Category: National Team (Men)

The recent World Record partnership of 258* between Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming and Lachlan Yamamoto-Lake has been officially recognised by Guinness World Records (TM). 

To mark the recognition, a small presentation ceremony will be conducted on Monday 6th May at the Sano International Cricket Ground at 12:30 where the players will receive their certificates.

The record is listed as the: “Highest partnership for any wicket in a T20 International (male)” was set in February in an East Asia Cup match against China. 

Key details: 

  • Guinness World Records: “Highest partnership for any wicket in a T20 International (male)” (258 runs)
  • Record Holders: Japan’s men’s national team players Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming and Lachlan Yamamoto-Lake
  • Date of Record: February 15, 2024 (Men’s East Asia Cup: Japan vs. China)
  • Location: Mission Road Cricket Ground (Hong Kong)

[Player profiles]

Kadowaki-Fleming, Kendel

  • Age: 28
  • Playing style: left-hand batter
  • Club: Chiba Sharks Cricket Club
  • First selection for Japan national team: 2022
  • Match appearances: 24
  • Total Runs to date: 950

Yamamoto-Lake, Lachlan

  • Age: 21
  • Playing style: right-hand batter
  • Club: Sano Cricket Club
  • First selection for Japan national team: 2022
  • Match appearances: 24
  • Total Runs to date: 505

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