Top 5 Batters Who Blitzed to 19,000 International Runs
To become recognized as the greatest batter in cricket, you must score a ton of runs and play for an extended period. Legends of the game, such as Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting, and others, played for years, making significant contributions to their teams' success. Some modern-era cricketers are also moving closer to greatness with their performances on the biggest stage of the game.
The fab-four, particularly, are revolutionizing all three formats of the game. Virat Kohli recently surpassed Sachin Tendulkar's record for most centuries in ODI cricket. Meanwhile, Kane Williamson struck his 32nd Test century, and now, Joe Root has also hammered his 31st Test century. With this ton, Joe Root has become the fourth fastest batter to surpass the 19,000-run mark in international cricket.
To recognize his monumental feat, we are presenting the fastest batters who have reached 19,000 international runs.
1. Virat Kohli - 399 Innings
The Indian team's run machine, Virat Kohli, is emerging as one of the greatest players of all time. He has proven to be a gift to the sport and Indian cricket. With over 26,000 international runs, Virat has already cemented his place among the legends and has set numerous records.
With 80 International centuries in his career so far, Virat Kohli is edging closer to breaking the record for the most international centuries, currently held by Sachin Tendulkar. In terms of 19,000 international runs, Virat crossed that mark in his 399th innings, making him the fastest to achieve this milestone.
2. Sachin Tendulkar - 432 Innings
Suppose there's a supreme power in cricket or the greatest cricketer ever in the history of this phenomenal sport. In that case, Sachin Tendulkar, the pride of India, stands right up there with over 34,000 international runs to his name, including 100 centuries across formats. We might witness one or two players surpassing his record of 100 international centuries, but breaking his record of most Test centuries is nearly impossible.
Making his debut at just 16 years old, Sachin represented the country for 2 long years and proved to be a gem of a player. Whether he could withstand pressure in the middle or to attack bowlers aggressively, Sachin excelled in all aspects of the game. He achieved the milestone of reaching 19,000 international runs in 432 innings, making him the second fastest to do so.
3. Brian Lara - 433 Innings
Brian Charles Lara, known for his elegant appearance and for scoring 400 runs in a single Test innings, is also counted among the fastest players to reach 19,000 international runs. Throughout his career, Lara scored 22,000 runs and notched 53 centuries.
With his amazing elegance and consistency, the southpaw ascended to become one of the elite players in the cricket world. Despite belonging to the same generation as Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting, Jacques Kallis, and Rahul Dravid, Lara carved out a name for himself in the sport. He became the third fastest to reach 19,000 international runs, accomplishing this feat in 433 innings.
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4. Joe Root - 444 Innings
Emerging as one of the greatest batters in modern-day cricket, Joe Root is establishing himself as a legendary figure for England cricket. With 31 centuries already in Test cricket, he is poised to surpass Alistair Cook, who holds the record for the most Test centuries by an English batter with 33 tons.
After failing to score runs in the first three Tests of the ongoing series against India, Root finally found his form and smashed his first century of the series. With this century, he also achieved the monumental milestone of 19,000 international runs in his career, making him the fourth fastest to reach this milestone.
5. Ricky Ponting - 444 Innings
If cricket has witnessed the greatest captains, then Ricky Ponting ranks among the top for his contributions to Australian cricket. Alongside his leadership skills, Ricky also excelled as one of the best batters in the world. With over 27,000 international runs, Ponting holds the title of being the highest run-scorer from Australia.
With 71 centuries to his name, Ponting played a major role in Australia's success throughout his career. He ranks last on the list of players who took the fewest innings to surpass the 19,000-run mark in international cricket, achieving this feat in his 444th innings.
Conclusion -
In conclusion, the journey to 19,000 international runs has been a remarkable feat for these top batters, showcasing their exceptional skill and dedication to the sport. With each milestone reached, they have etched their names in cricketing history. Stay updated on all the latest cricket action and live scores with the Fast Live Line app and website. Whether you're a cricket enthusiast or a live line guru, Fast Live Line provides real-time updates and analysis, ensuring you never miss a moment of the game. Download the app or visit the website now for an unparalleled cricket live line experience.
