Here is a compilation of the top 5 players in T20I cricket who have conceded the most runs during their careers. This list reflects their performance on the field and highlights the challenges they have faced in bowling against formidable batsmen in the fast-paced and dynamic T20 format.
1. Kasun Rajitha (Sri Lanka)
On October 27, 2019, Sri Lankan bowler Kasun Rajitha conceded 75 runs in 4 overs against Australia, marking the most expensive spell in T20I history. Australia’s aggressive batting lineup capitalized on Rajitha’s lack of control, with David Warner and Aaron Finch particularly punishing his deliveries, leading to a record-breaking performance.
2.Kyle Abbott (South Africa)
On January 11, 2015, South African pacer Kyle Abbott conceded 68 runs in 4 overs against the West Indies. The destructive batting of Chris Gayle and Marlon Samuels dismantled Abbott’s bowling, with Gayle hitting sixes at will. This match highlighted the challenges of containing power hitters in T20 cricket.
3. Tunahan Turan (Turkey)
Tunahan Turan of Turkey conceded 70 runs in 4 overs against the Czech Republic on August 30, 2019. The Czech batsmen unleashed a flurry of boundaries, with Sudesh Wickramasekara leading the charge. Turan’s lack of experience and ineffective bowling were evident as the Czech team posted a formidable total.
4. Barry McCarthy (Ireland)
Barry McCarthy of Ireland conceded 69 runs in 4 overs against Afghanistan on February 24, 2019. The Afghan batsmen, especially Hazratullah Zazai, dominated McCarthy’s bowling with a relentless onslaught of boundaries. McCarthy’s expensive spell significantly impacted Ireland’s bowling strategy, highlighting the aggressive nature of T20 cricket.
5. Izatullah Dawlatzai (Germany)
On August 18, 2019, Germany’s Izatullah Dawlatzai conceded 77 runs in 4 overs against Austria, marking one of the most expensive spells in T20I history. Austria’s batsmen, particularly Razmal Shigiwal and Iqbal Hossain, dismantled Dawlatzai’s bowling with a series of powerful shots, setting a high target and showcasing their batting prowess.
