The stage is set at Eden Gardens for India versus West Indies in the T20 World Cup 2026—a do-or-die for the Men in Blue aiming for semis. These transcontinental rivals have a rich T20 history packed with boundary-hitting spectacles. Before the action unfolds, let’s rank the top five run machines from their bilateral T20 series.
At number one, Rohit Sharma reigns supreme with 693 runs in 22 matches against West Indies. Retiring on a high, his 142 strike rate came with a century and five fifties, etching his name in lore.
Nicholas Pooran, West Indies’ power-hitter, tallies 592 runs in 20 games at 135 SR. His five fifties against India underline his explosive potential in the shortest format.
Third is Virat Kohli, with 570 runs from 14 outings at 150 SR. Post-retirement from T20s, his records stand as a testament to mastery over Windies conditions.
Suryakumar Yadav’s 408 runs in 12 matches boast a 164 SR and three half-centuries. As captain, his flair could inspire India to victory.
Rishabh Pant’s 397 runs in 16 games at 141 SR, featuring three fifties, add unpredictability to the top order.
These stats not only highlight individual brilliance but also the batting depth fueling this epic rivalry. Eden Gardens awaits its next heroes.