Babar breaks Kohli’s record as he becomes second highest run scorer in T201
Babar Azam Surpasses Virat Kohli in T20I Runs, Eyes Top Spot
Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam has climbed to second place on the all-time leading run-scorer list in men’s T20 Internationals (T20Is), overtaking India’s Virat Kohli. The milestone came during the third T20I against Australia at Bellerive Oval, where Babar scored 41 runs.
Despite this achievement, Pakistan suffered a 3-0 series loss to Australia.
Top T20I Run-Scorers:
- Rohit Sharma (India) – 4,231 runs
- Babar Azam (Pakistan) – 4,192 runs
- Virat Kohli (India) – 4,188 runs
Babar is now only 40 runs behind Rohit Sharma and could soon become the all-time leading T20I run-scorer. This marks a significant achievement for the Pakistani batter, particularly as both Rohit and Kohli have retired from T20Is following India’s triumph in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024.
Babar Azam’s Recent Form
- Babar’s recent performances have been mixed, with a lean patch preceding his record-breaking knock:
- Scored only 80 runs in the preceding three-match ODI series.
- Managed just 3 runs in each of the first two T20Is against Australia.
Despite stepping down as Pakistan’s white-ball captain before the Australia tour, Babar remains a key figure in the team, alongside fellow top-10 T20I run-scorer and current captain, Mohammad Rizwan.
Context of the Record
- Consistency in T20Is: Babar has built his career on exceptional consistency, averaging over 40 in T20Is.
- Age Advantage: At just 29, he has time to extend his lead at the top once he surpasses Sharma.
- Leadership Shift: With a reduced captaincy burden, Babar may focus more on his batting, enhancing his chances of dominating the record books.
Looking Ahead
Babar Azam’s rise underscores his legacy as one of the finest T20 batters in cricket history. With his eyes set on the top spot, cricket fans eagerly await his next match to witness him etching his name further into the record books.
