Babar Azam overtakes Virat Kohli to become the second-highest run-scorer in T20Is with 4,192 runs, trailing Rohit Sharma by just 40 runs.
Babar Azam, Pakistan’s former captain, has surpassed Indian cricket legend Virat Kohli to become the second-highest run-scorer in T20 International (T20I) cricket. This was accomplished during the third T20I versus Australia at the Bellerive Oval in Hobart.
Despite Pakistan’s seven-wicket loss, Babar Azam’s 41-run innings pushed his T20I run total to 4,192, surpassing Kohli’s 4,188 runs. Babar currently trails India’s Rohit Sharma, the format’s highest scorer with 4,231 runs, by only 40.
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, who withdrew from T20Is following India’s successful T20 World Cup 2024 campaign, have made an everlasting impression on the sport. However, Babar Azam’s continuous performances cement his place among the T20I greats. The great batter remains a key player in Pakistan’s T20I setup, hoping to lead the list.
Mohammad Rizwan, Pakistan’s current white-ball captain, is the only other Pakistani batter to be among the top ten run scorers in T20Is, indicating the country’s growing importance in the shorter format.
Top T20I Run-Scorers
- Rohit Sharma: 4,231
- Babar Azam: 4,192
- Virat Kohli: 4,188
- Paul Stirling: 3,655
The encounter, however, was a disappointment for Pakistan. Batting first, they were limited to just 117 runs, with Babar Azam scoring the most. Australia, led by Marcus Stoinis’ outstanding effort, chased down the modest mark in 11.2 overs, completing a 3-0 series sweep.
Despite the series loss, Babar Azam’s achievement remains a highlight of Pakistan cricket. With his continuing involvement in T20Is, Babar is poised to surpass Rohit Sharma and become the format’s all-time highest run-scorer.
Babar Azam’s climb in the T20I run rankings demonstrates his status as one of the most consistent and productive batsmen of the contemporary era, with cricket fans all over the world following his progress.
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