By Akanksha - Jul 14, 2025 01:18 AM
T20 cricket continues to redefine modern-day cricket with its thrilling pace, big-hitting fireworks, and ever-evolving strategies. In 2025, the format has become even more dynamic, with players adapting to aggressive strike rates, unconventional shots, and high-pressure chases. At the heart of this evolution are the batsmen who dominate world cricket with consistency, innovation, and sheer class.
Here’s a detailed ranking of the Top 10 Best Batsmen in the World in T20 in 2025, based on their latest ICC rankings, individual performances, and match-defining contributions across bilateral series, leagues, and ICC tournaments.
Gurbaz is the definition of controlled chaos. Opening for Afghanistan, he sets the tone with fearless aggression. His innings of 77 off 32 vs Ireland and 92 off 41 vs Zimbabwe in the 2024 season were jaw-dropping.
He’s also had stints in BBL and PSL, gaining valuable exposure to various bowling attacks. At just 23, his potential is enormous, and his current form keeps him in the global top 10.
Nissanka might not grab headlines like others on this list, but his numbers speak volumes. A compact player with great temperament, he has anchored many Lankan innings, especially in pressure games. In 2024, he scored three fifties in five games against South Africa and Zimbabwe.
As Sri Lanka rebuilds its T20 core, Nissanka is proving to be the foundation they can rely on.
Jaiswal combines raw aggression with elegant stroke play. His fearless approach in the powerplay often gives India the ideal start. The southpaw’s 2025 season included knocks like a 48-ball 89 vs West Indies and a 102 against Bangladesh, establishing his credentials as one of the world's top T20 batters.
His high strike rate and the ability to dominate both pace and spin make him India’s future in the format.
Jos Buttler’s role as England's T20 captain hasn’t hindered his batting flair. He remains a dynamic top-order batter capable of launching assaults or anchoring innings. His record 64 off 28 against South Africa in a rain-shortened game was pure carnage.
Even in the 2024 IPL and Hundred, Buttler scored consistently, proving his white-ball supremacy is far from fading.
Rizwan’s game revolves around compact technique, sublime timing, and sheer mental toughness. He may not be the flashiest batter, but his ability to rotate strike and anchor long innings is unmatched. His average of over 43 in T20Is is among the best in the world.
His partnership with Babar continues to anchor Pakistan’s batting, and Rizwan’s fitness and form in 2024-25 have shown no signs of slowing.
Babar Azam remains the pillar of Pakistan’s T20 batting lineup. While he may not possess the explosive strike rate of some peers, his consistency, shot selection, and ability to pace an innings make him indispensable. In 2025, his 71 off 48 against New Zealand and a crucial 65 in the Super 12 stage of the World Cup reiterated his value.
He’s also the only player on this list with 30+ T20I fifties, a testament to his sustained excellence.
When it comes to innovation, flair, and fearless hitting, no one matches Suryakumar Yadav. From scoops behind the keeper to no-look sixes over cover, Surya redefined T20 aesthetics. Although his 2024 season was slightly quieter, he still averages 34+ and continues to maintain a strike rate above 170 — which is absurdly elite.
His innings of 112 off 49 vs South Africa in the T20I decider at Delhi remains one of the most audacious innings in recent memory.
Tilak Varma's meteoric rise in the Indian setup has been a revelation. With his elegant timing, fearless intent, and clever strike rotation, Tilak has bridged the gap between flamboyance and maturity. His 2024 T20 World Cup campaign was crucial in India reaching the semi-finals, especially his 58* against Australia on a tricky pitch in Guyana.
Still in his early 20s, Tilak is being moulded into India’s next T20 anchor-finisher hybrid, and his high average and excellent strike rate validate his value.
Phil Salt’s explosive style mirrors the modern T20 ideology: go hard or go home. With fearless striking and calculated aggression, Salt has become England's top-order weapon. In 2024, he recorded a stunning 109* off 50 balls vs South Africa and a match-winning 73 against India in Ahmedabad.
His ability to clear the ropes from ball one makes him a game-changer. As England rebuilds its white-ball team post the Morgan-Buttler era, Salt has firmly established himself as the cornerstone of their batting unit.
Travis Head has evolved from a dependable middle-order player to the most devastating opener in T20Is. His brutal powerplay striking, combined with fearless intent, has made him the nightmare of every bowling unit. Whether it’s smashing 89 off 38 against India or a calm chase in the 2024 T20 World Cup, Head has delivered under pressure.
His adaptability to various conditions, especially in subcontinent pitches, sets him apart. The numbers prove his value, averaging over 36 with a strike rate above 150 in T20Is is elite.
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