Asia Cup: Tilak and Rinku have a golden record, the only batsmen with 500+ runs, 40+ average, and 150+ strike rate in T20

Posted on 27th Aug 2025 by rohit kumar

In T20 International cricket, Indian batsmen Tilak Verma and Rinku Singh have made a record that no other batsman has been able to achieve so far. Among the batsmen who have scored more than 500 runs in T20 Internationals, these two are the only players whose average is more than 40 and whose strike rate is above 150. Apart from this, no other batsman has been able to do this.

 

Tilak Verma's brilliant performance

 

Tilak Verma has scored 749 runs in T20Is so far. His batting average is 49.93, while his strike rate has been 155.07. These figures show that Tilak is not only scoring runs consistently but is also putting pressure on the opposition bowlers in a flamboyant manner. He scored two consecutive centuries in T20 on the South Africa tour. After this, his form has been excellent in county cricket as well.

 

Rinku Singh's strong innings

 

On the other hand, Rinku Singh has also made his special place in T20I. He has scored 546 runs so far. His batting average is 42.00, and his strike rate is 161.06. It is clear from these figures that Rinku has the ability to score maximum runs on limited balls and is proving to be a reliable finisher for Team India.

 

Together, they became an 'elite duo'

 

Tilak and Rinku have proved that the young generation in Indian cricket now also has the ability to create new records at the global level. This record of both shows that they not only score runs with stability but can also change the course of the match with aggression.

 

Big sign for Indian cricket

 

This achievement also gives a glimpse of the future of Indian cricket. While Tilak Verma plays by constantly grooming the innings, Rinku Singh has the power to finish the match at a fast pace. This pair of can become a big force for India in T20 cricket in the coming times.

 

Will he get a chance to play in the Asia Cup?

 

Both Tilak and Rinku have been included in the Indian squad for the Asia Cup. However, Rinku is less likely to play. The chief selector had described him as a backup during the press conference. In such a situation, he will be seen playing only if someone gets injured. At the same time, Tilak's presence in the playing-11 is considered certain. He can be seen batting at number three or four.

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