Most Runs In WTC: List Of Top 5 Batters

Most Runs In WTC: There have been some of the greatest batting displays in the history of the World Test Championship (WTC) since its formation. From record-breaking innings to game-winning scorecards, there are only a few batters who have delivered time and again for their countries. What’s fascinating is that there isn’t an Indian batter among the top 5 WTC run-scorers.

List Of Top 5 Batters With the Most Runs In WTC

1. Joe Root – 5543 Runs

England’s veteran Joe Root is at the top of the list of players with the maximum runs in WTC history.

Matches: 64

Runs: 5543

Average: 51.80

The ex-England Test captain has been the backbone of England’s batting order, displaying his class with majestic strokeplay and unparalleled consistency.

2. Marnus Labuschagne – 4186 Runs

Australia’s contemporary Test mastermind, Marnus Labuschagne, is ranked second.

Matches: 52

Runs: 4186

Average: 48.67

His ascension has been marked by stardom after making his debut in the Australian team, and he remains an integral component of their red-ball supremacy.

3. Steve Smith – 4072 Runs

A leading contender for the title of greatest Test batsman of the contemporary era, Steve Smith ranks third on the list.

Matches: 52

Runs: 4072

Average: 50.90

Renowned for his unconventional method and incredible focus, Smith continues to be a nightmare for bowlers in WTC matches.

Test captain Ben Stokes may be well recognized for his all-around talents, but his contributions with the bat are just as important.

Matches: 53

Runs: 3312

Average: 37.21

His contributions under pressure, especially in WTC matches, are why he is one of the best performers for England.

5. Usman Khawaja – 3165 Runs

Australia’s consistent opener Usman Khawaja rounds out the top five.

Matches: 39

Runs: 3165

Average: 48.69

Khawaja has once again reaffirmed his place as a consistent performer at the top of the order with some of the defining innings in recent WTC cycles.

No Indian Batter in Top 5 WTC Run-Scorers

Surprisingly enough, given India’s dominance of Test cricket, no Indian batsman is among the top five for most WTC runs. Although Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Cheteshwar Pujara have all had standout games, they miss out due to overall figures.

The Elite Performers of WTC

The WTC has turned out to be the ultimate testing ground for Test batsmen, and these five players have raised the bar with their sustained performances. As we go further into future WTC cycles, it is only a matter of time before we know if any Indian batsman can find a place in this elite list.

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