The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup has witnessed many high-scoring matches. But, sometimes, the game doesn’t go as planned, and teams end up with very low scores. In T20 cricket, even a small total can be challenging to chase, but these scores are often remembered as some of the lowest in history. Here’s a look at the ten lowest totals in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup history.
10. Scotland – 60 Runs vs Afghanistan
On October 25, 2021, Scotland faced Afghanistan in Sharjah. Scotland’s batting lineup struggled to face the Afghan bowlers. As a result, they managed to score only 60 runs in just 10.2 overs. The run rate for Scotland was 5.80, as they couldn’t handle the pressure from the Afghan bowlers.
9. New Zealand – 60 Runs vs Sri Lanka
On March 31, 2014, New Zealand faced Sri Lanka in Chattogram. Despite having a strong batting lineup, New Zealand found it difficult to score runs. They were bowled out for just 60 runs in 15.3 overs. Their run rate in that match was 3.87, which shows how Sri Lankan bowlers controlled the game.
8. Uganda – 58 Runs vs Afghanistan
On June 3, 2024, Uganda played against Afghanistan in Providence. The Ugandan batsmen had a hard time against the Afghan bowling attack, managing only 58 runs in 16 overs. Their run rate was 3.62, reflecting their struggle throughout the innings.
7. Afghanistan – 56 Runs vs South Africa
Afghanistan faced South Africa on June 26, 2024, in Tarouba. Afghanistan’s batting lineup failed to perform, getting bowled out for just 56 runs in 11.5 overs. They had a run rate of 4.73, as South African bowlers dominated the game.
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6. West Indies – 55 Runs vs England
On October 23, 2021, in Dubai, West Indies faced a challenging game against England. Their batting lineup crumbled, and they managed to score only 55 runs in 14.2 overs. With a run rate of 3.83, West Indies faced a crushing defeat.
5. Oman – 47 Runs vs England
Oman took on England in North Sound on June 13, 2024. The Oman team couldn’t handle the English bowling attack and got all out for just 47 runs in 13.2 overs. Their run rate was 3.52, showing their struggle against England’s bowling lineup.
4. Netherlands – 44 Runs vs Sri Lanka
On October 22, 2021, the Netherlands faced Sri Lanka in Sharjah. The Dutch batsmen could not withstand Sri Lanka’s bowling, as they were bowled out for just 44 runs in 10 overs. Their run rate of 4.40 reflects how quickly they lost their wickets.
3. Uganda – 40 Runs vs New Zealand
On June 14, 2024, Uganda went up against New Zealand in Tarouba. Uganda’s batting lineup struggled immensely and managed to score only 40 runs in 18.4 overs. Their run rate was 2.14, as New Zealand’s bowlers completely dominated the match.
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2. Netherlands – 39 Runs vs Sri Lanka
On March 24, 2014, the Netherlands faced Sri Lanka in Chattogram. The Dutch team could not handle the pressure from Sri Lankan bowlers and got bowled out for just 39 runs in 10.3 overs. Their run rate was 3.71, making it one of the lowest totals in the T20 World Cup.
1. Uganda – 39 Runs vs West Indies
The lowest total in the history of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup belongs to Uganda. On June 8, 2024, they scored just 39 runs against West Indies in Providence. Uganda’s batting order collapsed, and they were bowled out in just 12 overs with a run rate of 3.25. This match became a historic moment as Uganda recorded the lowest total ever in the T20 World Cup.
Table: Lowest Totals for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup
| Rank | Team | Runs | Opponent | Date | Overs | Run Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Uganda | 39 | West Indies | June 8, 2024 | 12.0 | 3.25 |
| 2 | Netherlands | 39 | Sri Lanka | March 24, 2014 | 10.3 | 3.71 |
| 3 | Uganda | 40 | New Zealand | June 14, 2024 | 18.4 | 2.14 |
| 4 | Netherlands | 44 | Sri Lanka | October 22, 2021 | 10.0 | 4.40 |
| 5 | Oman | 47 | England | June 13, 2024 | 13.2 | 3.52 |
| 6 | West Indies | 55 | England | October 23, 2021 | 14.2 | 3.83 |
| 7 | Afghanistan | 56 | South Africa | June 26, 2024 | 11.5 | 4.73 |
| 8 | Uganda | 58 | Afghanistan | June 3, 2024 | 16.0 | 3.62 |
| 9 | New Zealand | 60 | Sri Lanka | March 31, 2014 | 15.3 | 3.87 |
| 10 | Scotland | 60 | Afghanistan | October 25, 2021 | 10.2 | 5.80 |
