Sanju Samson moved to the top of the list of the highest individual scores in a T20 World Cup final with a scintillating knock that mattered for the outcome of the match. Sunday at 10: 45 a. m. ET — the shift altered the record book for the tournament and reset the benchmark for finals, including the highest t20 score in a final.
Highest T20 Score: Sanju Samson Tops Final’s Individual List
Samson, the opener, scored a third-consecutive half century in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final against New Zealand in Ahmedabad, delivering the performance that pushed him onto the top of the finals list. His innings came at Narendra Modi Stadium and was described in the match coverage as a scintillating knock that broke through previous final marks.
Marlon Samuels’ Unbeaten 85 Was Previous Final Record
Before Samson’s innings, the highest individual score in a T20 World Cup final was Marlon Samuels’ unbeaten 85 against England in 2016. Samuels’ 85 had stood as the finals benchmark until Samson’s performance changed that standing, moving the historical top mark for final matches.
Virat Kohli’s 77 in the 2014 Final Remains India’s Best Final Score
For India, Virat Kohli’s 77 in the 2014 final against Sri Lanka was the previous national best in a World Cup final. Kohli’s 77 remains cited as India’s top individual final score prior to Samson’s entry into the top of the list.
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