Despite retiring from international cricket, former Australian star David Warner has now become a hawker in various franchise tournaments. Thanks to this, he has moved into the top five in the list of highest run-scorers in T20Is. In this regard, Warner has also surpassed former Indian captain Virat Kohli.
The left-handed Aussie opener is currently playing for London Spirit in the English League The Hundred. There, Warner scored 71 runs off 51 balls against Manchester Originals today (Tuesday), including 12 and a six. This places him at number five in the list of top run-scorers in T20Is. Warner has played a total of 419 matches for the national team and various franchise tournaments. In which he has scored 13,545 runs at a strike rate of 140.45 and an average of 36.8.
Kohli was in the same position until now, but the experienced Aussie star surpassed him by two runs. Kohli scored 13,543 runs in 414 T20Is at a strike rate of 134.67 and an average of 41.92. Despite quitting professional cricket, West Indies legend Chris Gayle is still the top run-scorer in T20Is. He has scored 14,562 runs in 463 matches at a strike rate of 144.75 and an average of 36.22. Next on the list are Kieron Pollard (13,854 runs in 707 matches), Alex Hales (13,814 runs in 503 matches) and Shoaib Malik (13,571 runs in 557 matches).
However, Warner’s team London Spirit lost the match to create their own milestone. Chasing the target of 164 runs set by Manchester Originals, they scored 153 runs for the loss of 6 wickets at the end of the stipulated overs. Basically, except for Warner, no other batsman from London could score any runs. After his 71 runs, Kane Williamson and Jamie Overton jointly scored the second highest 19 runs with the bat. English pacer Josh Tang took the highest 3 wickets for Manchester.
Earlier, batting first at Old Trafford, Manchester scored 163 runs for the loss of 6 wickets in the allotted 100 balls. For them, Jos Buttler scored the highest score of 46, Phil Salt 31 and Ben McKinney 29. For London, Ollie Stone and Jamie Overton took 2 wickets each.
FAQ
How many runs has David Warner scored in T20Is and franchise cricket?
David Warner has scored a total of 13,545 runs in 419 matches across T20Is and various franchise tournaments.
How does Warner’s run total compare to Virat Kohli’s?
Warner has surpassed Kohli by 2 runs, with Kohli having scored 13,543 runs in 414 matches.
Is David Warner still playing professional cricket?
Although retired from international cricket, Warner continues to play in franchise leagues like The Hundred.
Who is the highest run-scorer in T20 cricket?
West Indies legend Chris Gayle leads with 14,562 runs in 463 matches.
