In a thrilling semifinal match against Australia, Virat Kohli has become India’s leading run-scorer in ICC Champions Trophy history.
During the innings, Kohli surpassed Shikhar Dhawan’s previous record of 701 runs, elevating himself to the second highest scorer in the tournament’s overall history with a total of 746 runs in 16 innings. He now only trails behind Chris Gayle (791) in the tournament’s rankings.
Kohli’s remarkable achievement didn’t stop there. He also broke Sachin Tendulkar’s long-standing record for the most 50-plus scores in ICC ODI tournaments. With his 24th score of 50 or more, including his seventh in Champions Trophy history, Kohli has cemented his legacy as one of the cricketing greats.
Here are the top Indian run-scorers in ICC Champions Trophy history:
- Virat Kohli: 746 runs in 16 innings
- Shikhar Dhawan: 701 runs in 10 innings
- Sourav Ganguly: 665 runs in 11 innings
- Rahul Dravid: 627 runs in 15 innings
- Rohit Sharma: 557 runs in 13 innings
Virat Kohli’s performance continues to inspire cricket enthusiasts worldwide, showcasing his consistency and prowess on the international stage.
