Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid created history in 1999 with the highest ODI partnership for India, dominating New Zealand with a record-breaking 331-run stand in Hyderabad.
Key Takeaways
Partnership: 331 runs for the 2nd wicket – highest ODI partnership in India’s history
Players: Sachin Tendulkar (186* off 150), Rahul Dravid (153 off 153)
Match: India vs New Zealand, Hyderabad, 1999
Result: India won by 174 runs, posting 376/2
Records: Stand was a world record in ODIs at the time
What is the highest ODI partnership in Indian cricket history?
The highest ODI partnership in Indian cricket history is a 331-run stand between Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid against New Zealand in Hyderabad in 1999. This record-breaking partnership for the second wicket helped India post a massive 376/2 and secure a dominant 174-run victory.
India Lose Their First Wicket Early
India’s innings started poorly with Sourav Ganguly dismissed for just 4. With the score at 8/1, Rahul Dravid joined Sachin Tendulkar at the crease, looking to stabilize the innings.
The Start of the Iconic Partnership
Dravid and Tendulkar quickly shifted momentum. They began timing the ball beautifully, finding boundaries with ease and building a strong foundation. The scoreboard kept ticking with elegant strokeplay and aggressive intent.
They Played Aggressive Cricket
Known for their composed batting, both players turned up the intensity. Tendulkar smashed 186 off 150 balls* with 20 fours and 3 sixes, while Dravid scored 153 off 153 balls with 15 fours and 2 sixes. Their fearless approach dismantled the New Zealand attack.
Do take a look here at Best innings of Rahul Dravid in ODI Cricket and Best innings of Sachin Tendulkar in ODI Cricket
India Register a Big Win
The duo’s 331-run stand powered India to 376/2. In reply, New Zealand were bundled out for 202, falling short by a massive 174 runs. The partnership remains one of the most iconic moments in Indian ODI history.
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