muhammad, A Bishnoi | 26* | Malta | v Belgium | Marsa | 9-Jul-21 |
35 | Huzaifa Mohammed, KDA Lukies | 26* | Philippines | v Indonesia | Bali | 24-Dec-23 |
36 | D Uwimana, P Vekaria | 26 | Rwanda | v Malawi | Rwanda | 22-Oct-21 |
37 | M Yunusu Issa, YM Nkanya | 26 | Tanzania | v Uganda | Rwanda | 30-Aug-23 |
38 | Mohammad Saifuddin, Rubel Hossain | 25* | Bangladesh | v South Africa | Bloemfontein | 26-Oct-17 |
39 | G Stewart, CJPF Kalugamage | 25 | Italy | v Scotland | Edinburgh | 24-Jul-23 |
40 | RS Bopara, DR Briggs | 24* | England | v Australia | Hobart | 29-Jan-14 |
41 | LM Jongwe, R Ngarava | 24* | Zimbabwe | v Ireland | Bready | 2-Sep-21 |
42 | F Nsubuga, H Ssenyondo | 24* | Uganda | v Rwanda | Rwanda | 14-Dec-22 |
43 | LM Jongwe, TL Chatara | 24* | Zimbabwe | v Namibia | Windhoek | 24-Oct-23 |
44 | KA Jamieson, TA Boult | 24 | New Zealand | v Australia | Wellington | 5-Mar-21 |
45 | V Baskaran, V Hampihallikar | 24 | Singapore | v Malaysia | Bangi | 18-Dec-22 |
46 | Shehzad Patel, Faizalmahmed Patel | 24 | Eswatini | v Malawi | Benoni | 27-May-23 |
47 | Fareed Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman | 23* | Afghanistan | v West Indies | Lucknow | 14-Nov-19 |
48 | MP O'Dowd, RE van der Merwe | 23* | Netherlands | v Sri Lanka | Geelong | 20-Oct-22 |
49 | B Ward, EJB Miles | 23* | Jersey | v Scotland | Edinburgh | 21-Jul-23 |
50 | PJ Ongondo, HA Varaiya | 23 | Kenya | v Pakistan | Nairobi (Gym) | 4-Sep-07 |
51 | JA Richardson, A Zampa | 23 | Australia | v New Zealand | Christchurch | 22-Feb-21 |
52 | P Florin, Aftab Kayani | 23 | Romania | v Serbia | Sofia | 25-Jun-21 |
53 | C Bah, G Sesay | 23 | Sierra Leone | v Rwanda | Lagos | 11-Oct-23 |
54 | AD Russell, G Motie | 23 | West Indies | v England | Tarouba | 19-Dec-23 |
55 | Shadab Khan, Shaheen Shah Afridi | 22* | Pakistan | v South Africa | Centurion | 6-Feb-19 |
56 | KMA Paul, O Thomas | 22* | West Indies | v New Zealand | Mount Maunganui | 29-Nov-20 |
57 | Shariz Ahmad, PA van Meekeren | 22* | Netherlands | v India | Sydney | 27-Oct-22 |
58 | CT Mumba, CB Mpofu | 22 | Zimbabwe | v Bangladesh | Mirpur | 9-Mar-20 |
59 | Garret Banner, AK Muslar | 22 | Belize | v Bermuda | North Sound | 13-Nov-21 |
60 | Haris Rauf, Mohammad Hasnain | 22 | Pakistan | v Sri Lanka | Dubai (DSC) | 11-Sep-22 |
61 | AM Kimote, YM Nkanya | 22 | Tanzania | v Rwanda | Dar-es-Salaam | 31-Oct-22 |
62 | RM Haq, JD Nel | 21* | Scotland | v Kenya | Nairobi (Gym) | 1-Feb-10 |
63 | HA Varaiya, E Otieno | 21* | Kenya | v Netherlands | ICCA Dubai | 23-Nov-13 |
64 | Fayyaz Butt, Jay Odedra | 21* | Oman | v Ireland | Al Amerat | 13-Feb-19 |
65 | A Ndlovu, TL Chatara | 21* | Zimbabwe | v Afghanistan | Harare | 14-Jun-22 |
66 | Ali Nayyer, Ashwin Vinod | 21* | Switzerland | v France | Vantaa | 25-Jul-22 |
