Top 10 highest partnerships in World cup history
4. Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra – 273* runs (2nd wicket) – New Zealand vs. England
In the 2023 World Cup opener, Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra orchestrated a historic partnership, amassing an astonishing 273 runs for the second wicket, marking New Zealand’s highest partnership in World Cup history for any wicket and securing the record for the highest unbeaten partnership in Cricket World Cup history. Their masterful partnership spanned 211 deliveries, with Conway contributing an impressive 152 runs, featuring a stunning 22 boundaries, including 19 fours, while Ravindra displayed his prowess with 123 runs, punctuated by 16 boundaries, including five sixes. Their phenomenal performance led New Zealand to a resounding victory, defeating England by nine wickets with a remarkable 82 balls to spare. Chasing England’s target of 283, New Zealand achieved this victory with 13.4 overs remaining, underlining the dominance of Conway and Ravindra’s partnership, which also marked the first time two Kiwi batsmen scored centuries in a World Cup match.
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