Only captains to score 1000 runs as captain in all formats
A skipper does not only have to lead his troops on the field but has the responsibility to score runs for his team as well. Here are the captains who have gone on to cross the 1,000-run mark while leading their country in all formats of the game.
Faf du Plessis (South Africa)
Former South Africa skipper Fad du Plessis was one of the most crucial batters in South Africa’s batting set-up. Du Plessis mostly batted at the top-order and was known for his ability to play big knocks. Talking about his numbers, the right-handed batter amassed a total of 11,198 runs in 263 international matches.
MS Dhoni (India)
One of the most successful skippers to lead team India in the international arena, Dhoni has also achieved the landmark of making more than 1,000 runs in all the three formats while leading the Indian team. Over the course of his international career, the right-handed batter played 538 matches and amassed 17,266 runs.
Virat Kohli (India)
Another former India skipper on the list is Virat Kohli. Kohli also had a decent run as team India skipper as his team played aggressive cricket and has won several series on foreign soil. The right-handed batter contributed enormously to his team during his leadership days and he continues to be one of the most prominent batters in the Indian set-up despite not being in his best form.
Kane Williamson (New Zealand)
New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson is one of the most consistent batters to ever represent the Blackcaps in the international arena. Whether white or red-ball cricket, Williamson gives a vital contribution to his team in crunch situations. The Kiwi skipper also led his team during the 2015 World Cup and 2021 T20 World Cup, but they could not lift the trophy on both occasions.
Babar Azam (Pakistan)
Pakistan skipper Babar Azam completes our list of batters who have scored 1,000 runs as captain. The right-handed batter has been in excellent touch since has got the opportunity to lead his country. Babar has already scored amassed more than 10,000 runs in just 205 matches at the international level.
