2023-25 ​​period ICC World Test Championship (WTC) has been a true test of talent, skill and endurance for teams around the world and the Indian cricket team is no exception. This period has seen India face a mix of triumphs and challenges, displaying the highs of their dynamic performances and the lows of their failures in the longer format of the game.
Although India eventually crashed out of the WTC finals after the Border-Gavaskar series loss against Australia, the team produced some memorable performances as individuals began to perform under pressure. From hard knocks abroad to dominant displays at home, Indian players have shown their mettle and adaptability throughout.
Amidst the fluctuating fortunes of the team, several batsmen have stood out by consistently scoring runs and proving their mettle in the toughest format. These performances not only contributed to India’s competitive spirit but also highlighted the depth of talent in the squad. Here’s a look at the top scorers for India this WTC era and their contributions to the team’s journey:
Top 5 Top Scorers for India in WTC 2023-25
5) Rishabh pants
Pant has not played enough matches but has certainly left an impact in limited appearances for India. The star wicketkeeper scored 677 runs in 10 games and 4 half tons with the help of a century at an average of 37.61. His fearless approach continued to make him an important part of the team.
4) Virat Kohli
Kohli had a relatively quiet WTC period by his high standards. His average dropped to 32.65 as he scored 751 runs in 14 matches. The former Indian captain smashed several hundreds and made 3 fifties, 121 being his best score.
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3) Rohit Sharma
Like Kohli, India’s current captain Rohit also had a tough time with both bat and captaincy during the WTC. While India lost the home series against New Zealand and faced heat in the Boder-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, Rohit’s batting was also a sign of great concern. In 17 matches, Rohit scored 864 runs at a fearsome average of 28.80. Although he managed to smash 3 hundreds and 4 half-centuries, 131 is his best score.
2) Shubman Gill
Gill had a tough time with the bat during the WTC 2023-25 ​​as well. He managed to reach close to 1000 runs, but his impact was limited, especially in crunch matches. At an average of 37.38, Gill scored 972 runs in 16 matches, with 3 centuries and as many fifties.
1) Yashasvi Jaiswal
Emerging as a star performer for India, Yashasvi lit up the WTC era with his consistent and dynamic batting. The left-handed opener has smashed 1798 runs in 19 matches at an impressive average of 52.88. His contributions included four centuries and 10 half-centuries, with his unbeaten 214 being his standout performance. Jaiswal became the second highest run-scorer in the WTC era behind only England’s Joe Root who scored 1,968 runs.
