Top 5 Run-Scorers in Champions Trophy History

There have been some outstanding batting performances in the ICC Champions Trophy history, a renowned limited-overs cricket competition. These are this tournament's top 5 run scorers:

5 Most Runs Player in Champions Trophy:

1. Chris Gayle (West Indies) - 791 Runs

Ranking at the top with 791 runs in the Champions Trophy is none other than West Indies’ Chris Gayle, euphemistically called the ‘Universe Boss’. Gayle has featured incredibly when it comes to powerful strokes and ability to hit a six and his stunts have impressed many across the world. He will always be considered as a dangerous man in the shorter version of the game as he has a natural ability of taking authority over bowlers and his all performances in champions trophy say the same thing.

2. Mahela Jayawardene (Sri Lanka) - 742 Runs

Mahela Jayawardene, another elegant wall from Sri Lankan and a batsman is second on the list with 742 runs. Jayawardene was good at both test and one-day style of play and it was good to watch his shots again. He was able to build his total and also share good amount of match innings to complement his team’s Champions Trophy triumph because of his calm disposition when on the pitch.

3. Shikhar Dhawan (India) - 701 Runs

Champions Trophy used Gabbar of Indian cricket team Shikhar Dhawan has compiled 701 run. Sheer investments Dhawan performs well in the larger events and his aggressive approach opening payday has often put India on a commanding position. Because he can score runs at a fast rate and consistently, he is the valuable part of the Indian limited-overs cricket team.

4. Kumar Sangakkara (Sri Lanka) - 683 Runs

Sri Lankan batsman Kumar Sangakkara follows him with 683 runs to his credit. Sangakkara was for many years the backbone of the batting line up and widely regarded as tactfully perfect and calm. The value of Chamara was felt in Sri Lanka when they triumphed in the Champions Trophy because of his ability to set up the innings and come up with amazing knocks whenever the team needed him most.

5. Sourav Ganguly (India) - 665 Runs

Former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly with 665 runs also makes the cut in the top five. Mr. Ganguly has had a profound impact on a whole generation of Indian cricketers through his aggressive captaincy and powerful batsmanship. Among the true megastars of Indian cricket his performances in the Champions Trophy were instrumental in helping India lift the trophy at the end of the tournament.

The following five players have provided strong testimony to their prowess in the Champions Trophy through their batting. These are their achievements towards the tournament that has developed it to among the most exciting and competitive limited-overs cricket event.