Aiden Markram Feels His Record Of Fastest ODI World Cup Ton Could Get Surpassed
With an astounding strike rate of 196, Markram scored 106 runs from 54 balls during his blazing innings, which included three sixes and fourteen fours.
South African batsman Aiden Markram believes he may break his own record for the fastest century in the Men's Cricket World Cup in the remaining games of the 2023 competition. He explained this idea by pointing to the aggressive play that batsmen in contemporary cricket are displaying.
Markram's astounding feat was reaching his century in just 49 deliveries, making it the fastest century in Men's Cricket World Cup history. This incredible achievement beat the previous record, which was held by Kevin O'Brien of Ireland, who in 2011 against England scored the fastest century in the CWC in 50 deliveries.
With an astounding strike rate of 196, Markram scored 106 runs from 54 balls during his blazing innings, which included three sixes and fourteen fours. The aggressive mentality of modern-day batsmen is highlighted by the fact that, despite his record-breaking performance, he is open to the possibility that another player will surpass him during the ongoing tournament.
"I don't know, but with the way hitters are playing these days, it wouldn't surprise me if this competition also saw the breaking of that record. Therefore, it's good for us to be able to shift gears together," Markram was cited by ESPNcricinfo.
The middle-order batter went on to say that during the previous few years, his batting abilities had significantly improved.
"Yeah, I think you do try to evolve as a batter and it's weird when you bump your head a few times, maybe exploring options that are not your plan A and are not necessarily your strengths." "Markram said."
"However, you attempt to explore them in the nets, occasionally gaining confidence from it, and if it fails, you attempt to bring it out in the game. After returning home, you ask yourself, 'Why am I doing that instead of sticking to my strengths?'"
But in the end, that's the main point. As a batter, you have options, and each batter's selections will differ significantly. However, it's about firmly endorsing and supporting those choices. And that's great if it works out. However, if it fails, at least you'll be able to rest easier at night knowing that you adhered to your advantages and your talents," he continued.
With the help of Markram's quickest century, South Africa crushed Sri Lanka in the Delhi run-fest on Saturday, amassing an incredible 428/5 to break the previous record for the highest-ever Men's World Cup total of 417/6 established by Australia against Afghanistan in Perth in 2015.
After a valiant attempt to reach such a massive score, Sri Lanka was eventually bowled out for 326 after 44.5 overs, making this the highest-scoring match in Cricket World Cup history.