ENG vs SA: England Makes History with Record T20I Score Against South Afric

England’s cricket team rewrote T20I history at Old Trafford, Manchester, becoming the first ICC full member nation to break the 300-run barrier in a single T20 International innings. In a high-octane second T20I match against South Africa, England’s batters put on a show for the ages, posting a colossal 304 runs for just 2 wickets in the allotted 20 overs.

Until now, no full member team had scored 300 or more in T20Is. The previous highest was India’s 297 against Bangladesh in Hyderabad in 2024. England’s performance has elevated global standards for T20 batting explosiveness and redefined what’s possible on the cricket field.

Phil Salt Delivers Record-Breaking Knock

England’s extraordinary innings was anchored by Phil Salt, who played an unforgettable, unbeaten 141 off just 60 balls. Salt’s inning included a remarkable 15 boundaries and 8 sixes, making him the first English player to score the fastest T20I century in just 38 balls. He partnered with Jos Buttler (83 runs), adding 126 for the first wicket. Jacob Bethell contributed 26 runs and Harry Brook remained unbeaten on 41, rounding out an exceptional team effort. South Africa’s Bjorn Fortuin picked up both the wickets to fall.

Top 5 ICC Full Member T20I Scores

Score	Team	Opponent	Venue	Year
304/2	England	South Africa	Manchester	2025
297/6	India	Bangladesh	Hyderabad	2024
283/1	India	South Africa	Johannesburg	2024
278/3	Afghanistan	Ireland	Dehradun	2019
267/3	England	West Indies	Tarouba	2023

England Clinches Victory By 146 Runs

South Africa, after winning the toss and opting to bowl, found themselves on the wrong side of history as England racked up their record total. Chasing a daunting target of 305, the Proteas faltered quickly and were bowled out for just 158 in 16.1 overs. The loss by 146 runs stands as one of South Africa’s biggest-ever defeats by margin in T20I cricket.

England’s dominant batting display and Phil Salt’s milestone innings have set a new benchmark in T20I cricket, thrilling fans and reaffirming their reputation as trailblazers in the format. This landmark victory will be remembered as a turning point in T20 history.

                                               

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