Lhuan-dre Pretorius Sets New T20 Record with Unbeaten 188
In a stunning display of power hitting, Lhuan-dre Pretorius has shattered Chris Gayle's long-standing T20 record by scoring 188 runs in a domestic match in South Africa.
Lhuan-dre Pretorius has made history by breaking the record for the highest individual score in a men’s T20 match. The 20-year-old South African cricketer achieved this remarkable feat during the CSA T20 Challenge held at the Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein.
Record-Breaking Innings
Pretorius scored an astonishing 188 runs off just 79 balls, leading the Titans to a formidable total of 267-3. His innings included an impressive 13 sixes and 15 fours, showcasing his explosive batting ability. This performance not only secured a dominant victory for the Titans but also eclipsed the previous record of 175 not out set by Chris Gayle in 2013 while playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore against Pune Warriors in the Indian Premier League.
Match Overview
The Titans faced the Knights, who struggled to keep pace with the Titans’ scoring. After Pretorius’s record-setting innings, the Knights were bowled out for just 143 runs in 17.2 overs, resulting in a comprehensive 124-run victory for the Titans.
Pretorius’s Journey
- Pretorius has played 17 T20 matches, along with three one-day internationals and two Test matches for South Africa.
- His strike rate during this record-breaking innings was an impressive 237.97.
- He reached his half-century in just 24 balls and accelerated to 150 runs in 58 balls, demonstrating his ability to score rapidly.
This achievement not only highlights Pretorius’s potential as a future star in cricket but also adds to the excitement surrounding the CSA T20 Challenge. As the tournament progresses, fans will be eager to see how he builds on this remarkable performance.
Source: This original report was produced by WTGO Newsroom using verified reporting from BBC Sport.