Virat Kohli has etched his name in the annals of Indian cricket once again. During a thrilling Super Eight match against Afghanistan in the T20 World Cup 2024 in Barbados, Kohli surpassed Rohit Sharma as India’s highest run-scorer in Twenty20 Internationals.
Prior to the match, Kohli and Rohit were locked in a neck-and-neck battle, both having amassed 4,042 runs in their respective T20I careers. However, fate intervened when Rohit was dismissed for a paltry eight runs by Fazalhaq Farooqi in the third over. This paved the way for Kohli to claim the coveted title.
While Kohli’s innings ended at 24 runs off 24 balls, he still managed to overtake Rohit’s tally, further solidifying his legacy in the format. He has now become the second highest run-scorer in T20Is worldwide.
The pinnacle of T20I run-scoring is currently occupied by Pakistan skipper Babar Azam, who has accumulated an impressive 4,145 runs in 116 innings. Kohli’s exceptional performance places him amongst an elite group of T20I batsmen, which also includes Rohit Sharma, Ireland’s Paul Stirling, and New Zealand’s Martin Guptill.
For India, Kohli’s achievement adds another feather to his cap. He joins an exclusive list of Indian T20I giants, which includes Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Suryakumar Yadav, and Shikhar Dhawan.
This latest feat cements Kohli’s position as a true legend of the game. He is not only India’s most prolific T20I batter but also the world’s third leading run-getter in One-Day Internationals and India’s fourth highest run-scorer in Test matches. This extraordinary achievement is a testament to Kohli’s unwavering commitment, skill, and passion for the game.
