Top 5 Indian Batsmen of 2025: One of Them Excels in Just One Format

The year 2025 witnessed some outstanding performances from Indian batsmen, with several players making significant contributions across formats. Players like Shubman Gill, Abhishek Sharma, and Ravindra Jadeja showcased remarkable consistency and skill, racking up impressive runs for Team India.

1. Shubman Gill Tops the Chart
Leading the pack is Shubman Gill, the captain of India’s Test and One-Day teams. Gill amassed a staggering 1,764 runs in 35 matches, including 7 centuries and 3 half-centuries, making him the highest run-scorer for India this year. His performance has been nothing short of phenomenal across all formats.

2. KL Rahul Secures Second Spot
KL Rahul claimed the second spot with 1,180 runs in 24 matches, featuring 3 centuries and 5 half-centuries. Rahul primarily played Tests and T20s, missing out on the full three-format participation like Gill, yet he proved his mettle with crucial runs when the team needed them the most.

3. Yashasvi Jaiswal Makes a Strong Statement
Young sensation Yashasvi Jaiswal made waves with 916 runs in just 14 matches, including 4 centuries and 3 half-centuries. His impressive strike rate and consistency indicate that he is shaping up to be a star of the future, achieving tremendous numbers in fewer games.

4. Ravindra Jadeja Shines With the Bat
All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja also had a memorable year, scoring 870 runs in 20 matches. Primarily showcasing his brilliance in Tests, Jadeja proved that his value extends beyond bowling, being a crucial asset for India with the bat as well.

5. Abhishek Sharma Impresses in T20s
Rounding off the top five is Abhishek Sharma, who scored 859 runs in 21 matches, including 1 century and 5 half-centuries. Interestingly, Sharma plays only T20s, yet his impact has been significant, demonstrating that format specialization does not limit performance.

The year 2025 has undoubtedly been remarkable for Indian cricket, with these batsmen setting high standards and thrilling fans across the country.