Hardik Pandya Beats Dhoni & Kohli to Become India’s No.1 Finisher in T20Is

Hardik Pandya has created history in T20I cricket. He has now scored the most runs for India in the final four overs (16-20) of a T20I match. With this, he has gone past Virat Kohli to become India’s top run-getter in this phase. He achieved this milestone on January 31 during 4th T20I against England.

Hardik Pandya Becomes India’s Best Finisher in T20Is

Hardik Pandya now has 1068 runs in the 16-20 overs phase, with a strike rate of 174.23. He has been India’s go-to player in the death overs, finishing matches with his powerful hitting.

Virat Kohli, who was leading this list earlier, now stands second with 1032 runs at a higher strike rate of 192.54. MS Dhoni, one of India’s greatest finishers, is third with 1014 runs at a strike rate of 152.02.

Most T20I runs for India (16-20 overs)

1. 1068 runs – Hardik Pandya (174.23 SR)*
2. 1032 runs – Virat Kohli (192.54 SR)
3. 1014 runs – MS Dhoni (152.02 SR)

Most T20I runs for India (16-20 overs)

1068 runs – 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗸 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘆𝗮 (174.23 SR)*
1032 runs – Virat Kohli (192.54 SR)
1014 runs – MS Dhoni (152.02 SR)

Hardik Surpassed Kohli Today!#INDvsENG

— 𝑺𝒉𝒆𝒃𝒂𝒔 (@Shebas_10dulkar) January 31, 2025

Hardik Pandya played a brilliant knock in the 4th T20I, scoring 53 runs off 30 balls with 4 fours and 4 sixes at a strike rate of 176.67. Coming in at a crucial stage, he steadied India’s innings after early wickets and took charge in the death overs. He formed a crucial partnership with Shivam Dube, helping India post a competitive total of 181/9 in 20 overs.

His attacking shots in the final overs once again showed why he is one of the best finishers in T20 cricket. His innings not only helped India recover but also played a key role in setting up a strong total.