Top 5 run-scorers in international cricket among active players

The cricketing world has witnessed some extraordinary batting talents over the years.

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While legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Ricky Ponting have retired, there's a new generation of batters carrying the baton.

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Let's take a look at the top 5 run-scorers among active cricketers.

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5) Steve Smith (AUS)

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4) Kane Williamson (NZ)

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3) Rohit Sharma (IND)

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2) Joe Root (ENG)

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1) Virat Kohli (IND)

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Top 5 run-scorers in international cricket among active players

The cricketing world has witnessed some extraordinary batting talents over the years.

While legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Ricky Ponting have retired, there's a new generation of batters carrying the baton.

Let's take a look at the top 5 run-scorers among active cricketers.

5) Steve Smith (AUS)

Matches: 334 Runs: 16225 Average: 48.00 100s: 44

4) Kane Williamson (NZ)

Matches: 358 Runs: 18128 Average: 48.21 100s: 45

3) Rohit Sharma (IND)

Matches: 483 Runs: 19234 Average: 43.31 100s: 48

2) Joe Root (ENG)

Matches: 346 Runs: 19442 Average: 48.36 100s: 48

1) Virat Kohli (IND)

Matches: 533 Runs: 26942 Average: 53.35 100s: 80

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