India Sets New Records: Fastest 50, 100, and 200 in Test Cricket

In a historic display of aggressive batting, the Indian cricket team shattered multiple records during the second Test against Bangladesh at Green Park Stadium in Kanpur on September 30, 2024. Led by captain Rohit Sharma, India became the first team to record the fastest 50, 100, and 200 runs in Test cricket history.

India’s innings began with a bang as openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rohit Sharma took the attack to the Bangladeshi bowlers. The duo reached the 50-run mark in just 3 overs, breaking England’s previous record of 4.2 overs set against the West Indies. Rohit Sharma’s quickfire 23 off 11 balls, including three sixes and a four, set the tone for the innings.

Fastest 50 in Test Cricket

The opening partnership between Jaiswal and Sharma was nothing short of spectacular. Jaiswal, in particular, was in sublime form, smashing 10 fours and a six to reach his half-century off just 31 balls. His aggressive approach ensured that India reached the 50-run milestone in record time.

Fastest 100

The momentum continued as Shubman Gill joined Jaiswal at the crease. The pair maintained a blistering run rate, and India crossed the 100-run mark in just 10.1 overs, surpassing their own record of 12.2 overs set against the West Indies in 2023. Gill’s fluent stroke play complemented Jaiswal’s aggression, and the duo kept the scoreboard ticking at a rapid pace.

Fastest 200

India’s relentless assault on the Bangladeshi bowlers didn’t stop there. KL Rahul and Virat Kohli took over after the fall of the openers, continuing the aggressive approach. Rahul’s 68 off 43 balls and Kohli’s brisk 47 ensured that India reached the 200-run mark in just 24.2 overs, breaking Australia’s previous record of 27.4 overs set against Pakistan in 2017.

India’s strategy to go all-out from the start paid off handsomely. The decision to bat aggressively was influenced by the rain-affected nature of the match, which saw only 35 overs of play possible on the first three days. This approach not only put Bangladesh on the back foot but also allowed India to declare their innings at 285 for nine in just 34.4 overs, scoring at an impressive rate of 8.22 runs per over.

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