Stats: Most runs in India vs Sri Lanka Test series

#2 Virender Sehwag

Virender Sehwag

Virender Sehwag was one of the prominent members of the Indian batting line-up from 1999 to 2013. The Nawab of Najafgarh was known to smack every bowler who comes his way. He has played some terrific knocks in his career including 219 against Windies in ODIs, 309 against Pakistan in Tests and 68 against England in 2007 World T20.

The Delhiite was at his peak in 2009-10 when he reached No.1 in ICC Test rankings. One of Sehwag's top Test performances also took place in 2009-10 against Sri Lanka. He completely dismantled the Lankan bowling lineup by becoming the highest-scorer in the series.

His fans also got to see his magical innings of 293 runs in the 3rd Test of the series. The memorable Test match started on a high note for Sri Lanka as they scored 393 in their first innings. However, Team India demolished the opposition's bowling attack; thanks to Viru's excellent innings of 293 runs. He smashed 40 fours and 7 big hits in his tremendous knock. Due to his exceptional effort, Dhoni's men won the game by an innings and 24 runs.

Overall in the series, Sehwag smashed 491 runs in 3 matches. Check out his stats:

Matches - 3

Innings - 4

Runs - 491

Highest - 293

Average - 122.75

100 - 2

50 - 1