In the ongoing ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 clash between defending champions England and Bangladesh at the picturesque HPCA stadium in Dharamshala, English batter Dawid Malan has delivered a sensational performance, securing his maiden century in the World Cup and marking his sixth century in the ODI format overall.
The proficient left-handed batter has not only etched his name in the annals of cricket history by becoming the fastest player to amass six ODI centuries, but also became the oldest player for England to score a century in the World Cup.
The 36-year-old cricketer achieved this incredible milestone in just his 23rd ODI appearance, showcasing his extraordinary talent and consistency in the limited-overs format.
England’s batting domination
Earlier in the game, Bangladesh won the toss and opted to bowl, a decision made by their skipper, Shakib Al Hasan. On the other side, England inducted pace bowling all-rounder Reece Topley into their lineup, making a strategic change by replacing Moeen Ali.
However, Shakib’s choice to field first seemed to backfire as the English batters displayed formidable resilience against the Bangla Tigers’ bowling attack. The opening duo of Dawid Malan and Jonny Bairstow set the tone for England, forging an impressive partnership of 115 runs for the initial wicket. Bairstow’s substantial contribution ended when Shakib dismissed him after a robust knock, during which he amassed 52 runs.
Nevertheless, It was Malan who shone brightly in the game, forging a significant partnership with Joe Root, accumulating a massive 151-run alliance. Malan departed after scoring an impressive 140. The Roehampton-born cricketer’s outstanding knock undoubtedly played a pivotal role in England’s commanding position in the match.
Here’s how Twitter reacted to Dawid Malan’s blistering knock:
Great knock!!!
— Bade Hoke Cricketer Banunga (@FirstLovCricket) October 10, 2023
Hundred in India.
Hundred in Australia.
Hundred in England.
Hundred in Bangladesh.
Hundred in South Africa.
Hundred in Netherlands.6th ODI hundred for Dawid Malan from just 23 innings in ODIs, What an incredible start to his career and this hundred came in the World Cup. pic.twitter.com/Z5i5qI5shI
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) October 10, 2023
Dawid Malan’s Carnage 🔥🔥 in ODI’s continues at Dharamshala
– 100* vs Bangladesh
– 14 vs New Zealand
– 127 vs New Zealand
– 96 vs New Zealand
– 54 vs New Zealand#CWC23 #WorldCup2023 #ENGvsBAN pic.twitter.com/b3E5dcu2d6— ICT Fan (@Delphy06) October 10, 2023
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100 FOR MALAN! Since the start of 2022, Dawid Malan has scored 6 100s and 3 50s in 17 ODIs. He has also crossed 1000 runs in these 17 innings. Insane form! Jason Roy ye ECB ku, “You guys were right in selecting him” nu message poda chance irukku seeing his form. Itisprashanth… pic.twitter.com/CSlPCTdWwD
— Srini Mama (@SriniMaama16) October 10, 2023
Dawid Malan has ODI Hundreds:
– In India.
– In England.
– In Australia.
– In South Africa.
– In Bangladesh.
– In Netherlands.He is the fastest ever to score 6 ODI Hundreds in just 23 innings, he almost 65 Average – Incredible, Malan. pic.twitter.com/Y2NGf2tzts
— CricketMAN2 (@ImTanujSingh) October 10, 2023
Century for Dawid Malan.
What a fine knock! 100* (91)#ENGvsBAN #WorldCup2023 pic.twitter.com/o46drMKAHU
— Nawaz 🇵🇰 (@Rnawaz31888) October 10, 2023
Sixth ODI ton for Dawid Malan in just 23 innings 🤯👏#ENGvBAN🔥 #CWC23🏏 pic.twitter.com/XZgMghJirg
— Nauman Sarfraz (@sarfraz_nauman) October 10, 2023
100 FOR DAWID MALAN.
When this man gets going, not an easy task to stop him. Hundred off just 91 balls.
#CWC23 pic.twitter.com/Pd4tDPKV6w
— Binoy Chowdhury (@BinoyChowdhur) October 10, 2023
Remember the name: Dawid Malan #CWC23 #ENGvBAN #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/2r87LXLY44
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) October 10, 2023
Fastest Players to Six ODI hundreds (by innings).
23 – Dawid Malan
27 – Imam-ul-Haq
29 – Upul Tharanga
32 – Babar Azam#CWC23 #ENGvBAN #ENGvsBAN #DawidMalan pic.twitter.com/8NaL9znxH1— Ishan Joshi (@ishanjoshii) October 10, 2023
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#CWC #Twitter #reacts #Dawid #Malan #smashes #maiden #ODI #World #Cup #Bangladesh
