In a thrilling turn of events, Pakistan cricket captain Babar Azam surpassed India's Virat Kohli as the leading run scorer in T20 Internationals. With a total of 4067 runs from 113 innings, Babar climbed to the top of the all-time tally, followed closely by Kohli and Rohit Sharma. As India faces Pakistan in their upcoming match, all eyes will be on these three players to see who comes out on top. Despite a valiant effort by USA's bowlers, Babar's standout performance of 44 runs helped Pakistan secure a win in their opening T20 World Cup match. Stay tuned for more updates and live scores from the T20 World Cup.
Babar Azam Breaks Virat Kohli's T20I Record, Leads Run-Scoring Chart
In a groundbreaking development in the cricketing world, Pakistan's Babar Azam has surpassed India's Virat Kohli as the leading run-scorer in Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is). With an impressive total of 4067 runs from 113 innings, Babar has ascended to the top of the all-time tally.
This achievement is a testament to Babar's exceptional batting skills and consistent performance in the shortest format of the game. He is known for his elegant strokeplay, timing, and ability to adapt to different match situations.
Kohli, who previously held the record, remains just behind Babar with 4008 runs. Rohit Sharma of India is third on the list with 3853 runs.
Pakistan Secures Victory in T20 World Cup Opener
In the ongoing T20 World Cup, Pakistan began their campaign with a resounding win against the United States of America (USA) by 44 runs. Babar played a pivotal role in the victory, scoring 44 runs off just 29 balls.
Despite a valiant effort from the USA bowlers, Pakistan's batting lineup proved too strong. Mohammad Rizwan (33) and Shadab Khan (27) also made valuable contributions.
Top 5 FAQs
1. When did Babar Azam overtake Virat Kohli as the leading run-scorer in T20Is?
Answer: Babar Azam surpassed Virat Kohli on September 11, 2023, during Pakistan's T20 World Cup match against the Netherlands.
2. How many runs does Babar Azam have in T20Is?
Answer: As of September 12, 2023, Babar Azam has scored a total of 4067 runs in T20Is.
3. Who is the top wicket-taker in T20Is?
Answer: Lasith Malinga of Sri Lanka holds the record for the most wickets in T20Is, with 107 dismissals.
4. Which team has won the most T20 World Cups?
Answer: West Indies has won the T20 World Cup the most times, with two titles (2012 and 2016).
5. Who was the first player to score a century in a T20I match?
Answer: Chris Gayle of the West Indies became the first player to score a century in a T20I match in 2007.
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