Mon Nov 18 15:54:17 UTC 2024: ## Babar Azam Surpasses Virat Kohli to Become Second Highest T20I Run-Scorer
**Sydney, Australia** – Despite Pakistan’s 7-wicket loss to Australia in the third and final T20I, Pakistan captain Babar Azam delivered a stellar performance, solidifying his position as one of the world’s top T20 batsmen. His explosive 41 runs off 28 balls, including four boundaries, propelled him past Virat Kohli to become the second highest run-scorer in T20I history.
Azam’s knock, which ended with him being clean bowled by Adam Zampa, took his career T20I tally to 4192 runs, surpassing Kohli’s 4188. While Pakistan ultimately fell short, scoring only 117 runs in their innings, Azam’s individual achievement remains significant.
With this milestone, Azam is now within striking distance of Rohit Sharma’s record of 4231 runs. Both Sharma and Kohli have since retired from the T20I format. Azam needs only 40 more runs to claim the top spot. The series concluded with a 3-0 victory for Australia. Marcus Stoinis led Australia’s chase with a blistering 61 runs off 27 balls.
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