Josh Inglis smashed the fastest century in his country’s T20 International history as the visitors chased an unassailable 2-0 lead in the Scotland vs Australia series in Edinburgh on Friday.
Wicketkeeper batter Inglis reached the total off 43 deliveries – four balls quicker than the record set by Aaron Finch in 2013 and equalled by Inglis during his only previous T20I century, against India in November 2023.
The 29-year-old passed 100 with two sixes against Scotland before being caught by Richie Berrington off Chris Sole’s delivery for 103.
Australia set the hosts a target of 197 to restore parity, having won the opener between the sides by seven wickets.
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Josh Inglis stats
Inglis’ landmark inflicted more pain on Scotland a day after Travis Head had set the record for the fastest 50, requiring only 17 balls.
Leeds-born Inglis reached 50 in 20 balls during his spectacular innings in overcast conditions at The Grange Club.
Scotland were also on the receiving end of Australia’s third-fastest T20I 50 at the same setting in July 2022.
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On that occasion, Michael Bracewell profited from a dropped catch by Berrington to reach his half-century off 22 balls.
Bracewell finished unbeaten on 61 as Australia thrashed Scotland by 102 runs, although they failed to reach the knockout stage of the World Cup on home soil later that year.
Scotland vs Australia score
Australia’s commanding position improved as Scotland lost their first three wickets for 44 runs.
Michael Jones lasted three balls before being caught by Inglis for one, while Berrington made five and George Munsey hit 19 off nine balls each to leave their side in a precarious position after 5.5 overs.
