ICC Men’s T20 World Cup has always witnessed record-breaking history and edge-of-the-seat contests. Amongst such records that are a part of that feat is one of the most significant margins of victories in terms of runs. This achievement demonstrates a team’s supremacy in bowling and batting, demonstrating their capacity to perform well in every facet of the game. The most significant win margin records in T20 World Cup history are examined here.
| Margin | Winning Team | Score | Opponent | Score |
| 172 runs | Sri Lanka | 260/6 | Kenya | 88 |
| 134 runs | West Indies | 173/5 | Uganda | 39 |
| 130 runs | South Africa | 211/5 | Scotland | 81 |
| Afghanistan | 190/4 | 60 | ||
| 125 runs | 183/5 | Uganda | 58 |
Kenya vs. Sri Lanka (172 runs)
Sri Lanka achieved a fantastic record at the first T20 World Cup in 2007 when they defeated Kenya by an overwhelming 172 runs at Johannesburg’s Wanderers Stadium. Sanath Jayasuriya and Mahela Jayawardene were seen in a superb batting display as Sri Lanka, batting first, scored 260/6. Kenya responded by giving way under strain and not coming closer to 88 runs on board. To enjoy the historic triumph, Sri Lanka’s bowling attack, under Lasith Malinga’s leadership, capitalized on Kenya’s weaknesses.
Uganda vs. West Indies (134 runs)
The West Indies defeated Uganda in a decisive match at Providence Stadium in Georgetown, Guyana, in the 2024 tournament, showcasing their T20 skills. Nicholas Pooran and Shimron Hetmyer spearheaded the Caribbean team’s impressive 173/5 record. Uganda failed to handle the pace and spin of the West Indies bowling attack as they collapsed for just 39 runs. This is a 134-run victory under the game’s shortest format for the West Indies.
Scotland vs. South Africa (130 runs)
South Africa won by 130 runs over Scotland in the T20 World Cup 2009. It was one of the biggest successes in the history of the tournament. Battering at The Oval in London, an outstanding performance by AB de Villiers and Graeme Smith proved that South Africa had the heavy artillery to deliver big: 211/5 was their impressive score. On the other hand, Scotland could manage only 81 runs while chasing the target. Dale Steyn’s blazing spells left their batting order in shambles and showed the all-around play of the Proteas.
Scotland vs. Afghanistan (130 runs)
It has been a fair competition in Dubai, but the excellent work done by the Afghan team in T20 in Sharjah in the 2021 T20 World Cup left a significant mark; a perfect example is their 130-run victory over Scotland. With a brilliant knock from Najibullah Zadran, Afghanistan set an uphill task of 190/4. Scotland collapsed for just 60 runs as a well-organized Afghan bowling assault overpowered them. Afghanistan’s standing as a strong T20 team was cemented as Rashid Khan and Mujeeb Ur Rahman spun their way to victory.
Uganda vs. West Indies (125 runs)
During the 2024 T20 World Cup, the West Indies once more thrashed Uganda by winning it by 125 runs. The bowlers of the West Indies set a target of 183/5 with the help of an aggressive performance by Brandon King and once again destroyed the batting order of Uganda, which was dismissed for just 58 runs. This win demonstrated how efficient the West Indies were in T20 cricket and showed that there had been a class gap between both teams.
It’s no wonder, then, that the record for the largest margins of victory in the history of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup should stand out as a testament to the unmatched superiority of some of the world’s greatest cricket teams. Such matches would always find a place in the tournament’s history, be it because of bowling brilliance that helps them through or explosive batting by its players. Match-stirring action is expected from T20 fans as the game keeps getting wide margins of victories.
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