The T20 World Cup, a spectacle where cricket meets sheer entertainment, has offered cricket fans moments of pure thrill. From stunning sixes to last-ball dramas, this championship has it all. As the buzz around another edition grows louder, let’s take a nostalgic trip down memory lane and recount five unforgettable moments from past tournaments.
Top 5 T20 World Cup Moments
Cricket • 18 Aug, 2023 • 5,453 Views • ⭐ 3.0
Written by Anand Swami
Yuvraj Singh’s Six Sixes (2007)
Setting the Ground Aflame with Sixes
The inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007 saw an explosive display from India's Yuvraj Singh. Upset after a tiff with England's Andrew Flintoff, Yuvraj unleashed his fury on Stuart Broad, smashing six sixes in an over. This masterclass not only carved a permanent spot in cricketing history but also helped Yuvraj register a 12-ball fifty – the fastest in T20 internationals.
Carlos Brathwaite’s Last Over Heroics (2016)
When ‘Remember the Name’ Became Legendary
In the epic 2016 finale, the tension was palpable. England seemed poised for victory, but Carlos Brathwaite had other plans. Defying expectations, he dispatched Ben Stokes for four consecutive sixes, turning the tide in West Indies' favour. This unexpected twist elevated Brathwaite to legendary status and ensured the climax would be long remembered.
Pakistan's Triumphant Campaign (2009)
Rising From the Ashes to Glory