Top 5 Highest Scores by Indian Wicketkeepers in Men’s T20Is 

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Indian cricket team has always been blessed with talented wicketkeepers like MS Dhoni, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, Sanju Samson, and Ishan Kishan, who have contributed both behind the stumps and with the bat. Their batting performances have often provided the extra edge needed in crucial moments. 

Let’s take a closer look at the top five individual scores by Indian wicket keepers in T20I cricket.

1. Sanju Samson – 111 (47) vs Bangladesh, 2024

Leading the pack is Sanju Samson’s explosive knock of 111 off just 47 balls against Bangladesh in 2024. His innings, which included eight towering sixes, came under pressure after earlier failures in the series. He reached his century in just 40 balls, becoming the second-fastest Indian to achieve the feat. Samson’s brilliance helped India post a mammoth total of 297/6, the second-highest in T20I history.

2. Ishan Kishan – 89 (56) vs Sri Lanka, 2022

Ishan Kishan makes his mark with a blistering 89 off 56 balls against Sri Lanka in 2022. Opening the innings with Rohit Sharma, he built a solid 111-run partnership before shifting gears to accelerate the scoring. His knock, laced with 10 fours and 3 sixes, powered India to a mammoth total of 199, leading to a comfortable 62-run win.

3. Rishabh Pant – 65* (42) vs West Indies, 2019

Rishabh Pant’s unbeaten 65 off 42 balls against the West Indies in 2019 was a perfect example of his ability to thrive under pressure. Chasing a modest target of 147, Pant’s quickfire innings, decorated with four boundaries and four sixes, ensured India crossed the line with ease. 

4. Ishan Kishan – 58 (39) vs Australia, 2023

Another mention for Ishan Kishan comes from his 58 off 39 balls against Australia in 2023. After India lost Ruturaj Gaikwad early, Kishan steadied the innings at No. 3, forming a crucial 100-run partnership with Suryakumar Yadav. His aggressive stroke play at the top proved crucial in India’s successful run-chase of 209.

5. Sanju Samson – 58 (45) vs Zimbabwe, 2024

Sanju Samson’s consistent performances earn him another spot on this list. In the final T20I against Zimbabwe, Samson scored 58 off 45 balls, helping India set a target of 167/6. His innings, marked by four sixes and a boundary, came at a crucial point in the series, cementing his role as the team’s preferred wicketkeeper in T20Is.  

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