Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has unveiled his top five T20I batters of 2024, with India’s T20 World Cup-winning captain Rohit Sharma leading the pack. Chopra, who shared the list on his YouTube channel, based his selections on players who played at least 10 innings and delivered significant performances against strong opposition.
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1. Rohit Sharma (India)
Chopra praised Sharma, who he believes epitomised consistency and aggression in a challenging World Cup campaign.
“We believe in karma, we believe in Sharma, yes Rohit Sharma. He has played 11 innings and scored 378 runs at an average of 42 and a strike rate of 160. He has scored one century and three half-centuries. The conditions were difficult in the World Cup but he gave a start every time and played aggressively. He is my No. 1 T20I batter for 2024,” said Chopra.
2. Phil Salt (England)
England’s explosive batter Phil Salt claimed the second spot, impressing with his aggressive approach and consistent performances.
“At No. 2, I have kept Phil Salt. He has batted extremely well. In 17 matches, he has scored 467 runs, which includes a century and two half-centuries, at an average of nearly 39 and a strike rate of 164. He has struck 25 sixes and 44 fours,” Chopra noted.
3. Sanju Samson (India)
Sanju Samson, with his scintillating century spree against Bangladesh and South Africa, earned the third position on Chopra’s list.
“At No. 3, Sanju Samson. He has scored three centuries and two were consecutive. He first demolished Bangladesh in Hyderabad and then went and thrashed South Africa. He has played only 13 games and scored 436 runs at an average of 43 and a strike rate of 180,” Chopra elaborated.
4. Travis Head (Australia)
Australian star Travis Head, known for his power-packed performances, was ranked fourth.
“At No. 4, our nemesis and the headmaster who causes us headaches – Travis Head. He has scored 539 runs in 15 games, with a highest of 80, at an average of 38 and a strike rate of 178. Only we don’t get hit, he hits others as well,” joked Chopra.
5. Jos Buttler (England)
England’s dynamic batter Jos Buttler rounded out the list, showcasing his trademark consistency and flair.
“At No. 5, I have kept Jos Buttler. He played 13 innings in 15 matches, remained not out twice, and scored 462 runs with a highest of 84. He has an average of 42 and a strike rate of 164. So I have put Jos the boss’ name in this list,” Chopra observed.
Chopra’s rankings come on the heels of his list of top T20I pacers a day earlier.
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