Cycle 2023-25 ICC World Test Championship (WTC) has been a real test of talent, skill and stamina for teams around the world, and the Indian cricket team was 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 ultimately bowed out of the race for the WTC finals after their Border-Gavaskar series loss to Australia, the team produced some memorable performances, with individuals stepping up under pressure. From sharp knocks in challenging overseas conditions to dominant displays at home, Indian players have demonstrated their strength and adaptability throughout the cycle.
Amidst the fluctuating fortunes of the team, a few batsmen have stood out, steadily piling on the runs and proving their mettle in the toughest format. These performances not only added to India’s competitive spirit but also highlighted the depth of talent in the squad. Here’s a look at some top scorers for India in this WTC cycle and their contributions to the team’s journey:
Top 5 scorers for India at WTC 2023-25
5) Rishabh Pant
Pant hasn’t played enough matches but has certainly made an impact in limited number of appearances for India. In 10 matches, the star wicketeeper-batter has scored 677 runs at an average of 37.61 with the help of one century and 4 half tons. His fearless approach continued to make him a vital part of the team.
4) Virat Kohli
Kohli has had a relatively quiet WTC cycle by his lofty 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 50s, with 121 being his best score.
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3) Rohit Sharma
Like Kohli, the current Indian captain Rohit also experienced tough times with the bat and captaincy in the WTC cycle. While India lost the home series against New Zealand and faced the heat in the Boder-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, Rohit’s batting was also a big worry. In 17 matches, Rohit scored 864 runs at a terrible average of 28.80. Although he managed to knock down 3 hundreds and 4 half-centuries, with 131 being his best score.
2) Shubman Gill
Gill also had a tough time with the bat in the 2023-25 WTC cycle. He managed to reach almost 1000 runs, but his impact was limited, especially in critical matches. At an average of 37.38, Gill amassed 972 runs in 16 matches, with 3 centuries and as many fifties.
1) Yashasvi Jaiswal
Emerging as a star in India, Yashasvi lit up the WTC cycle with his consistent and dynamic batting. The left-handed opener has scored 1798 runs in 19 matches at an impressive average of 52.88. His contribution included four centuries and 10 half-centuries, with an unbeaten 214 being his outstanding performance. Jaiswal finished as the second highest run-scorer in the WTC cycle, behind only England’s Joe Root, who scored 1,968 runs.
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