The 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup is currently underway, and it’s proving to be a thrilling tournament with records being made and broken. One such record was set by Travis Head as he made a thunderous return to the Australian side, hitting the fastest 50 of the tournament so far in just 25 balls. The excitement around this achievement has fans eagerly anticipating more explosive batting performances. Let’s take a closer look at the top 5 fastest 50s in the ODI World Cup 2023:
5. Rohit Sharma vs Afghanistan- 30 balls
Rohit Sharma ( Source: Twitter)
The ‘Hitman’ Rohit Sharma showcased his batting prowess by reaching his half-century in a mere 30 balls during India’s match against Afghanistan. But Rohit didn’t stop there; he went on to score a remarkable century in just 63 balls, setting the record for the fastest century by an Indian in Cricket World Cups.
4. David Warner vs New Zealand- 28 balls
David Warner (Source: Twitter)
Warner, alongside Travis Head, gave Australia a scintillating start in their match against New Zealand. Warner reached his half-century in just 28 balls, playing an instrumental role in Australia’s formidable total.
3. Glenn Maxwell vs Netherlands- 27 balls
Glenn Maxwell (Source: Twitter)
Maxwell’s explosive batting was on full display when he scored a blistering century against the Netherlands. In the process, he reached his 50 in a mere 27 balls, solidifying Australia’s dominance in the match and leaving a mark on the World Cup record books.
2. Kusal Mendis vs South Africa- 25 balls
Kusal Mendis (Source: Twitter)
In a clash against South Africa, Kusal Mendis made his mark by reaching his 50 in just 25 balls. His aggressive batting style and quick run-scoring added significant firepower to the Sri Lankan side.
1. Travis Head vs New Zealand- 25 balls
Travis Head (Source: Twitter)
Head, on his return to the Australian side, didn’t waste any time making an impact. Alongside David Warner, he provided Australia with a massive start against New Zealand, with both batsmen reaching their half-centuries in quick succession. What’s truly remarkable is that Head achieved his 50 in just 25 balls, which currently stands as the fastest 50 in the 2023 ODI World Cup. Not content with just a half-century, Travis Head went on to score a century, further solidifying his place in the struggling Australian Squad.
The 2023 ODI World Cup is shaping up to be a batsman’s paradise, with these remarkable performances leaving fans on the edge of their seats. As the tournament progresses, cricket enthusiasts worldwide eagerly await more exciting moments and potential new records in what promises to be an unforgettable World Cup.
