When it comes to consistent run-making on the biggest stage of T20 international cricket, Virat Kohli stands head and shoulders above the rest. Known for his remarkable composure and elegant stroke play, Kohli holds the prestigious record for scoring the most runs in the T20 World Cup history.
Virat Kohli – Leading Run Scorer in T20 World Cup History
India’s star batter Virat Kohli is the highest run scorer in T20 World Cup history. In just five editions of the tournament, Kohli has scored a staggering 1,141 runs in 27 matches at an astonishing average of 81.50 and a strike rate of 131.3. He also holds the record for the most half-centuries (14) in T20 World Cup history. Kohli’s consistency under pressure and match-winning knocks make him the undisputed king of T20 World Cup batting records.
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Most Runs in a Single Edition – Virat Kohli (2014)
Kohli also owns the record for most runs scored in a single T20 World Cup edition. He scored 319 runs in the 2014 T20 World Cup, a feat unmatched to date.
Top 5 Run Scorers in T20 World Cup History
1. Virat Kohli (India)
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Matches: 27
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Runs: 1,141
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Average: 81.50
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Strike Rate: 131.3
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50s: 14
2. Mahela Jayawardene (Sri Lanka)
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Matches: 31
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Runs: 1,016
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Average: 39.07
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Strike Rate: 134.74
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50s/100s: 6/1
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Notable Record: Most boundaries (111)
3. Chris Gayle (West Indies)
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Matches: 33
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Runs: 965
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Average: 34.46
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Strike Rate: 142.75
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50s/100s: 7/2
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Notable Record: Most sixes (63) in T20 World Cup history
4. Rohit Sharma (India)
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Matches: 39
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Runs: 963
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Average: 34.39
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Strike Rate: 127.88
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50s: 9
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Notable: Played in all eight T20 World Cups
5. Tillakaratne Dilshan (Sri Lanka)
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Matches: 35
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Runs: 897
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Average: 30.93
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Strike Rate: 124.06
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Highest Score: 96*
Most Runs in Every T20 World Cup Edition
| Year | Player | Country | Runs |
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| 2022 | Virat Kohli | IND | 296 |
| 2021 | Babar Azam | PAK | 303 |
| 2016 | Tamim Iqbal | BAN | 295 |
| 2014 | Virat Kohli | IND | 319 |
| 2012 | Shane Watson | AUS | 249 |
| 2010 | Mahela Jayawardene | SL | 302 |
| 2009 | Tillakaratne Dilshan | SL | 317 |
| 2007 | Matthew Hayden | AUS | 265 |
So, who scored the most runs in the T20 World Cup history? The answer is clear: Virat Kohli. With unmatched consistency, stellar performances under pressure, and a record-breaking tally, Kohli has cemented his place as the all-time leading scorer in the T20 World Cup. His achievements continue to inspire fans and cricketers across the globe.
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