The Asia Cup is one of the top cricket tournaments in Asia, and since 2016 it has been played in the fast-paced T20 format. Showcasing top cricketing talent from Asia, the tournament has witnessed some remarkable batting performances over the years.
Players with most runs in T20I Asia Cup:
- Virat Kohli: Virat Kohli has scored the most runs in the T20 Asia Cup. He made 429 runs in 10 matches, with a very high average of 85.80. His best score in the tournament is 122 not out, which he hit against Afghanistan in the 2022 Asia Cup. Kohli’s consistent performance in the T20 Asia Cup has placed him at the top of the run-scorers list. This record showcases Kohli’s exceptional contribution to the tournament in the shortest format of Asian cricket competition
- Mohammad Rizwan: Mohammad Rizwan ranks as the second highest run-scorer in the history of the T20 Asia Cup, amassing 281 runs in just six matches at an impressive average of 56.20, including three half-centuries. Despite this strong record, Rizwan was notably left out of Pakistan’s squad for the Asia Cup 2025 as the selectors opted for a strategic shift, focusing on a more aggressive batting approach. Rizwan’s overall T20I record is remarkable, being the second highest run-getter for Pakistan with 3,414 runs and holding the highest batting average for Pakistan in this format.
- Rohit Sharma: Rohit Sharma is currently the third-highest run-scorer in the T20 Asia Cup history, having magnificent 271 runs in 9 matches at an average of 30.11. Though he retired from T20 internationals earlier in 2025 after leading India to their second T20 World Cup victory in 2024, his prolific performances in the Asia Cup remain significant. Rohit’s highest score in the Asia Cup T20 is 83, showcasing his consistent impact in the tournament over the years.
- Babar Hayat: Babar Hayat is ranked as the 4th highest run-scorer in the T20 Asia Cup history with 235 runs from 5 innings, boasting an impressive average of 47 and a strike rate of 146.87. His consistent run-scoring makes him a significant player in the tournament’s history.
- Ibrahim Zadran: Ibrahim Zadran stands as the 5th highest run-scorer in the T20 Asia Cup history, accumulating 196 runs in five matches at an impressive average of 65.33. His performance includes one half-century, showcasing his consistency as an elegant stroke-maker for Afghanistan. Ibrahim’s role as a key player for Afghanistan highlights his rising stature in the region’s cricket landscape.
As the Asia Cup continues to showcase spectacular cricketing talent across the continent, the record holders for most runs in the T20 format embody the spirit and excellence of the tournament.
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