Who scored fastest 250 in test
The milestone of scoring the fastest 250 in Test cricket is an elite achievement, a record held by none other than Ben Stokes, England’s fiery all-rounder. On January 3, 2016, against South Africa at Cape Town, he achieved this feat in just 196 balls.
The Memorable Match
On that memorable day, England batted first and scored 629 for six declared thanks to sensational batting from Stokes who scored an incredible 258 off just 198 balls. The all-rounder dominated the partnership with Jonny Bairstow for the sixth wicket, which yielded 399 runs – a world-record. His strike rate was an astounding 130.30!
Stokes didn’t just eclipse previous records; he shattered them. Prior to him grabbing hold of this prestigious achievement, Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag held the ubiquitous record of reaching the double-century landmark twice (off 194 balls).
Beyond Statistical Brilliance: A Gripping Narrative
But numbers alone fail to capture completely the quality of Stokes’ innings or its place within English cricket folklore. He had come into bat when England were wavering somewhat precariously on Day One on 167/5. Upon his arrival, the fielding South Africans might have sensed quick inroads into their opponent’s vulnerable lower order.
In short order, however, it became evident that Stokes had very different plans charted out. He ensued on a blistering run-scoring spree showing no signs of stress or strain as he eviscerated one bowler after another.
Aggression Unleashed:
Right from his initial overs, Stokes’ ruthless aggression was palpable – and infectious too! Jonny Bairstow caught onto it well at the other end and settled into a healthy rhythm himself. Their partnership meant the South African onslaught was checked in its tracks.
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Surviving the Odds:
Stokes came into his elements after he crossed his half-century mark and thereupon appeared an altogether different version of himself. He resisted a legitimate threat from Morne Morkel, who had rattled him with some short-pitched deliveries first-up. Stokes presided over two six-hitting spells; one before lunch, the other after it.
The Aftermath: Standout Records
The Englishman’s remarkable innings translated into numerous records. Some key notable ones being:
– Fastest Test 250 off 196 balls.
– The second-fastest double hundred recorded in Test history (163 balls).
– A world record sixth-wicket partnership (399 runs) alongside Jonny Bairstow.
Word of such audacious batting spread quickly around cricketing circles worldwide with contemporaries as well as former greats lauding Stokes’ momentous accomplishment.
Eulogised by Experts & Supporters:
Renowned commentators Nasser Hussain and Mike Atherton spoke highly of how comprehensively Stokes took part bowlers apart that day. The fans too were left hailing such sheer brutality presented with precise timing and strength.
Stokes crafted not just an elite career landmark that January afternoon but served up arguably one of the most riveting Ashtonishing displays of brute force, fearlessness, and sophisticated craftsmanship likely to be witnessed ever on a cricket field.
Ultimately, Stokes’ record-breaking performance embodies the spirit of modern-day test cricketers – fearless, innovative, versatile. His ability to push boundaries consistently time and again solidifies his reputation for being one of cricket’s most potent all-rounders at present. It might seem like an anomaly amidst longer drawn-out battles predominantly observed in this arduous format – or perhaps – Ben Stokes is defining what could become an acceptable norm eventually!
