On the 14th of January 2024, in the second T20I against New Zealand, Babar Azam marked a special milestone by playing his 100th T20 International innings.Â
Here’s a comparison of Virat Kohli vs Babar Azam after 100 T20I.
| AFTER 100 T20I INNINGS | VIRAT KOHLI | BABAR AZAM |
| RUNS | 3663 | 3608 |
| AVERAGE | 50.17 | 41.95 |
| STRIKE-RATE | 137.70 | 129.22 |
| FIFTIES | 33 | 32 |
| CENTURIES | 01 | 03 |
| FOURS | 324 | 384 |
| SIXES | 108 | 57 |
Virat Kohli T20I Career
In T20 Internationals, Virat Kohli has left an incredible mark, holding the record for the highest run-scorer with 4037 runs. His performance in T20I matches showcases his exceptional batting skills:
| Innings | Runs | Average | Strike-Rate | Fifties | Centuries | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 108 | 4037 | 52.73 | 137.70 | 37 | 01 | 361 | 117 |
Virat Kohli T20I Performances by Opponent
| Opponent | Matches | Innings | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | 50s/100s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 22 | 21 | 794 | 52.93 | 143.84 | 10/0 |
| England | 20 | 20 | 639 | 39.94 | 135.67 | 10/0 |
| New Zealand | 10 | 10 | 311 | 34.56 | 138.84 | 3/0 |
| Pakistan | 10 | 10 | 488 | 81.33 | 123.86 | 4/0 |
| South Africa | 13 | 12 | 318 | 35.33 | 134.18 | 4/0 |
| Sri Lanka | 8 | 7 | 339 | 67.80 | 138.37 | 4/0 |
| West Indies | 14 | 13 | 570 | 57.00 | 150.79 | 7/0 |
| Overall (16) | 116 | 108 | 4037 | 52.43 | 138.21 | 37/1 |
Virat Kohli significantly contributed to India’s success in the 2014 ICC World T20, scoring a total of 319 runs at an average of 106.33, earning him the Man of the Tournament award.
His T20I batting records include the most runs in a career, the highest batting average (52.42), and various fast-to-milestone achievements. In fielding, he holds the 8th position for the most catches in a career with 51 catches.
As a captain, Kohli led the team in 50 matches, winning 32 and losing 16. He holds the record for the most player-of-the-match awards (15) and the most player-of-the-series awards (7).
Babar Azam T20I Career
Babar Azam has made significant contributions to Pakistan’s T20I success. As of now, his career statistics are as follows:
| Innings | Runs | Average | Strike-Rate | Fifties | Centuries | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 106 | 3608 | 41.95 | 129.22 | 32 | 03 | 384 | 57 |
Babar Azam T20I Performances by Opponent
| Opponent | Matches | Innings | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | 50s/100s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZ | 17 | 17 | 665 | 47.50 | 131.70 | 6/1 |
| ENG | 15 | 15 | 592 | 49.33 | 140.90 | 4/1 |
| WI | 14 | 14 | 540 | 49.09 | 127.40 | 5/0 |
| SA | 11 | 11 | 416 | 37.82 | 142.50 | 2/1 |
| AUS | 8 | 8 | 383 | 63.83 | 126.80 | 5/0 |
| BAN | 8 | 8 | 195 | 27.86 | 106.00 | 2/0 |
| SL | 8 | 8 | 114 | 16.29 | 89.10 | 0/0 |
| Overall (16) | 106 | 106 | 3608 | 41.95 | 129.22 | 32/3 |
Babar’s notable achievements include being the fastest to 2000 runs in T20Is (52 innings) and leading Pakistan to the 2021 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup semi-finals. As a captain, he has won 42 T20I matches, tying for the most wins by a captain.
Regarding records, Babar Azam is the third Pakistani player to reach 100 T20I matches, achieving this milestone on 14 April 2023. He also holds the record for being the first captain to score three centuries in T20Is, accomplishing this feat on 15 April 2023.
With his elegant batting style and leadership skills, Babar Azam continues to be a pivotal figure in Pakistan’s T20I cricket.
Conclusion
This comparison of Virat Kohli vs Babar Azam after 100 T20I highlights the individual performances of Babar Azam and Virat Kohli against various T20 International opponents, showcasing their respective strengths and consistency.
