T20 cricket has become one of the most well-liked game formats due to its high-scoring and fast-paced characteristics. The top ten highest batting averages in Twenty20 International matches will be covered in this article. Despite being a relatively new format, T20I cricket has produced some of the best batters in the game’s history, having begun play in 2005. The career batting averages of players who have participated in at least 20 innings of Twenty20 International cricket will be examined. Some of the biggest names in the sport, including Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Virat Kohli, are on the list. Here are the highest batting averages in this thrilling format of the game as we enter the world of Twenty20 Internationals.
1. Sami Sohail (Malawi)
At just 21 years of age, Sami Sohail has already made his mark in T20Is. Playing for Malawi, he has been a part of 26 T20Is, scoring over 700 runs, with a top score of 94. His is the highest average in the format with 72.50, making him a batter to watch out for. His exceptional average makes him a dependable presence in the team.
2. Virat Kohli (India)
Perhaps the most excellent modern-day batter, it is a surprise that Virat Kohli does not top this list. For years now he has been the backbone of the Indian T20I side, and is also the highest run getter in the format, with just over 4000 runs. With 37 fifties to his name, it is evident that his average stands above 50, 52.73, to be precise.
3. Mohammad Rizwan (Pakistan)
Although playing the format for some time, Rizwan has made his presence felt in the last couple of years. His batting has improved considerably, and it can be seen from the nearly 2800 runs that he has scored in the format, at an average of just over 49. Rizwan has made his mark in the game and cemented his place as one of the most dependable batters in the squad.
4. Manish Pandey (India)
Manish Pandey is not a part of the Indian squad anymore, but he made the most of his chances. Pandey scored just over 700 runs in the 39 matches that he played for India. With an average of 44.31, he was an integral part of the squad due to his ability to score much-needed runs in the quick-paced format.
5. Suryakumar Yadav (India)
A player who shook the world of T20 cricket with his ability to score big runs and his outrageous stroke play, Suryakumar Yadav has cemented his spot in the Indian team. He has nearly 2000 runs in the 58 matches that he has played. With 16 half-centuries and three centuries, he is one of the most destructive batters, boasting an average of just over 44.
6. Muhammad Tanveer (Qatar)
In his relatively short career of five years, Tanveer has played 43 matches for Qatar and has over 1100 runs in the format. What makes his achievements incredible is that he is 42 years old and has an average that matches his age, 42.55, making him an essential part of the Qatar batting unit.
7. Leslie Dunbar (Serbia)
Over half of Dunbar's runs in T20Is have come through centuries and half-centuries. Having played just 23 matches, these excellent scores have helped him to sport an average of 42.37, an incredible figure for a wicketkeeper batter. His batting prowess adds to his contributions with the glove for his team.
8. Sohail Ahmed (Bahrain)
With six half-centuries in his short career of two years and 22 games, Ahmed is emerging as one of the promising players in the format. A best of 80 and 675 runs, Ahmed has an average of just over 42, solidifying his place in the team. His excellent statistics are a testament to his skills and consistency.
9. Devon Conway (New Zealand)
Bursting onto the stage at 30, Conway made a mark in his test debut, cementing his place in the test team. However, he is also an incredible T20 batter, opening the innings for the Kiwis, and has over 1200 runs in the format. With a best of 99, he has an average of 41.60, which is brilliant for an opener.
10. Babar Azam (Pakistan)
One of the few players to have played over 100 T20Is, Babar Azam has emerged as a force to be reckoned with over the years. With more than 3400 runs, 30 half-centuries, and three centuries, Babar has an excellent average of 41.48. He is one of the most dangerous players in modern-day cricket and is an essential part of the Pakistani squad.
