What is highest successful run chase in T20Is at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Hyderabad?
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The Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Hyderabad has been a high-scoring venue in T20Is.
T20 cricket has become a format where teams can chase big targets and win matches in the final overs. Batters are scoring runs quickly, and totals above 200 are no longer impossible to chase. Over the years, several teams have shown that a strong batting performance can help them win even when the target is high.
The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad has seen many exciting matches in T20 cricket. The ground hosts international games as well as Indian Premier League matches. Its batting-friendly conditions have helped teams score big runs and produce some memorable performances.
The stadium has also seen some good run chases in T20Is. India have recorded two successful chases of more than 180 runs at this venue.
What is highest run chase in T20Is at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Hyderabad?
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India hold the record for the highest successful run chase in T20Is at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. The team chased down a target of 208 runs against West Indies on December 6, 2019.
West Indies scored 207/5 in their 20 overs after batting first. India then scored 209/4 in 18.4 overs to win the match by six wickets, with eight balls remaining.
Virat Kohli played a key role in the chase, scoring an unbeaten 94 off 50 balls. KL Rahul also made an important contribution, scoring 62 runs off 40 deliveries. Their knocks helped India reach the target before the end of the 19th over.
India’s 209/4 remains the highest successful T20I chase at the venue. The second-highest successful chase is also held by India, who scored 187/4 against Australia on September 25, 2022.
India reached the target in 19.5 overs and won the match by six wickets. Both results show that India have been successful while chasing big totals at the Hyderabad ground.
Highest successful T20I run chases at Hyderabad
| Team | Score | Opposition | Date |
| India | 209/4 | West Indies | Dec 6, 2019 |
| India | 187/4 | Australia | Sep 25, 2022 |
The stadium has also witnessed big scores in T20Is. India posted 297/6 against Bangladesh on October 12, 2024, recording the highest T20I total at the venue.
What is the highest successful run chase in T20Is at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Hyderabad?
India’s 209/4 against West Indies on December 6, 2019, is the highest successful run chase at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in T20I cricket.
How many runs did India chase against West Indies in Hyderabad in 2019?
India chased down a target of 208 runs, reaching 209/4 in 18.4 overs.
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