Abhishek jumped to top of the table during AUS vs IND 5th T20I in Brisbane.
The T20 format is tailor-made for power-hitters. Since its inception, cricket has witnessed several explosive knocks, from pioneers like Chris Gayle and Brendon McCullum to modern-day stars such as Abhishek Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Glenn Maxwell. Let’s take a look at players who have scored Fastest 1000 Runs in T20I.
With the format evolving in recent years, the conditions have increasingly favoured batters — flat pitches, shorter boundaries, and heavier bats have made high-scoring games more common than ever. Teams have already crossed 300-run marks in T20Is, once thought to be unachievable. In this era of dominance, many batters have thrived, but only a select few have done so with incredible consistency and speed.
Among them, a new name has emerged at the top. Abhishek Sharma has rewritten history by scoring Fastest 1000 Runs in T20I, surpassing Suryakumar Yadav and Tim David to claim the record.
Here’s a detailed look at the top players with Fastest 1000 Runs in T20I.
India’s swashbuckling opener Abhishek Sharma has once again etched his name in the record books, becoming the player with Fastest 1000 Runs in T20I. The left-hander, known for his ultra-aggressive approach and fearless stroke play, achieved the feat in fewer balls than any player before him, going past Suryakumar, Glenn Maxwell, Finn Allen, and Tim David. Currently the No.1 ranked T20I batter, Abhishek reached the landmark in his 28th innings during the fifth T20I against Australia in Queensland.
Since his debut, the southpaw has been a revelation at the top order, providing India with explosive starts in the powerplay, exactly what the reigning champions needed after Rohit Sharma’s retirement last year. His ability to dismantle any bowling attack, whether pace and spin, with ease has made him one of the most dangerous batters in the modern era. With a strike rate nearing 200 (192.20) and several match-winning knocks under his belt, the southpaw’s meteoric rise continues to make headlines.
Before Abhishek, Suryakumar Yadav held the record for Fastest 1000 Runs in T20I, reaching the mark in 573 balls. Known for his 360-degree stroke play, SKY redefined India’s approach to T20 batting with his fearless intent and audacious shot selections.
In 93 matches, the right-hander has amassed 2,734 runs at a strike rate of 164.30, including four hundreds. His ability to manipulate the field with innovative shots has set a new benchmark for middle-order batters in the format.
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England’s explosive opener Phil Salt has quickly become one of the most feared batters in world cricket. The right-hander reached 1,000 T20I runs in 599 balls, showcasing his attacking intent.
Since breaking into England’s T20 setup, Salt has set new standards of aggression with a fearless approach that epitomises their white-ball revolution. His strike rate and consistency have made him a vital part of England’s top order, particularly in the shortest format.
Australia’s ‘Big Show’ Glenn Maxwell is synonymous with entertainment and innovation in T20 cricket. He reached the 1000-run mark in 604 balls, cementing his reputation as one of the most explosive batters in the game.
Maxwell is one of only two batters, alongside Rohit Sharma, to have scored five T20I hundreds. With 2,833 runs in 124 T20I games at a strike rate of 156, he has been the backbone of Australia’s middle order for years. His ability to turn games within the blink of an eye, often from improbable situations, makes him one of the most destructive hitters across the globe.
When it comes to raw power, few names command as much respect as Andre Russell. The Caribbean all-rounder raced to 1000 Runs in T20I in 609 balls, a testament to his extraordinary hitting ability and dominance in the lower order.
The West Indies star earned his reputation as one of the most destructive finishers in world cricket. His unmatched blend of muscle and timing made him a nightmare for bowlers in the death overs. Although he retired from international cricket earlier this year, his legacy remains monumental.
New Zealand’s Finn Allen was once hailed as the successor to Brendon McCullum and Martin Guptill’s fearless brand of cricket. The right-handed opener, known for his ability to take change from the word go, breached the 1000-run mark in just 611 balls.
With 1,285 runs at an explosive strike rate of 163.27, including two hundreds, Allen’s power-hitting ability continues to make him a threat to any bowling attack.
Singapore-born Tim David, now a key middle-order batter for Australia, takes the fifth spot. Renowned for his power-hitting and calmness under pressure, David has become one of the most valuable T20 specialists globally. The right-hander is enjoying a prime T20I form, having scored the second-most runs for Australia in 2025. David has piled up 381 runs in nine innings at an average of 54.42 and a whopping strike rate of 199.47, including a hundred and three fifties in the calendar year.
Having featured in franchise leagues across the globe, including IPL, BBL, CPL, and The Hundred, he brought his finishing prowess to the international level, amassing 1,582 to his name in 66 matches at a staggering average of 36.79 and a career strike rate of 169.01.
| Fastest 1000 Runs in T20I | |||
| Rank | Player | Team | Balls |
| 1 | Abhishek Sharma | India | 528 |
| 2 | Suryakumar Yadav | India | 573 |
| 3 | Phil Salt | England | 599 |
| 3 | Glenn Maxwell | Australia | 604 |
| 4 | Andre Russell | West Indies | 609 |
| 4 | Finn Allen | New Zealand | 609 |
| 5 | Tim David | Australia | 614 |
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