Scoring 12,000 runs in T20 cricket is no small feat. It’s a testament to consistency, power, and adaptability across various leagues and international formats. Here’s a look at the elite players who’ve reached this milestone and the number of innings they took to get there:
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Widely known as the Universal Boss, Chris Gayle was the first to reach the 12,000-run mark, achieving it in just 343 innings, a record that still stands as the fastest to date.
India's run machine and master of the chase, Virat Kohli, crossed the 12,000-run milestone in 360 innings, combining classic technique with T20 dominance.
The explosive Australian opener and T20 veteran, David Warner, reached the milestone in 368 innings, proving his consistency across leagues.
England’s dynamic wicketkeeper-batsman, Jos Buttler, hit the 12,000-run mark in 405 innings, showcasing his white-ball prowess.
Known for his aggressive stroke play, England’s Alex Hales completed 12,000 T20 runs in 432 innings.
The Indian skipper achieved this elite milestone in his 443rd T20 innings, joining the elite club during a match against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Pakistan’s seasoned all-rounder Shoaib Malik added this accolade to his long list of achievements, reaching the 12,000-run mark in 451 innings.
The Caribbean powerhouse and T20 globetrotter, Kieron Pollard, completed 12,000 runs in 550 innings, bringing power-hitting and experience to the table.
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