Sahibzada Farhan Breaks Virat Kohli’s T20 World Cup Runs Record
Sahibzada Farhan has made history by breaking Virat Kohli’s record for the highest runs scored in a T20 World Cup. This achievement occurred on February 28, 2026, during Pakistan’s final Super Eight match against Sri Lanka in Pallekele.
Sahibzada Farhan’s Remarkable Achievement
Before this match, Farhan needed just 38 runs to surpass Kohli’s tally of 319 runs from the 2014 T20 World Cup. He accomplished this milestone with a boundary that took his score to 40 runs, officially marking him as the new record holder.
Statistics of the Tournament
- Farhan has been in exceptional form, scoring two centuries and two half-centuries.
- He scored centuries against Namibia and Sri Lanka.
- His half-centuries were against the USA and England.
- Farhan’s strike rate exceeds 158, outpacing Kohli’s 129.14 from 2014.
- He is the leading six-hitter of the tournament, surpassing 17 sixes previously held by Shimron Hetmyer.
Pakistan’s Quest for Semi-Finals
For Pakistan to advance to the semi-finals, they must secure a significant victory against Sri Lanka. They need to win by approximately 65 runs to improve their net run rate and outpace New Zealand.
Although the match is a dead rubber for Sri Lanka, who have already been eliminated after their loss to New Zealand, Pakistan’s hopes remained alive following New Zealand’s recent defeat to England in Colombo.
Key Match Details
- Match Date: February 28, 2026
- Location: Pallekele
- Opponent: Sri Lanka
- Pakistan’s Target Victory Margin: Approximately 65 runs
If Pakistan qualifies, they will face the top team from the other group, currently held by South Africa, in the semi-finals in Colombo. The pressure is on as Farhan and his team hustle for a chance at the title.
