Batting average has been one of the critical metrics as it reflects a batter’s consistency and skill. In T20 cricket, the aspect become even more relevant when paired with the strike-rate as it gives the correct assessment of the player’s overall effectiveness. In a major tournament like the T20 World Cup, consistency plays a major part and the players who step up each time often take the trophy home. However, there are some instances when this has not been the case.

Star India batter Virat Kohli has the T20 World Cup most runs and an average of over 58, which is phenomenal, to say the least. However, the cricketer has never managed to help his team get hold of the cup. He finished as the leading run-scorer in the last edition of the tournament and has been in fine form ever since. In 2024, the Delhi-born batter didn't have a very good time. 

Meanwhile, the West Indies and USA hosted the T20 World Cup 2024. The conditions there will heavily favour the bowlers, especially spinners and it won’t be easy for the batters to get going. Shakib Al Hasan, who holds the record for T20 World Cup most wickets will attempt to increase his tally, while other spinners too will be highly effective.

India emerged victorious in the tournament after beating South Africa in a topsy turvy final

Players With The Highest Batting Average in T20 World Cup History(Minimum 500 Runs)

Player	Team	Matches	Runs	Avg
Virat Kohli	IND	35	1292	58.72
Kevin Pietersen	ENG	15	580	44.61
Jos Buttler	ENG	35	1013	42.2
JP Duminy	SA	25	568	40.57
Mohammad Rizwan	PAK	17	566	40.42

*Last Updated on 29th  June, 2024