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Babar Azam becomes the highest run-scorer in T20Is: Pakistan cricket team's experienced batsman Babar Azam has set a new record in T20 International cricket. He has become the world's first batsman to score the most runs in this format. He has surpassed former Indian captain Rohit Sharma in this achievement.

Babar Azam surpasses 'Hitman' Sharma

Rohit Sharma, known as 'Hitman', played 159 T20 International matches between 2007 and 2024, scoring 4231 runs in 151 innings at an average of 32.05. Babar Azam surpassed him by scoring an unbeaten 11 runs in the second match of the ongoing three-match T20 International series against South Africa. At the time of writing, the 31-year-old Pakistani legend now has 4234 runs in T20 International cricket.

List of Batsmen with the Most Runs in T20I Cricket

With Babar Azam's achievement, the list of batsmen with the most runs in T20 Internationals is as follows:

Rank	Player	Country	Total Runs
1	Babar Azam	Pakistan	4234
2	Rohit Sharma	India	4231
3	Virat Kohli	India	4188
4	Jos Buttler	England	3869
5	Paul Stirling	Ireland	3710
6	Martin Guptill	New Zealand	3531
7	Mohammad Rizwan	Pakistan	3414
8	David Warner	Australia	3277
9	Mohammad Wasim	UAE	3184
10	Aaron Finch	Australia	3120

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Top 5 Batsmen with the Most Runs in T20 Internationals

The performance of the top 5 highest run-scorers in T20 Internationals is truly commendable, reflecting their consistency and impact in this format:

5. Paul Stirling (3710 runs)

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Ireland's Paul Stirling has proven he also deserves a place among the top batsmen. Despite being from an Associate nation, his record highlights his long-term consistency and contribution to T20 Internationals.

4. Jos Buttler (3869 runs)

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This England wicketkeeper-batsman is considered one of the most dangerous T20 players in the world. Buttler's rapid run-scoring skills, coupled with his power-hitting and 360-degree game, have earned him a place in the top five.

3. Virat Kohli (4188 runs)

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Indian cricket's 'King Kohli' is known for his excellent average and match-winning ability. His inclusion in the top three reflects his consistency and class in T20 Internationals. He is often known for playing big innings.

2. Rohit Sharma (4231 runs)

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Hitman' Sharma held this record for a long time. His experience in 159 matches and explosive batting puts him second on this list. His ability to provide aggressive starts has always been crucial for the team.

1. Babar Azam (4234 runs)

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The Pakistan captain holds the top spot with an impressive average (39.57). His performance demonstrates his ability to score runs consistently even in this fast-paced game, including three centuries and 36 half-centuries.

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