3 record-breaking partnerships in T20 World Cup history

Partnerships are often remembered in ODIs and Tests, where long stands are seen as the backbone of big totals and match-winning efforts. However, over the years, T20 cricket, especially the T20 World Cup, has also witnessed some strong partnerships.

While the format demands quick scoring, there have been occasions when batters have come together and stitched match-winning stands. These record-breaking partnerships have not only stabilised the innings but have also been important in winning tournaments.

Here are the 3 record-breaking partnerships in T20 World Cup history

3. Kumar Sangakkara-Mahela Jayawardene (166 Runs)

Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene are often remembered as one of the finest batting duos in ODI and Test cricket, but their performance in T20 cricket was also brilliant whenever they took the field together. 

During the 2010 ICC T20 World Cup against the West Indies at Bridgetown, Sangakkara and Jayawardene stitched together a 166-run partnership for the second wicket, third on the list of the highest in T20 World Cup history. Jayawardene remained unbeaten on 98 off 56 balls. Sangakkara played the perfect supporting role with a 68 off 49. Their partnership guided Sri Lanka to 195/3 and eventually helped them to win the game by 57 runs.