67 | E Ernest, S Williams | 21 | Sierra Leone | v Botswana | Rwanda | 2-Nov-21 |
68 | Azmatullah Omarzai, Fazalhaq Farooqi | 21 | Afghanistan | v Pakistan | Sharjah | 27-Mar-23 |
69 | Saeed Ajmal, Junaid Khan | 20* | Pakistan | v West Indies | Gros Islet | 21-Apr-11 |
70 | NO Miller, SJ Benn | 20 | West Indies | v Australia | Gros Islet | 11-May-10 |
71 | Misbah-ul-Haq, Shoaib Akhtar | 20 | Pakistan | v South Africa | Abu Dhabi | 26-Oct-10 |
72 | ST Finn, JW Dernbach | 20 | England | v India | Colombo (RPS) | 23-Sep-12 |
73 | J Kila, N Pokana | 20 | P.N.G. | v Kenya | Dubai (DSC) | 27-Oct-19 |
74 | Vinay Ravi, Raza Iqbal | 20 | Norway | v Spain | Almeria | 1-May-22 |
75 | Shamim Hossain, Hasan Mahmud | 20 | Bangladesh | v Ireland | Chattogram | 31-Mar-23 |
76 | Z Bimenyimana, E Kubwimana | 20 | Rwanda | v Uganda | Benoni | 11-Dec-23 |
77 | TL Best, S Badree | 19* | West Indies | v Pakistan | Kingstown | 28-Jul-13 |
78 | Shafiqullah, Shapoor Zadran | 19* | Afghanistan | v England | Delhi | 23-Mar-16 |
79 | D Manani, P Danci | 19* | Romania | v Czech Rep. | Ilfov County | 31-Aug-19 |
80 | Ibrahim Hassan, Nazwan Ismail | 19* | Maldives | v Qatar | Al Amerat | 23-Feb-20 |
81 | K Rabada, A Nortje | 19* | South Africa | v West Indies | St George's | 1-Jul-21 |
82 | JR Barry, NH Ekanayake | 19* | Bahamas | v Bermuda | Buenos Aires | 4-Mar-23 |
83 | Muhammad Jawadullah, Junaid Siddique | 19* | U.A.E. | v Afghanistan | Sharjah | 2-Jan-24 |
84 | J Albin, RB Patel | 19 | Bulgaria | v Greece | Sofia | 26-Jun-21 |
85 | CW Perchard, D Birrell | 19 | Jersey | v Denmark | Almeria | 17-Oct-21 |
86 | Haris Rauf, Shahnawaz Dahani | 19 | Pakistan | v India | Dubai (DSC) | 28-Aug-22 |
87 | J Baguma, H Ssenyondo | 19 | Uganda | v Rwanda | Rwanda | 23-Dec-22 |
88 | Anique Uddin, Saud Munir | 19 | Denmark | v Sweden | Brondby | 19-May-23 |
89 | RM Hira, MJ McClenaghan | 18* | New Zealand | v England | Auckland | 9-Feb-13 |
90 | WTS Porterfield, AR Cusack | 18* | Ireland | v P.N.G. | Belfast | 15-Jul-15 |
91 | CJ Jordan, MA Wood | 18* | England | v Australia | Hobart | 7-Feb-18 |
92 | R Trumpelmann, BM Scholtz | 18* | Namibia | v Afghanistan | Abu Dhabi | 31-Oct-21 |
93 | Omid Mailk Khel, Sajad Ahmadzai | 18* | Belgium | v Germany | Krefeld | 10-Jun-23 |
94 | T Tumursukh, T Sumiya | 18* | Mongolia | v Maldives | Hangzhou | 28-Sep-23 |
95 | RM Haq, JD Nel | 18 | Scotland | v Pakistan | Durban | 12-Sep-07 |
96 | MR Adair, JB Little | 18 | Ireland | v South Africa | Belfast | 22-Jul-21 |
97 | MB Tambe, Raaz Mohammad | 18 | Finland | v Denmark | Brondby | 19-May-23 |
98 | R Abdulkareem, P Aho | 18 | Nigeria | v Ghana | Lagos | 6-Oct-23 |
99 | JB Abega, N Ndouteng | 18 | Cameroon | v Kenya | Benoni | 6-Dec-23 |
100 | S Sreesanth, RP Singh | 17* | India | v New Zealand | Johannesburg | 16-Sep-07 |
Data Source: ESPN Cricinfo