#1) Sachin Tendulkar (15,921 Runs)
The undisputed leader of the pack, Sachin Tendulkar, graces the top spot on the list with an impressive margin. Revered as the Indian maestro, he amassed a staggering 15,921 Test runs at an awe-inspiring average of 53.78 during his illustrious career spanning over two decades. Fondly known as “The Little Master,” Tendulkar debuted as a prodigious 16-year-old in 1989 and retained his place as a linchpin in the Indian middle-order until his memorable 200th and final Test match in 2013.
Endowed with extraordinary talent and finesse, Tendulkar conquered diverse bowling attacks and playing surfaces, leaving spectators in awe with an incredible tally of 51 Test centuries. His unwavering dedication and mastery over the art of batting cemented his status as one of cricket’s most revered icons, and the number 1 in the list of highest run scorers in Test Cricket History. By doing so, he has inspired generations of aspiring cricketers around the globe.
