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Highest Score at No. 5 or Lower in T20Is for India: Ishan Kishan now holds the record for the highest individual score by an Indian batter at number 5 or lower in T20 International (T20I) cricket. He created history with a spectacular innings on the Asian Games stage.
Asian Games 2026 Semi-Final: Ishan Kishan's Heroics Against Sri Lanka
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On October 1, 2026, during the Asian Games semi-final against Sri Lanka, Ishan Kishan played a historic unbeaten innings of 80 runs off just 46 balls featuring 4 fours and 5 sixes while batting at number 5. Played during a challenging situation, this innings not only steadied the Indian team but also added a new chapter to the record books.
Ishan Kishan Breaks Manish Pandey's 8-Year-Old Historic Record
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During this innings, Ishan Kishan added a new chapter to the record books. He has become the highest individual scorer for India while batting at number 5 or lower in T20Is.
With this innings, he surpassed the 8-year-old record held by Manish Pandey, who had scored an unbeaten 79 against South Africa (at Centurion) in 2018.
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Highest T20I Scores for India in Lower-Middle Order (No. 5 or Lower)
Here is the list of the best individual scores for India at each batting position in the lower-middle order (number 5 or lower):
| Batting Position | Batter | Best Score | Vs / Event |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number 5 | Ishan Kishan | 80 runs* | Sri Lanka (Asian Games, 2026) |
| Number 6 | Rinku Singh | 69 runs* | South Africa / T20I |
| Number 7 | Axar Patel | 65 runs | T20I |
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