A format, which is often known for explosive batting, rapid scoring rates, and breathtaking stroke play, players often score half-centuries in under 30 balls. But a slow-paced fifty can stand out just as much as a blistering one. Over the years, there have been a few unusual knocks that recorded the slowest 50 by balls faced in T20 World Cup history, highlighting moments when survival, pitch conditions, or match pressure took priority over aggression and the pressure moments.
In this article, we will take a closer look at the slowest fifties in T20 World Cup history, analyzing the innings where batters consumed the most deliveries to reach the 50-run mark. Whether it came due to tricky surfaces, disciplined bowling attacks, or high-stakes encounters, these innings tell a different story of T20 cricket — one where patience and resilience briefly overshadowed power-hitting.
3 Players with slowest 50s in T20 World Cup in history
- Mohammad Rizwan’s 50 off 52 deliveries in T20 World Cup 2024
Veteran Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Rizwan tops the list of players to reach to 50-run mark off 52 balls. The wicketkeeper-batter etched this unwanted record during Pakistan’s group stage fixture against Canada in T20 World Cup 2024 in New York.
- Mohammad Nadeem’s 50 off 52 deliveries in T20 World Cup 2026
Md Rizwan is joined by Oman’s Mohammad Nadeem, who also scored 50 off 52 deliveries in the 2026 T20 World Cup. The moment took place when Oman faced Sri Lanka in Pallekele. Moreover, with his knock, Nadeem also became the oldest batter to score 50-plus score in T20 World Cup match, surpassing Sanath Jayasuriya.
- David Miller’s 50 off 50 balls in T20 World Cup 2024
During the 2024 T20 World Cup, South Africa’s David Miller scored 50 off as many deliveries in their group stage match against Netherlands. This is the third slowest 50 in the tournament history.
List of slowest 50 by balls in T20 World Cup history
| Player | Team | Opposition | Balls faced | World Cup Edition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammad Rizwan | Pakistan | Canada | 52 | 2024 | New York |
| Mohammad Nadeem | Oman | Sri Lanka | 52 | 2026 | Pallekele |
| David Miller | South Africa | Netherlands | 50 | 2024 | New York |
| Devon Smith | West Indies | Bangladesh | 49 | 2007 | Joburg |
| David Hussey | Australia | England | 49 | 2010 | Bridgetown |
| Suryakumar Yadav | India | USA | 49 | 2024 | New York |
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