**Highest Partnerships for Sri Lanka in T20Is**
*By Gaurav Tripathi | Sep 27, 2025, 11:25 AM*
Sri Lankan cricketers Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Perera recently set a new record for the highest partnership in T20 Asia Cup history. The duo added an impressive 127 runs off just 70 balls for the second wicket against India on September 26 in Dubai. Their remarkable performance came during a challenging chase of 203 runs.
On this note, let’s take a look at the highest partnerships for Sri Lanka in T20 International (T20I) history.
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### #3: 127 Runs – Nissanka & Perera vs India, 2025
The 127-run stand between Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Perera during the 2025 T20 Asia Cup takes the third spot on this list. Perera joined Nissanka in the middle after Sri Lanka lost opener Kusal Mendis for a golden duck early in the chase.
Nissanka played a blistering innings, scoring 107 runs off just 58 balls, while Perera contributed an aggressive 58 off only 32 deliveries. Despite their heroic efforts to take Sri Lanka close to victory, the game ended in a tie and India eventually prevailed in the Super Over.
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### #2: 145 Runs – Dilshan & Jayawardene vs England, 2014
The second-highest partnership for Sri Lanka in T20Is is held by Tillakaratne Dilshan and Mahela Jayawardene. This 145-run partnership occurred during the 2014 T20 World Cup match against England in Chattogram.
Dilshan came in at number three following an early departure of Kusal Perera. Jayawardene dominated the partnership, scoring 89 runs off 51 balls, while Dilshan added 55 runs from 47 balls, appearing a bit rusty. Their stand powered Sri Lanka to a competitive total of 189/4, but England managed to chase it down eventually.
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### #1: 166 Runs – Jayawardene & Sangakkara vs West Indies, 2010
The highest partnership for Sri Lanka in T20Is is the legendary 166-run stand between Mahela Jayawardene and Kumar Sangakkara. This memorable partnership came during the 2010 T20 World Cup match against the West Indies in Bridgetown.
Opening the innings, Jayawardene showcased a brilliant batting exhibition, remaining unbeaten on 98 off 56 balls. Sangakkara supported him well with 68 runs off 49 balls. Together, they guided Sri Lanka to a formidable total of 195/3, leading to a comprehensive 57-run victory.
This partnership also ranks as the third-highest in T20 World Cup history.
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These record partnerships highlight Sri Lanka’s rich batting talent and their ability to build strong stands under pressure in the shortest format of the game.
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