Highest strike rates in T20 World Cups
By : DC Correspondent
Update: 2024-05-31 12:17 GMT
Hyderabad: In cricket's shortest format of the game, strike rate is one of the most important statistics that determine a batters' prowess. With the 2024 T20 world cup starting on Sunday (June 2), we bring to you a rundown of batsmen with the best strike rates in the T20 showpiece events:
Jos Buttler (144.48)
Regarded as one of the most dynamic and destructive batters, Buttler's greatest strength lies in his ability to score rapidly and that is why he has the best strike rate in the T20 world cup history that fetched him 799 runs in 27 matches.
AB de Villiers (143.40)
The now retired South African has had an outstanding strike rate in T20 world cups. His ability to score quickly and decisively made him one of the most feared batters. De Villiers collected 717 runs in 29 innings with the help of 51 fours and 30 sixes.
Chris Gayle (142.75)
Gayle's unparalleled level of fearlessness and confidence helped him to an amazing 142.75 strike rate in the T20 World Cups. The Jamaican always backed himself to take on any bowler. Gayle is the only player to have scored two centuries in the event, both of which were match-winning efforts.
Mahela Jayawardene (134.74)
Jayawardene had an impressive average of 39.07 and a strike rate of 134.74, a fine reflection of his ability to score quickly while maintaining consistency.
David Warner (133.22)
Warner's aggressive approach will once again be crucial for Australia. His ability to score runs quickly and efficiently has made him one of the most exciting and effective batters in T20 World Cups.