Leading Run-Scorers in ICC Champions Trophy History
The ICC Champions Trophy is one of the most important tournaments in One-Day International (ODI) cricket. Since it started, it has gained a lot of popularity, bringing together talented cricketers from different countries to compete for the Title. Over the years, this tournament has allowed many players to shine, showing off their batting skills and ability to handle pressure. Let’s look at Top 5 Players with Most Runs in Champions Trophy.
Several players have made their mark in the Champions Trophy by consistently scoring high runs, leading their teams to success, and thrilling cricket fans worldwide. So, let’s examine the top five run-scorers in the ICC Champions Trophy.
Most Runs in Champions Trophy: Top 5 Players
5: Sourav Ganguly- 665
Former Indian cricketer and commentator Sourav Ganguly scored 665 runs in 11 innings, with a highest score of 141 not out. He captained the Indian team in the Champions Trophy in 2000 and 2002. Under his leadership, India won the Champions Trophy in 2000.
4: Kumar Sangakkara- 683
Former Sri Lankan captain and wicketkeeper Kumar Sangakkara scored 683 runs in 21 innings. He was part of the teams that won the 2002 Champions Trophy and the 2014 T20 World Cup, making him the fourth-highest run-scorer in the tournament’s history.
3: Shikhar Dhawan- 701
Former Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan, also known as “Gabbar,” scored 701 runs in 10 innings of the Champions Trophy. His impressive performance earned him the title of “Player of the Tournament” in the ICC Champions Trophy 2013. Dhawan’s best score in the tournament is 125 runs.
2: Mahela Jayawardene- 742
Former captain Mahela Jayawardene was part of the Sri Lankan team that won the ICC Champions Trophy in 2002. He scored 742 runs in 21 innings, making him the second-highest run-scorer in the Champions Trophy. His best score in the Champions Trophy is 84 not out.
1: Chris Gayle- 791
The former West Indies cricketer Chris Gayle, known as the “Universe Boss,” played a crucial role in the team’s victory at the 2004 ICC Champions Trophy. He scored 791 runs in 17 innings, becoming the player with the most runs in the tournament’s history. Gayle’s best score in the ICC Champions Trophy is 133 not out.
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