Table of Contents
- Historic Moment at The Gabba
- Fastest to 1000 T20I Runs – Ball-Faced Record
- Fastest Indians to Reach 1000 T20I Runs
- Global Context: How Abhishek Outpaced the Rest
- Samson and Tilak Close to 1000-Run Mark
- Conclusion: A New Star in India’s T20 Line-Up
Historic Moment at The Gabba
Indian left-hander Abhishek Sharma made history at the Gabba in Brisbane by becoming the fastest batter to reach 1,000 runs in T20 Internationals in terms of balls faced. He achieved this milestone during the 5th T20I against Australia, reaching the 1,000-run mark in just 528 balls.
This remarkable feat dethrones Australian power-hitter Tim David and makes Abhishek not only the fastest globally but also the fastest Indian to reach the milestone in both balls faced and matches played.
Fastest to 1000 T20I Runs – Ball-Faced Record
Before Abhishek’s record, Tim David held the world record with 569 balls. Abhishek broke it by a margin of 41 balls, setting a new global benchmark in men’s T20 cricket.
| Player | Country | Balls Faced to 1000 Runs | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abhishek Sharma | India | 528 balls | Brisbane |
| Tim David | Australia | 569 balls | Hobart |
| Suryakumar Yadav | India | 573 balls | — |
| Finn Allen | New Zealand | 611 balls | — |
David now stands sixth overall when including his games for both Singapore and Australia, having faced 614 balls to reach the 1,000-run mark.
Fastest Indians to Reach 1000 T20I Runs
In terms of innings, Abhishek narrowly missed Virat Kohli’s record, who achieved the feat in 27 innings. Abhishek reached the milestone in 28 innings, making him India’s second-fastest ever.
| Rank | Player | Innings | Matches Played |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Virat Kohli | 27 | 29 |
| 2 | Abhishek Sharma | 28 | 28 |
| 3 | KL Rahul | 29 | 31 |
| 4 | Suryakumar Yadav | 31 | 34 |
| 5 | Rohit Sharma | 40 | 42 |
Global Context: How Abhishek Outpaced the Rest
Globally, the record for the fewest matches to 1,000 T20I runs is shared by Dawid Malan (England) and Sabawoon Davizi (Czech Republic), both achieving it in their 24th match.
Abhishek’s record, however, stands out as the most efficient in terms of balls faced—a testament to his aggressive yet consistent batting style. Interestingly, he was dropped twice within his first 11 balls in the record-breaking match, once before and once after reaching the milestone.
𝘼𝙗𝙝𝙞𝙨𝙝𝙚𝙠 𝘼𝙨𝙘𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙨 🔝
— BCCI (@BCCI) November 8, 2025
1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ T20I runs and counting for the swashbuckling Abhishek Sharma. 👏
He also becomes the second-fastest #TeamIndia batter to achieve this feat 🔥#AUSvIND | @IamAbhiSharma4 pic.twitter.com/60OCsf5rJA
Samson and Tilak Close to 1000-Run Mark
Sanju Samson (995 runs) and Tilak Varma (991 runs) are both close to joining the 1,000-run club. However, neither featured in India’s playing XI for the fifth T20I against Australia. Their inclusion in upcoming series could see India adding more names to this elite list.
Conclusion: A New Star in India’s T20 Line-Up
Abhishek Sharma’s record-breaking achievement marks a new chapter in India’s T20 cricket journey. His fearless batting and consistency make him one of the brightest young talents in the format. With legends like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma paving the way, Abhishek represents the next generation of Indian cricket — bold, talented, and ready to take on the world.
External References
- ESPNCricinfo – Abhishek Sharma Player Profile
- ICC Official T20I Rankings
- BCCI.tv – Team India T20 Schedule
