Babar Azam’s cricket journey has been anything but smooth sailing. Amid captaincy controversies and comebacks, one thing remains constant: his ability to score runs. Currently ranked 4th in T20I run scorers, Babar is closing in on Virat Kohli’s top spot, with just 339 runs to bridge the gap.
A Run for the Record: Babar Azam finds himself on the brink of cricket history, with a golden opportunity to surpass Virat Kohli’s T20I run tally. Kohli leads with 4037 runs, while Babar stands at 3698 runs, tantalizingly close to the summit. With Pakistan scheduled to play a flurry of T20Is before the 2024 World Cup, Babar’s quest for the top spot intensifies.
Upcoming T20 Showdowns: Pakistan’s action-packed schedule offers Babar ample chances to eclipse Kohli’s record. Kicking off with a series against a depleted New Zealand side, followed by clashes against Ireland and England, Babar aims to rack up the runs before the World Cup showdown. With New Zealand and England missing key players due to IPL commitments, the stage is set for Babar to shine.
Top T20I Run Scorers:
- Virat Kohli: 4037 runs
- Rohit Sharma: 3974 runs
- Babar Azam: 3698 runs
- Martin Guptill: 3531 runs
- Paul Stirling: 3491 runs
