Leading run scorers in ICC Champions Trophy history
The ICC Champions Trophy is one of the most important tournaments in One-Day International (ODI) cricket. Since it started, it has increased much popularity and brings together talented cricketers from different countries to compete for the title. Over the years, this tournament has allowed many players to shine and showcase their batting skills and ability to handle pressure. Let's look at the top 5 players with the most runs in the Champions Trophy.
Several players have made their mark in the Champions Trophy by consistently scoring high runs, leading their teams to success and delighting cricket fans across the world. So let's look at the five best run scorers in the world ICC Champions Trophy.
Most runs in the Champions Trophy: Top 5 players
5: Sourav Ganguly – 665
Former Indian cricketer and commentator Sourav Ganguly scored 665 runs in 11 innings with the highest score being 141. He captained the Indian team in the Champions Trophy in 2000 and 2002. Under his leadership, India won the Champions Trophy in 2000.
4: Kumar Sangakkara – 683
Former Sri Lanka captain and wicketkeeper Kumar Sangakkara scored 683 runs in 21 innings. He was part of the teams that won the 2002 Champions Trophy and the 2014 T20 World Cup, making him the fourth highest run-scorer in the history of the tournament.
3: Shikhar Dhawan – 701
Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan, also known as 'Gabbar', scored 701 runs in 10 innings in the Champions Trophy. His impressive performance earned him the Player of the Tournament award at the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy. Dhawan's best score in the tournament is 125 runs.
2: Mahela Jayawardene – 742
Former captain Mahela Jayawardene was part of the Sri Lanka team that won the ICC Champions Trophy in 2002. He scored 742 runs in 21 innings, making him the second highest run-scorer in the Champions Trophy. His best result in the Champions Trophy is 84.
1: Chris Gayle – 791
Former West Indies cricketer Chris Gayle, known as the 'Universe Boss', played a crucial role in the team's victory in the 2004 ICC Champions Trophy. He scored 791 runs in 17 innings, becoming the player with the most runs in history of the tournament. Gayle's best score in the ICC Champions Trophy is 133 not reached.
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