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Tilak Varma etched his name in the record books with a stunning performance in Chennai during the second T20I against England. The young left-hander delivered a match-winning knock of 72 not out off 55 balls, steering India to a nail-biting two-wicket victory at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Chasing a target of 166, India found themselves in a precarious position at 126/7 in the 15th over, but Tilak’s composure under pressure ensured India took a 2-0 lead in the five-match series with four balls to spare.
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Tilak Varma’s Record-Breaking Feat
During his incredible knock, Tilak Varma shattered multiple records, including surpassing former Indian skipper Virat Kohli to set a new benchmark in T20I cricket. Here’s a breakdown of his record-making achievements:
First Batter in T20I History with 300+ Runs Without Dismissal
Tilak has now gone unbeaten in four consecutive T20I innings, amassing 318 runs (107*, 120*, 19*, 72*). This remarkable feat surpasses the previous record of 271 runs held by New Zealand’s Mark Chapman.
Top 5 Batters With Most T20I Runs Between Two Dismissals:
318 runs: Tilak Varma (India) – 107*, 120*, 19*, 72*
271 runs: Mark Chapman (New Zealand) – 65*, 16*, 71*, 104*, 15
240 runs: Aaron Finch (Australia) – 68*, 172
240 runs: Shreyas Iyer (India) – 57*, 74*, 73*, 36
239 runs: David Warner (Australia) – 100*, 60*, 57*, 2*, 20
Most T20I Runs by an Indian Batter Across Four Innings
Tilak surpassed Virat Kohli’s 258 runs in four consecutive innings (72*, 77, 66, 43 during the 2014-15 season) with his current tally of 318 runs.Top 5 Indian Batters (Most Runs in 4 Consecutive T20I Innings):
318: Tilak Varma
258: Virat Kohli
257: Sanju Samson
253: Rohit Sharma
252: Shikhar Dhawan
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Tilak’s Heroics in Chennai
Tilak’s unbeaten knock featured four boundaries and five towering sixes, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure. His maturity, shot selection, and ability to anchor the innings while keeping the scoreboard ticking were on full display.
After the match, Tilak credited the team’s management and head coach Gautam Gambhir for instilling confidence in him, enabling him to play his natural game.
What’s Next for Team India?
With the victory in Chennai, India now heads to Rajkot for the third T20I. A win there will not only secure the series for India but also extend Gautam Gambhir’s unbeaten run as head coach in the T20I format.
As Tilak continues to shine on the international stage, fans eagerly anticipate his contributions in Rajkot and beyond. If his current form is any indication, the 20-year-old southpaw is on track to becoming a cornerstone of India’s batting lineup in the shortest format.
