Virat Kohli is now 5th Highest Run-Scorer in International Cricket History, Here’s the Top 5 List

Virat Kohli has achieved yet another milestone in his illustrious cricketing career as he surpassed South African great Jacques Kallis to become the fifth-highest run-scorer in the history of international cricket. King Kohli achieved this feat during India’s ongoing second Test against West Indies at Port of Spain.

On the first day of the Test match, which also marked his 500th international appearance, Virat exhibited his class with the bat, ending the day unbeaten on 87 from 161 deliveries. His innings was studded with eight boundaries, showcasing his trademark aggressive yet elegant style of batting. Fans are eagerly anticipating Day 2, hoping for the ‘Kohli Special’ – his 76th international century.

With a remarkable tally of 25,548 runs in 500 matches across all formats, Kohli’s batting prowess is a testament to his consistency and determination. The Indian skipper has accumulated 75 centuries and 132 half-centuries in his 559 innings, with his highest score standing at an imposing 254*. By surpassing Jacques Kallis’ previous tally of 25,534 runs in 519 matches, Kohli has further solidified his status as one of the game’s modern-day greats.

The current top four run-scorers in international cricket stand as legendary figures of the sport. Sri Lanka’s Mahela Jayawardene leads the way with 25,957 runs in 652 matches, followed by Australia’s Ricky Ponting with 27,483 runs in 560 matches. Kumar Sangakkara from Sri Lanka occupies the third position with 28,016 runs in 594 matches, while India’s iconic cricketer Sachin Tendulkar remains at the top with a staggering 34,357 runs in 664 matches.

Rank	Player	Country	Matches	Runs	Average	Centuries	Half-Centuries
1	Sachin Tendulkar	India	664	34,357	53.78	100	164
2	Kumar Sangakkara	Sri Lanka	594	28,016	57.40	63	153
3	Ricky Ponting	Australia	560	27,483	45.95	71	146
4	Mahela Jayawardene	Sri Lanka	652	25,957	42.77	54	136
5	Virat Kohli	India	500	25,548	53.67	75	132
6	Jacques Kallis	South Africa	519	25,534	55.37	62	149

In Test cricket, Virat has notched up 8,642 runs in 111 matches at an impressive average of 49.38. This includes 28 centuries and 30 fifties, with his highest score being an unbeaten 254*. The Indian skipper holds the fifth-highest run-scorer position for India in the longest format of the game.

Moving to One-Day Internationals (ODIs), Kohli has amassed 12,898 runs in 274 matches, boasting an impressive average of 57.32. Among Indians, he stands as the second-highest run-scorer in ODI cricket, and overall, he ranks fifth in the world for the format. His ODI record comprises 46 centuries and 65 half-centuries.

In the fast-paced world of T20 Internationals (T20Is), Kohli’s name shines at the top. With 4,008 runs in 115 matches, he holds the distinction of being the highest run-scorer in the history of T20Is. His T20I batting record includes one century and 37 half-centuries, with a best score of 122*.

On the ongoing second Test against West Indies, a crucial century partnership between Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja has put India in a commanding position. At the end of the first day’s play, India stands at 288/4, with Virat unbeaten on 87* and Jadeja not out on 36*. The Indian captain is closing in on his 29th Test century, and fans are eagerly awaiting another memorable performance from the run machine on Day 2.

As Virat Kohli continues to etch his name in the annals of cricketing history, his remarkable journey serves as an inspiration to cricketers and fans alike, setting new benchmarks and raising the bar for future generations.