Most Runs in T20I Cricket History
T20 cricket has changed the way we see batting - power-hitting, innovation, and fearless cricket are the new normal. In this high-voltage format, only a few batsmen have combined consistency with aggression to dominate across conditions. From Virat Kohli’s unmatched class to Babar Azam’s elegant stroke play and Rohit Sharma’s explosive power, these players have not just scored runs - they’ve created moments that define modern T20 cricket.
As of 31 October 2025, here are the Top 10 Batsmen with the Most Runs in T20I Cricket History, a list that reflects brilliance, adaptability, and longevity in one of the game’s toughest formats.
Top 10 Batsmen with Most Runs in T20I Cricket History (as of 31 October 2025)
| Rank | Player | Country | Matches | Innings | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | ||
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| 1️⃣ | Babar Azam | Pakistan | 130 | 123 | 4,234 | 39.57 | 128.77 | ||
| 2️⃣ | Rohit Sharma | India | 159 | 151 | 4,231 | 32.05 | 140.89 | ||
| 3️⃣ | Virat Kohli | India | 125 | 117 | 4,188 | 48.69 | 137.04 | ||
| 4️⃣ | Jos Buttler | England | 144 | 132 | 3,869 | 35.49 | 148.97 | ||
| 5️⃣ | Paul Stirling | Ireland | 153 | 150 | 3,710 | 26.69 | 134.86 | ||
| 6️⃣ | Martin Guptill |
| 122 | 118 | 3,531 | 31.81 | 135.70 | ||
| 7️⃣ | Mohammad Rizwan | Pakistan | 106 | 93 | 3,414 | 47.41 | 125.37 | ||
| 8️⃣ | David Warner | Australia | 110 | 110 | 3,277 | 33.43 | 142.47 | ||
| 9️⃣ | Muhammad Waseem | UAE | 91 | 91 | 3,184 | 37.02 | 151.76 | ||
| 🔟 | Aaron Finch | Australia | 103 | 103 | 3,120 | 34.28 | 142.53 |
Quick Highlights
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Babar Azam, Rohit Sharma & Virat Kohli remains at the top - the only 3 player to cross 4,000+ T20I runs.
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Rohit Sharma & Glenn Maxwell leads in T20I hundreds (5).
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Jos Buttler & Rohit are the most consistent duo in modern T20I history.
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Paul Stirling continues to dominate among Associate nations.
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Jos Buttler, Rohit Sharma and David Warner maintain strike rates above 140+, showing their aggressive T20 approach.
Legends Who Redefined the Shortest Format
The journey of T20 cricket is far from over - every year brings new stars, new milestones, and unforgettable innings. But the batsmen leading this list have already carved their names in golden letters, setting records that future generations will chase.
With more international T20s and franchise tournaments on the horizon, the next decade promises even more fireworks. Until then, the legends like Rohit, Kohli and Babar continue to stand tall as the true run-machines of the modern era.
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Also Read: Top 10 Batsmen with Most Runs in T20 Asia Cup History