Top 5 Captains with Most Runs in T20 World Cups
Captains with Most Runs in T20 World Cups: The top five captains with the most runs in T20 World Cup history have showcased remarkable batting prowess, consistency, and leadership throughout the tournament.
5. Graeme Smith recorded 352 Runs in 16 innings
Graeme Smith, a notable leader, amassed 352 runs across 16 innings in T20 World Cups. His outstanding performance with the bat and his effective leadership made him a key figure in the competition.
4. Mahela Jayawardene marked 360 Runs in 11 innings
Sri Lanka’s former captain Mahela Jayawardene holds the fourth spot with 360 runs in 11 innings during the T20 World Cups. From 2007 to 2012, he averaged 40.00 with a strike rate of 130.90, including two half-centuries, underscoring his impact as both a batsman and a leader.
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3. Kane Williamson knocked 527 Runs in 19 innings
Kane Williamson has knocked almost 527 runs as a captain of the New Zealand side in T20 World Cups. Despite New Zealand’s early exit in the latest edition, Williamson’s performance remained consistent, with an average of 31.00 and two half-centuries over 20 matches.
2. MS Dhoni smashed 529 Runs in 29 innings
MS Dhoni, the former captain of India, accumulated 529 runs in T20 World Cups. Leading a young Indian team to victory in the inaugural ICC T20 World Cup in 2007, Dhoni went on to participate in five more editions, playing 33 matches in total and scoring the second-highest runs by a captain.
1. Babar Azam knocks 549 Runs in 17 innings surpassed Dhoni
Babar Azam tops the list with 549 runs in 17 innings, averaging 36.60. Under his captaincy, Pakistan reached the semi-finals in 2021 and were runners-up in 2022. His leadership and five half-centuries highlight his significant contribution to the team.
