Andre Russell, Sherfane Rutherford Register Highest Sixth-Wicket Partnership in T20I History, Achieve Feat With 139-Run Stand During AUS vs WI 3rd T20I 2024
Both the destructive batters made the most of their left-right combination and helped West Indies post a massive 220/6 on the board after they had lost five wickets with just 79 runs on the board at one stage. Andre Russell finished with 71 off 29 balls while Sherfane Rutherford smashed 67 off 40.
Andre Russell and Sherfane Rutherford made history when they registered the highest sixth-wicket partnership in T20 Internationals, as West Indies faced Australia in the third and final match of the series. The duo, known for their ability to hit the big shots and clear any ground at will, took apart the Australian bowling attack and plundered 139 runs off just 67 balls. They revived the West Indies batting effort after they were reduced to 79/5 at one stage and guided them to a massive 220/6. Adam Zampa Registers Most Expensive Figures By An Australian in T20Is, Records Unwanted Feat During AUS vs WI 3rd T20I 2024.
Andre Russell-Sherfane Rutherford Register Highest Sixth-Wicket Stand in T20Is
Sherfane Rutherford (67no off 40) and Andre Russell's (71 off 29) 139-run sixth-wicket stand was the biggest ever in a T20I.
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