Virat Kohli has emerged as the leading run-scorer in T20 World Cup history, accumulating 1,292 runs in 35 matches between 2012 and 2024 with an average of 58.72. He is closely followed by Rohit Sharma, who has scored 1,220 runs in 47 matches. Former Sri Lankan player Mahela Jayawardene ranks third with 1,016 runs, and England's Jos Buttler is fourth with 1,013 runs. These players have demonstrated remarkable consistency and performance in the high-pressure T20 World Cup format.