In a spectacular display of batting prowess, Ruturaj Gaikwad has etched his name in the annals of Indian T20 cricket history. During the ongoing 4th T20I against Australia at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur, Gaikwad achieved a monumental feat by becoming the fastest Indian to reach 4000 T20 runs, surpassing stalwarts like Virat Kohli and KL Rahul.
As the innings unfolded, Ruturaj Gaikwad showcased his sublime form, continuing his rich vein of batting that had seen him score a century in the previous game. Amidst early setbacks for India, with the team at 63/3, Gaikwad stood like a rock, steering the ship with elegance and skill.
Teaming up with Rinku Singh, Gaikwad orchestrated a crucial partnership that added 48 runs to the scoreboard, significantly shifting the momentum in India’s favour. The duo’s collaboration stabilised the innings and heaped immense pressure on the Australian bowling attack.
While Gaikwad was setting the stage for another substantial innings, his time at the crease was curtailed by Tanveer Sangha. A well-flighted delivery on the off stump induced Gaikwad to attempt an inside-out loft, but the ball gripped more than expected. The result was a soft dismissal as the ball found the outer half of Gaikwad’s bat, floating towards the short third.
In his innings, Ruturaj Gaikwad exhibited aggression and finesse, scoring 32 runs off 28 balls at a strike rate of 114.29. His innings featured three fours and 1 six, showcasing his ability to control the run rate while playing impactful strokes.
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Ruturaj Gaikwad’s milestone of becoming the fastest Indian to reach 4000 T20 runs is a testament to his consistency and rapid rise in the T20 format. Achieving this feat in just 116 innings, Gaikwad has surpassed the likes of KL Rahul, who took 117 innings, and Virat Kohli, who achieved the milestone in 138 innings.
Fastest Indian to 4000 T20 Runs by Innings
- Ruturaj Gaikwad – 116*
- KL Rahul – 117
- Virat Kohli – 138
