Published By: Sanchari Das

IND vs. BAN T20I: The Leading Run-Scorers from India vs. Bangladesh T20 Matches

As we gear up for this exciting clash, let’s look at the top three batters who have piled up the most runs

After dominating Bangladesh in a two-match Test series, India is set to face them in an exciting three-match T20I series. The series opener is scheduled for October 6 in Gwalior, followed by matches in Delhi and Hyderabad on October 9 and 12. Suryakumar Yadav will lead India, and no players from the Test squad will feature in the T20I series. Najmul Hossain Shanto will lead Bangladesh and be eager to secure their first-ever T20 series win against India. The T20 format brings a different challenge, and both teams will look to stamp their authority. While India holds the upper hand historically, Bangladesh is determined to turn the tide. As we gear up for this thrilling encounter, let’s dive into the top three batters who have amassed the most runs through fours and sixes in the India vs. Bangladesh T20 battles played so far.

Rohit Sharma - 477 Runs

Rohit Sharma stands as the top run-scorer for India against Bangladesh in T20Is, with a staggering 477 runs in 13 innings. He boasts five half-centuries and a powerful strike rate of 143.67. His highest knock, an 89 from 61 balls, came during the 2018 Nidahas Trophy in Colombo, where he smashed five fours and five sixes. With 22 sixes in total against Bangladesh, Rohit also holds the record for the most sixes in a single innings, achieved during Bangladesh’s tour of India in 2019. Additionally, he has 39 boundaries to his name and dominated the 2018 Nidahas Trophy, scoring 162 runs in three matches. Rohit’s success as a captain is equally impressive, having led India to seven wins in eight T20Is against Bangladesh.

Shikhar Dhawan - 277 Runs

Former star Shikhar Dhawan stands second with 277 runs from 10 matches. His finest performance came in the 2016 Asia Cup final, where he scored 60 off 44 balls to guide India to victory. With nine boundaries and a six, Dhawan’s strike rate of 136.36 in that match highlighted his ability to dominate the opposition. Throughout his T20 career against Bangladesh, he has smashed 37 boundaries and seven sixes, often setting up solid starts for India. His consistent performances make him a crucial player in India’s T20 history against Bangladesh.

Sabbir Rahman - 236 Runs

Sabbir Rahman is Bangladesh’s top scorer against India in T20Is, with 236 runs from six matches. Known for his aggressive middle-order batting, Sabbir’s strike rate of 134.85 has troubled India more than once. His standout performance came in the Nidahas Trophy final, where he scored 77 off 50 balls, including seven boundaries and four sixes. Despite his valiant efforts, Bangladesh lost the match, but Sabbir’s knock left a mark. With 19 boundaries and nine sixes to his name, he remains a key figure for Bangladesh against India in T20Is.

Other notable batters

Apart from the top three, Virat Kohli and Mushfiqur Rahim have also made notable contributions. Kohli has scored 230 runs, while Mushfiqur has 229 to his name. As the upcoming T20 series approaches, it will be interesting to see if any new faces or familiar stars break past these marks and set new records in this thrilling rivalry. New leaders like Suryakumar Yadav and Najmul Hossain Shanto will look to lead their teams from the front, and their batting will be crucial in determining the series' outcome.