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The 2023-25 cycle of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) has been a true test of talent, skill, and endurance for teams worldwide, and the Indian cricket team has been no exception. This period has seen India face a mix of triumphs and challenges, showcasing the highs of their dynamic performances and the lows of their setbacks in the longer format of the game.
Although India ultimately bowed out of the race to the WTC final following Border-Gavaskar series loss against Australia, the team displayed several memorable performances, with individuals stepping up to deliver under pressure. From gritty knocks in challenging overseas conditions to dominant displays at home, Indian players have demonstrated their prowess and adaptability throughout the cycle.
Amidst the team’s fluctuating fortunes, several batters have stood out, consistently piling on runs and proving their mettle in the toughest format. These performances have not only contributed to India’s competitive spirit but also highlighted the depth of talent in the squad. Here’s a look at some top run-scorers for India in this WTC cycle and their contributions to the team’s journey:
5 highest run-scorers for India in the WTC 2023-25
5) Rishabh Pant
Pant didn’t play enough matches but surely left his impact in the limited appearances for India. In 10 games, the star wicketkeeper-batter scored 677 runs at an average of 37.61 with the help of one century and 4 half-tons. His fearless approach continued to make him a vital part of the team.
4) Virat Kohli
Kohli had a relatively quiet WTC cycle by his high standards. His average fell down to 32.65 as he scored 751 runs in 14 matches. The former India skipper smashed a couple of hundreds and made 3 fifties, with 121 being his best score.
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3) Rohit Sharma
Like Kohli, the current Indian captain Rohit also experienced a tough time both with the bat and captaincy in the WTC cycle. While India lost home series against New Zealand and faced heat in the Boder-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, Rohit’s batting too was a big sign of worry. In 17 matches, Rohit scored 864 runs at a dreadful average of 28.80. Although he managed to smash 3 hundreds and 4 half-centuries, with 131 being his best score.
2) Shubman Gill
Gill also had a tough time with the bat in the WTC 2023-25 cycle. He did manage to reach nearly 1000 runs but his impact was limited, especially in crunch matches. At an average of 37.38, Gill amassed 972 runs in 16 matches, with 3 centuries and as many fifties.
1) Yashasvi Jaiswal
Emerging as the star performer for India, Yashasvi lit up the WTC cycle with his consistent and dynamic batting. The left-handed opener smashed 1,798 runs in 19 matches at an impressive average of 52.88. His contributions included four centuries and 10 half-centuries, with an unbeaten 214 being his standout performance. Jaiswal finished as the second-highest run-scorer in the WTC cycle, only behind England’s Joe Root, who tallied 1,968 runs.
