Virat Kohli Climbs to 2nd in Most 50+ Scores in T20 Cricket, Surpassing Chris Gayle in Stunning Milestone

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When Virat Kohli walks out to bat, records are never too far behind. The Royal Challengers Bangalore stalwart added another remarkable feat to his illustrious career by surpassing Chris Gayle for the second-most 50+ scores in T20 cricket.

Kohli achieved this milestone during the IPL 2025 clash between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Rajasthan Royals at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Thursday evening. Entering the match with 110 fifties, the dynamic right-hander struck a fluent half-century off just 32 balls.

Leading RCB to a solid foundation while batting first. Now, with 111 scores of 50 or more, Kohli is second only to Australian opener David Warner, who leads the chart with 117 such scores. On this significant occasion for the Indian cricketer, let’s take a look at the top five players with the most 50+ scores in T20 cricket.

Top 5 Players With Most 50+ Scores in T20 Cricket:

English wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler has been a fixture in T20 cricket, displaying incredible consistency over the past decade. Known for his explosive batting style, Buttler has been a key figure for both England and Rajasthan Royals. With a total of 95 scores of 50+ – including 8 centuries – Buttler’s ability to dominate at the top of the order makes him one of the most reliable T20 batters today. Whether playing for his national side or in franchise cricket, Buttler has been a game-changer.

Babar Azam, the elegant Pakistani right-hander, has long been admired for his technique and consistency in the shortest format. With over 11,000 T20 runs, including 90 fifties and 11 centuries, Azam has now notched up 101 scores of 50+. His smooth stroke play has made him a mainstay for Pakistan and in various T20 leagues worldwide. Babar’s composure and ability to anchor the innings have earned him a place among the T20 greats, ranking fourth on the all-time list for most 50+ scores.

The 'Universe Boss’, Chris Gayle, is a name that resonates with T20 cricket fans across the globe. Known for his ability to clear boundaries with ease, Gayle revolutionised the shortest format with his explosive style. With an incredible 22 T20 centuries and 88 fifties, Gayle’s tally of 110 fifty-plus scores places him third on the all-time list. The Jamaican's dominance in T20 cricket, whether in international or franchise cricket, has earned him legendary status.

Virat Kohli, the 'King’ of modern cricket, now holds the second spot with 111 scores of 50+ in T20 cricket. Known for his unflappable consistency, Kohli’s remarkable ability to anchor innings and accelerate when needed has made him a cornerstone of Indian and RCB cricket. From leading India to T20 World Cup victories to delivering match-winning performances in the IPL, Kohli’s role in T20 cricket has been nothing short of pivotal. As he continues to defy age and form, fans eagerly anticipate more magic from the master.

At the summit of the T20 charts stands David Warner, with a staggering 117 scores of 50+ in T20 cricket. Warner has been a model of consistency since his early T20I days, whether donning the Australian jersey or captaining Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL. His aggressive yet calculated batting style has made him a top performer across T20 leagues around the world. With his ongoing form, Warner’s record is likely to grow even further, making it a tough challenge for others to surpass.

As T20 cricket continues to evolve, these five players have set new benchmarks for consistency, performance, and dominance in the shortest format. The race for the most 50+ scores is still alive, but as of now, Warner’s record stands tall – closely pursued by Kohli, who is on the cusp of making his own piece of T20 history.