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Most Runs in T20 Cricket: T20 cricket has always been considered a game of uncertainties and records, but some records are etched in the annals of history in golden letters. Veteran West Indies all-rounder Kieron Pollard has achieved one such monumental record. Playing in Major League Cricket (MLC) 2026, Pollard has reached a milestone in the world of T20 cricket that no one had ever attained before.
Kieron Pollard Breaks Chris Gayle's Record in T20 Cricket
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Playing for MI New York, Kieron Pollard achieved this historic feat in a match against Washington Freedom. He surpassed the long-standing record held by his compatriot and one of T20 cricket's most destructive batsmen, Chris Gayle.
Prior to this match, the record for the most runs in T20 cricket belonged to the 'Universe Boss,' Chris Gayle, who had amassed 14,562 runs. In this match, Pollard surpassed Gayle's magical figure to claim the world record. By the end of the match, Pollard had recorded 14,582 runs in his T20 career.
Kieron Pollard's Century in MLC 2026: A Masterclass Performance
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The 39-year-old Pollard not only broke the record but did so with a truly memorable innings. Dismantling the Washington Freedom bowling attack, Pollard played a blistering, unbeaten knock of 100 runs off just 56 balls.
Key Highlight: Pollard is typically viewed as a finisher who changes the course of a match in the final overs. This is precisely why this was only the second century of his long T20 career, making the record-breaking achievement even more special. His innings featured several towering sixes and crisp fours.
Highest Run Scorers in T20 Cricket History
Following this historic feat by Pollard, the list of the highest run-scorers in T20 cricket has changed. Let’s take a look at the world's top 6 run-scorers:
| Rank | Player | Innings | Total Runs | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kieron Pollard | 653 | 14,582 | 31.83 |
| 2 | Chris Gayle | 455 | 14,562 | 36.22 |
| 3 | Alex Hales | 523 | 14,449 | 29.91 |
| 4 | Jos Buttler | 481 | 14,371 | 35.05 |
| 5 | David Warner | 438 | 14,284 | 37.29 |
| 6 | Virat Kohli | 413 | 14,218 | 42.44 |
Note: Indian legend Virat Kohli ranks sixth on this list, but his average of 42.44 is the best among the top 6 players.
Conclusion: Kieron Pollard’s Legacy as the King of T20 Cricket
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The dominance Kieron Pollard established by playing in leagues across the globe (IPL, CPL, PSL, MLC) has now been fully cemented by this world record.
His vast experience spanning 653 innings and his drive to steer the team to victory in challenging situations make him an all-time great of T20 cricket.The fact that Chris Gayle's record has been broken demonstrates the constantly evolving nature of this shortest format of the game; however, surpassing the massive tally of 14,582 runs amassed by Pollard will pose a formidable challenge for future batters.
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