Key Points

David Warner has overtaken Virat Kohli to become the fifth-highest run-scorer in T20 cricket. His 71-run innings for London Spirit in The Hundred pushed his career tally to 13,545 runs. Despite Warner's strong form, his team fell short against Manchester Originals. Chris Gayle still leads as the all-time top T20 run-getter with 14,562 runs.

Key Points: David Warner Surpasses Virat Kohli in T20 Runs During The Hundred

  • Warner's 71-run knock lifts London Spirit despite loss to Manchester Originals
  • He now leads Kohli by 2 runs in T20 career totals
  • Warner averages 75 in his debut The Hundred season
  • Chris Gayle remains T20 cricket's highest run-scorer with 14,562 runs
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Warner overtakes Virat, becomes 5th-highest run-getter in T20 cricket

Warner overtakes Kohli to become 5th-highest T20 run-scorer with a 71-run knock in The Hundred, continuing his dominance post-retirement.

"Warner has scored 13,545 runs in 419 T20 matches at a strike rate of 140 – Match Report"

Manchester, August 12

Australian veteran David Warner, who is still active in the T20 circuit following retirement from international cricket, overtook Indian legend Virat Kohli to become the fifth-highest run-getter in T20 cricket.

Warner achieved this feat during his side, the London Spirit's match against Manchester Originals during the ongoing The Hundred competition in England. During the match, Warner played a big knock of 71 in 51 balls, with 12 fours and a six, striking at above 139.

However, despite his efforts, his team fell short of the 164 set by Manchester, that made this total following knocks from Phil Salt (31 in 20 balls, with four boundaries and a six), Ben McKinney (29 in 12 balls, with two fours and three sixes) and Jos Buttler (46 in 37 balls, with three fours and two sixes).

Now, in 419 T20 matches, Warner has scored 13,545 runs at an average of 36.80 and a strike rate of above 140, with eight centuries and 113 fifties, best score of 135*. This is Warner's first-ever The Hundred season, and he is the top run-getter with 150 runs in three matches at an average of 75.00, with a strike rate of 141.50 and two half-centuries.

On the other hand, Indian icon Virat has scored 13,543 runs in 414 matches and 397 innings at an average of 41.92, a strike rate of 134.67, with nine centuries and 105 fifties, with a best score of 122*.

The top run-getter in T20s is West Indies icon Chris Gayle, who revolutionised the format with his ferocious hitting and was its first big superstar. He has played 463 matches, scoring 14,562 runs in 455 innings at an average of 36.22, a strike rate of 144.75, with 22 centuries and 88 fifties and a best score of 175*.

- ANI

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Ananya R
Both are great players in their own right. Warner's strike rate is phenomenal, but Virat's technique is unmatched. As an Indian, I'm proud of how Kohli has carried our batting for so many years 🇮🇳
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Sarah B
Interesting stats! Warner's longevity is impressive - still going strong after international retirement. The Hundred seems to be bringing out his best form. Wonder if Kohli will play in overseas leagues after he retires?
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Vikram M
Numbers don't tell the full story. Virat has won us so many matches under pressure - that's what makes him special. Warner is great in leagues but Kohli performs when it matters most for the country 🏏
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Karthik V
Respect to Warner, but let's be honest - he's playing more matches in these leagues while Kohli focuses on international cricket. If Virat played as many franchise games, he'd be way ahead!
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Priya S
Why are we comparing? Both are modern greats! Warner's explosive batting vs Kohli's classical style - cricket needs both types of players. Enjoy their game while they're still playing 🙌
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Michael C
As a neutral fan, I think Warner deserves credit for adapting so well to different conditions worldwide.

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