As the Indian Premier League (IPL) approaches, discussions about player performances in T20 matches are inevitable. This is mainly because the ICC T20 World Cup is scheduled immediately after the IPL season, and preparations for it are already in full swing. This edition of the tournament will be held in the West Indies and the USA, with nearly twenty teams participating for the first time.
If you were asked about the top run-scorer in T20 matches, you might pause for a moment. The reason being that cricket has seen numerous players excel in T20 cricket globally. However, here are some statistics that might astonish you.
Top Run Scorers in T20 World Cup History
At the top of the list stands Virat Kohli, whose record remains unbroken till date. Since 2012, Kohli has amassed 1141 runs in 27 matches. Following him is the former Sri Lankan captain Mahela Jayawardene, who scored 1016 runs in 31 matches between 2007 and 2014.
Coming in at the third position is the explosive batsman Chris Gayle, with 965 runs in 33 matches from 2007 to 2021.
India’s current captain Rohit Sharma maintains a solid position with 963 runs in 39 matches, securing the fourth spot.
Next up is Sri Lanka’s Tillakaratne Dilshan, who played from 2007 to 2016, accumulating 897 runs in 35 matches.
David Warner follows closely with 806 runs in 34 matches from 2009 to 2022, showcasing his consistent performances over the years.
Lastly, England’s Jos Buttler has scored 799 runs in 27 matches between 2012 and 2022, establishing himself as one of the top scorers in T20 World Cup history.
Upcoming T20 World Cup
The ICC T20 World Cup is set to commence on June 2nd, with matches being played in the West Indies and the USA. This edition promises to be exciting, with several teams undergoing transformations and various speculations surrounding the tournament.
As cricket fans gear up for the T20 World Cup, the anticipation for electrifying performances from these top run-scorers and emerging talents continues to grow.